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A Missouri lawmaker has a plan to install more drop-off boxes for surrendered babies.

Alisa Nelson talks to state Representative Jim Murphy, who says his bill is “a win-win.”

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Some history was made at The Saint Louis Zoo, an Asian elephant calf was born last month through artificial insemination, beginning a fourth generation of the Zoo’s elephant family.

Here to tell us about the birth and update us on the “little guy” is Katie Pilgrim-Kloppe, a Zoologist, in St. Louis.

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The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Kansas City District is working on several historic military construction projects in Missouri.

Alisa Nelson talks to Tim Kurgan, the district’s Military Programs Chief, about the upgrades to strengthen military readiness and safeguard the nation against evolving threats.

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For the past six years, State Representative Jeff Coleman has filed a proposal to cap how much assessors can raise your property value each year. Despite little momentum, he’s not giving up.

Alisa Nelson visits with him about the measure and he pleads with citizens to get involved.

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A 63-year-old Kansas City-area woman made history by becoming the oldest woman to paddle the length of the Missouri River solo.

Dee Landau joins Marshall Griffin to discuss the journey.

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Missouri Life Magazine has created a comprehensive guide for exploring the iconic Historic Route 66 as it winds through Missouri. This guide will provide listeners with insights into must-see landmarks, hidden gems, and the rich history of the Mother Road, ensuring an unforgettable journey through this legendary route.

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According to Paul Costigan with the Missouri Office of Refugee Administration, Missouri resettled more refugees in 2024 than in the past two years combined.

He tells Anthony Morabith that Missouri has resettled over 3,200 refugees in the last fiscal year.

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One major priority for Republicans in the state legislature that fell short the past couple of years would limit foreign ownership of agricultural land in Missouri.

Senator Rusty Black of Chillicothe tells Anthony Morabith that he has pre-filed that bill, among others, including creating mental health treatment courts.

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If you are in the holiday spirit or want to get into the spirit, a free event in St. Louis aims to spread cheer through songs!

 Ashley Byrd talks with Seana Beard, director of the St. Louis Christmas Carols Association.

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Terry Durham, owner of River Hills Harvest in central Missouri’s Hartsburg, touts the benefits of elderberries.

  He tells Marshall Griffin that Missouri is the No. 1 state for elderberry production.

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