KMOX Birthdays, August 19, 2026

Debbie Monterrey shares a story about a recent jury-duty scam attempt that is making the rounds in the St Louis region. Law enforcement tells her that the courts system will always reach out via US mail, and to not fall for attempts from scammers to get you to pay via phone or text messages.

Private security is being credited with cutting down on property crimes in the Soulard neighborhood. Luke Reynolds, Chairperson of the Soulard Special Business District says the area added additional patrols overnights this summer following a string of car break-ins during the spring. He joins KMOX's Jade Aubrey.

Michelle Wilson, registered dietician with Branz Nutritian, says she recommends people find an expert and look for, 'evidence-based information,' about eating disorders, and stay away from AI answers. 'There's tons of myths about eating disorders,' Wilson tells Megan Lynch.

Dr. Ericka Rutledge, Licensed Clinical Psychologist and founder of Wellness in Actions, joins Megan Lynch for the 1st part in a series of interviews. She says it's 'pretty common,' to hear about stress in the transition out of summer and back to school in her profession.

Jade Aubrey visits with Harris-Stowe's Dr. Freddie Wills Jr., Vice President of STEM Initiatives and Research Partnerships. Harris-Stowe is now one of only 25 Universities to offer an accredited Geospatial Intelligence program across the United States. First offered at Harris-Stowe University in the Spring of 20-23, the program spans 21-credit hours and provides students with a certification in specific intelligence programming.

Harris-Stowe University becomes one of only 25 U.S. universities to offer an accredited Geospatial Intelligence program. Find out more in the podcast.

LaMont Jones is the Managing Editor for Education at US News and World Report. He joins Megan Lynch with the latest list of top high schools in the US. Which one in St Louis checked in near the top?

KMOX Birthday wishes for August 17, 2026

Wyatt Thompson, professor of Agriculture and applied economics at Mizzou joins Debbie Monterrey to look at the beef industry, and the current high prices. He points out the low number of beef cattle available to slaughter and make beef.