Show Me Today - The Voice of Missouri

Missouri does not allow non U.S. citizens to donate to candidate campaigns but they are allowed to donate to Missouri ballot measures.

Alisa Nelson talks to Washington State Senator Ben Brown, whose bill has been signed into law to do away with this loophole. 

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What is corn sweat? And, just how does it contribute to increased humidity levels during Missouri summers?

MU State Climatologist Zack Leasor answered these questions and more.

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Lake Regional Health System in Osage Beach has joined the Mayo Clinic Care Network, a collaboration that its CEO is calling a game-changer for the region.

Alisa Nelson talks to CEO Kevin McRoberts and Dr. Mark Larson with the Mayor Clinic Care Network.

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Missouri grape growers and orchards are watching out for a pest that’s been detected in Illinois.

The spotted lanternfly is colorful, but it can cause a lot of damage to dozens of plants and fruit trees.

Emily Althoff, University of Missouri Extension Urban Entomologist, joins Show Me Today.

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Missouri Lieutenant Governor David Wasinger is an advocate for seniors and elder abuse. He recently hosted a forum in St. Charles addressing why this topic hits close to home.

He joins Mathew Piler on Show Me Today.

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The grand finale of fairs is set to take place in Sedalia at the Missouri State Fair, August 7th through 17th. This year’s theme is “Step On In.”

Missouri State Fair Director Jason Moore and Missouri Department of Agriculture Director Chris Chinn preview food, entertainment, events, and butter sculpture on Show Me Today.

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The Missouri National Education Association is suing the state to stop $51 million in state funding designated for MO-Scholars, Missouri’s K-12 scholarship program to help send public school students to private schools.

Alisa Nelson talks to Patrick Layden, executive director of Missouri NEA, who says the state’s move is unconstitutional and undermines public education.

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The highlight of the year for Missouri wineries is the awarding of the Governor’s Cup, and the best of all categories. This year, the winners included one of the oldest wineries in America and some of the newest.

Ashley Byrd speaks with Missouri Wine and Grape Board Executive Director Jim Anderson.

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After back‑to‑back double-digit win campaigns under Eli Drinkwitz, the Missouri Tigers head into 2025 with renewed momentum and a new ambition: their first-ever College Football Playoff berth.

With a packed transfer portal haul, including Penn State QB Beau Pribula. Drinkwitz still needs to name his starting QB and mold a team that’s ready to take on a stout SEC schedule.

Eli Hoff, from the St. Louis Post-Dispatch, joins the program to provide his outlook.

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For just a few days each summer, the sunflower fields at Show Me HH Farms in Hannibal burst into golden bloom, drawing photographers, families, and curious visitors. But behind the beauty is a deeper story of innovation, sustainability, and a family's passion for producing one of the healthiest oils on the market. Amberlynn Brown shares how you can enjoy the benefits of sunflower oil

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