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The University of Missouri has been teaching teachers to use strategies that promote positive social interactions in the classroom. What are the results?

Alisa Nelson talks to Christi Bergin, an MU child psychologist, who says she has two “powerhouse” techniques that are working.

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Missouri contractors will soon have some new safety requirements when conducting excavations, thanks to a new state law that takes effect August 28th.

Marshall Griffin talked with Republican State Representative Josh Hurlburt of Clay County, who championed the bill in the Missouri House this year.

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At just 10 years old, St. Louis native Joshua Danrich turned his passion into a business, launching Mr. Fresh, a line of air fresheners designed for cars and homes. With the support of his mom, Shay Danrich, affectionately known as “Mama Fresh,” Joshua’s idea grew into a mission: to inspire confidence and entrepreneurship in young Black youth.

Now, thanks to the Microenterprise Program at Legal Services of Eastern Missouri, the duo is getting the legal support they need to grow their business and their impact.

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One year ago, the nation’s first nature school opened in central Missouri’s Boone County.

Alisa Nelson talks to the State Department of Conservation’s Education Branch Chief, Margie Vandeven, who says learning in nature is having an incredible impact on student behavior at the school.

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Producer Connor Schell has been a Chiefs fan since moving to the Kansas City area at the age of 12.

He never could have imagined the current success of the team or being able to produce a Disney/ESPN+ documentary about an ongoing dynasty.

He joins Cameron Conner on Show Me Today.

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Town halls have become unpopular among many Congressional members because of some of the bad publicity they get.

Alisa Nelson talks to west-central Missouri Congressman Mark Alford, who is one of the state’s only Congressional members holding town halls during Congress’s August break.

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A Snoopy pole and big dreams: that is what Bonne Terre native Chad Marler clung to.

Fast forward to now, Marler recently claimed his first title at Lake Eufaula in Oklahoma for the National Professional Fishing League.

He joins Cameron Conner on Show Me Today to discuss what has led to his success.

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Missouri, it’s time to raise a glass—for a good cause.

The Battle of the Brews is back for its tenth round, and this year’s celebration promises more than just great beer. With local brews flowing, food trucks sizzling, and live music, it’s a party with purpose. And behind the fun? Two incredible Missouri organizations are making a real difference in our communities.

Event organizers Ashley Wiskirchen and Alyssa Wiles chatted about the Battle of the Brews with SMT reporter Matt Pilger.

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The fight over property valuation increases has expanded from the Kansas City area, and it might now be in a county near you.

There’s a fight brewing between the Missouri Tax Commission and several counties over the commission directing significant jumps in property valuations.

Alisa Nelson talks to Parkville state Senator Tony Leutkemeyer, who says lawmakers might “rein in” the commission. 

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Missouri Lieutenant Governor David Wasinger is traveling around the state over the next month for boats, veterans, and seniors.

Alisa Nelson caught up with the lieutenant governor at last week’s Governor’s Ham Breakfast to talk about the events he’s helping to organize.

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