Show Me Today - The Voice of Missouri

Show Me Today brings you a little holiday magic! Before the U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree took its place on the West Lawn in Washington, it made a special stop right here in Missouri.

Show Me Today reporter Matt Pilger caught up with Chris Buckley, Communications Specialist for the Capitol Christmas Tree project, to talk about Silver Bell—the 53-foot red fir traveling from Nevada—and why its visit to St. Louis Union Station is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. 

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The federal government shutdown has impacted air travel across the country, though the effects have been somewhat minimal at Kansas City International Airport.

Marshall Griffin asked KC Mayor Quinton Lucas about it. First, the mayor talked about the new terminal and KCI’s new name.

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Tri-County Electric Cooperatives is collaborating on the Northeast Housing Project, a project that identifies the “missing middle” of areas needing residential housing for individuals working in specific areas. 

CEO Michael Scheib joins Show Me Today to share how the selection process works and how making a difference is the sole reward desired.

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November is shaping up to be a big month for sports in Springfield.

The Springfield Sports Commission and Visit Springfield’s group sales team have packed the calendar with events that bring athletes, fans, and families from around the region to town, from college rugby championships to major tournaments and reunions. It’s all part of a growing effort to make Springfield a top destination for sports and tourism.

Joining us is Stan Adams, Director of Sports Business for Springfield, to talk about the lineup and the impact these events have on the community.

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A Mid-Missouri organization teaching veterans to play the guitar has struck a positive chord.

Dave Dunklee and his wife, CJ, started the Healing Box Project 14 years ago and have taught hundreds of veterans. Dunklee says many student-veterans report that playing the guitar soothes their troubles, makes them smile, and in at least one case, saved his life.

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The glamorous city of Paris survived World War I and even served as a haven for those seeking to escape the war. 

Where better to learn about that story than the World War I Museum and Memorial in Kansas City, the country's official site dedicated to World War I. Ashley Byrd speaks with Chris Juergens, curator of the exhibit "Paris at War." 

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Many of us have loved ones who have served their country or who are currently serving in the United States armed forces.

For our own Alisa Nelson, this hits close to home. As part of our Veterans Day coverage, she has a special guest – her husband, who is currently serving.  

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Mid-Missouri recently experienced a mountain lion sighting.

Cameron Conner speaks with Alan Leary, Wildlife biologist and management coordinator with the Missouri Department of Conservation, to unpack how it got here and what it means for the state.

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The Missouri Veterans Memorial has monuments for every war that Missouri veterans have fought in.

Alisa Nelson talks to Missouri Veterans Commission Executive Director Paul Kirchoff, who says a new one will be unveiled on Veterans Day in Jefferson City.

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Some of the top cuisines from all over the world in one kitchen: Mizzou Athletics. 

Executive Performance Chef Joe Moroni peels back the curtain to share the around-the-clock routine for properly feeding over 480 athletes.  

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