Show Me Today - The Voice of Missouri

A recent survey conducted by the Apiary Inspectors of America shows that Missouri’s honey bee population has dropped by 49%. 

MU Extension Field Horticulturist, Tamra Reall (REE-ALL), joins Show Me Today to address the magnitude of this issue and how Missouri can reverse this. 

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Whether it’s repairing or replacing highway signs, removing trash, or patching potholes, MoDOT’s work is never done.

Marshall Griffin spoke with Ed Hassinger, Director of the Missouri Department of Transportation.

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Amid the golden hues of autumn, Hermann comes alive every weekend in October with its annual Oktoberfest, a celebration steeped in German tradition, local flavor, and community spirit. From the Tapping of the Keg to lederhosen contests, live music, wine, beer, and festive food, the town transforms into a seasonal playground.

Bill Pollock spoke with Tammy Bruckerhoff to dive into what makes Hermann’s Oktoberfest so special this year and why visitors keep coming back.

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New data from State Farm Insurance ranks Missouri No. 17 nationally for the highest number of vehicle/animal collisions.

Marshall Griffin talked about the findings with Caleb Knerr, Senior Environmental Specialist with MoDOT.

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Central Missouri Cooperatives hosts a two-day program in Jefferson City titled "Energy In Today's Classroom" that helps educators bring real-world lessons on power generation, energy sources, and the economics of energy back to their students.

Keith Mueller joins Bill Pollock on Show Me Today to share how this program unfolds.

Missouri Electric Cooperatives sponsors this segment.

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Southwest Missouri Congressman Eric Burlison recently displayed a video of a missile strike on an Unidentified Aerial Phenomenon, formerly referred to as UFOs.

He discussed the video and government secrecy surrounding such matters with Marshall Griffin.

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From new laws cracking down on vehicle break-ins to the launch of a rapid-response traffic team, a lot is happening on Missouri’s highways this fall.

Matt Pilger caught up with Lt. Eric Brown of the Missouri State Highway Patrol to talk about the formation of the STORM team, what drivers need to know about recent legal changes, and how to stay safe during the busy harvest season."

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Missouri and Illinois lawmakers traded in their suits for softball jerseys recently at Busch Stadium, and this time, Missouri came to play.

The annual Greater St. Louis Legislative Softball Game brought some friendly rivalry, bipartisan laughs, and a whole lot of team spirit. Missouri House Speaker Pro-Tem Chad Perkins managed the Missouri squad to a 19–8 win, avenging last year’s loss.

Show Me Today reporter Matt Pilger caught up with him to talk about the game, the talent on the field, and yes — even the walk-up songs.  

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It sounds like something out of a movie, but in the summer of 1953, Springfield residents were on edge after a shipment of deadly cobras escaped into the city.

Sean FitzGibbons from the History Museum on the Square shares how the bizarre event unfolded and why the story still fascinates locals today.

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If you have a coffee addiction, St. Charles is the place to be this Saturday.

Alisa Nelson talks to Beth Norviel, Director of Special Events & Communications for the city of St. Charles. 

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