Show Me Today - The Voice of Missouri

You may have heard of the Missouri Hospital Association, the Missouri Retailers Association, and numerous other associations. Did you know that there’s a Christmas carol association?

Marshall Griffin visited with Seana Beard, Executive Director of the St. Louis Christmas Carols Association.

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If you’ve been frustrated waiting for your mail in Missouri, you’re not alone. Congresswoman Ann Wagner says the Postal Service has been plagued by what she calls "embarrassing failures." After a face-to-face meeting with the new Postmaster General, she’s cautiously optimistic that change is coming. 

Show Me Today reporter Matt Pilger sat down with Wagner to talk about what’s being done, how long it could take, and what it means for families and businesses across the Show-Me State.

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The Missouri Farm Bureau is adding health care coverage for its members.

Brownfield Ag News' Cyndi Young unpacks the news with President Garrett Hawkins.

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“It wasn’t me. AI technology did it” is the legal argument that a Missouri lawmaker wants to avoid.

Alisa Nelson talks to St. Charles State Representative Scott Miller, who has pre-filed a bill to make clear that artificial intelligence is not human. It may sound like something out of a science fiction movie or book, but his “personhood” bill spells out that you cannot marry or hire AI, and it cannot own property, despite its lifelike qualities. 

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Public transit is not only for large or mid-sized cities, but also for Missouri's rural areas. Funding for these services is in jeopardy.

Marshall Griffin spoke with Dorothy Yeager, Executive Director of OATS Transit, based in Columbia.

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In the wake of the devastating May 16 tornadoes, communities across Missouri are grappling with emotional and psychological aftershocks.

Thanks to the Show Me Hope Crisis Counseling Program, survivors now have access to vital mental health resources designed to restore hope and resilience.

At the forefront of this effort is Rebeccah L. Bennett, Founder of InPower Institute, whose work focuses on healing, empowerment, and community well-being. Today, we explore how her organizations are helping individuals navigate trauma and rebuild their lives.

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Missouri isn’t just known for corn and soybeans—it’s also a powerhouse in turkey production. In fact, the Show-Me State ranks fifth in the nation, producing nearly eight percent of America’s turkeys and supporting about 15,000 jobs.

Show Me Today reporter Matt Pilger spoke with Blake Rollins, Executive Vice President of the Poultry Federation, about how this industry fuels Missouri’s economy and why strong partnerships in agriculture make it all possible.

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Beyond the holiday lights and legends, there are plenty of events and stories in the night sky.

Our regular guest, astronomer Paul Temple of Central Methodist University, explains how to find meteor showers, special constellations, and how the wise men of the Christmas story were skywatchers like him.

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Show-Me Hope is Missouri’s crisis counseling program that steps in after disasters to help people manage stress, build coping skills, and reconnect with community support.

Joining Show Me Today is Beckie Gierer, Director of the Missouri Department of Mental Health’s Office of Disaster Services, to talk about how Show-Me Hope works and how it supports Missourians in their toughest moments.

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As the temperatures drop across Missouri, some homeowners are discovering they’re not the only ones looking for a warm place to stay.

Mice and rats are on the move, and if they find a way into your home, they can quickly turn into more than just a nuisance.

Show Me Today reporter Matt Pilger talks with MU Extension wildlife and fisheries specialist Bob Pearce about what you can do now to keep these unwelcome winter guests out—and how to handle them if they’ve already made themselves at home.

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