Randy Tobler joins us with his take on CPS "apology letter" and Nikki Haley saying in 2021 that she wouldn't run against Trump. Governor Mike Parson facts checks Branden's story about falling off the stage and drills down on some of the budget items he discussed in his State of the State of speech.

One of Missouri Governor Mike Parson’s (R) top priorities appears to be making progress at the Statehouse in Jefferson City. The governor’s proposed 8.7 percent cost of living adjustment (COLA) for all state employees is being reviewed by House Budget Committee chair Cody Smith (R-Carthage). Chairman Smith tells 939 the Eagle that he expects the pay raise proposal to start to move early next week. Governor Parson emphasized the plan's importance during a live interview this morning on 939 the Eagle's "Wake Up Mid-Missouri." The governor says he's "not asking for the moon," adding that it's critical to retain good state employees in areas like corrections, mental health and in the Children's Division, which is part of the state Department of Social Services (DSS). The governor is optimistic the measure will pass by the March 1 deadline he's requested:

U.S. Rep. Mark Alford (R-Harrisonville) has filed new federal legislation aimed at increasing meat processing capacity in Missouri and nationwide. Congressman Alford's bill is titled the "Amplifying Processing of Livestock in the United States (A-PLUS) Act." Congressman Alford tells 939 the Eagle's "Wake Up Mid-Missouri" that the bill would increase meat processing capacity by allowing livestock auction market owners to invest in small and regional packing facilities:

Learning about the FBI's involvement in the the Joe document case. Congressman Mark Alford discusses legislation related to meat producers....and we talk about the Super Bowl bound Chiefs!

Scott Faughn from the Missouri Times discusses the Parental Bill of Rights. Does it sound like we're describing this picture well enough....listen and let us know what you think!

Brian Boyce, the superintendent with the Cole Co. Public Works Department, discusses the intricacies of roadkill removal! Mahomes v Brady stats and we meet Steve Spellman.

Boone County Circuit Judge Brouck Jacobs ruled Monday that CPS violated state statute in former State Rep. Chuck Basye's Columbia school board filing case. The Rocheport Republican tells 939 the Eagle's "Wake Up Mid-Missouri" that he's confident and hopeful that his name will appear on the April school board ballot. Mr. Basye wants CPS to pay for his legal expenses, which he says are substantial. He also blasts the district, saying they don't want any diversity of thought on the board. The district has said that Basye didn't follow their filing instructions. Judge Jacobs says CPS' requirement for Basye to have made an appointment by December 22 violates state law:

Chuck Basye wins his case against the Columbia Public School District. Chris Arps joins us with his take on reaction to Memphis Police beating video.

Chuck Basye discusses his courtroom win over CPS trying to keep him off the ballot. Joseph Ossai, who drew the penalty that helped get the Chiefs in position to be in the SB, faces the media with tears in his eyes.

Did you hear what congressman Mark Alford said on the House Floor yesterday?!?! What's the solution for employee housing in Jefferson City?