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Public health experts say lingering skepticism and controversy surrounding the COVID-19 vaccine have fueled hesitancy toward other immunizations.
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The lab at the University of Missouri's College of Education and Human Development announced the launch of RISE-MO. -
Fifty-eight jaywalking tickets have been issued since April in Columbia, including 43 citations the past two months. -
U.S. Sen Josh Hawley's skepticism of data centers puts him at odds with some prominent Missouri Republicans, including Gov. Mike Kehoe. -
The National Head Start Association released new data this month that shows over 3,700 students from low-income families could lose access to child care. Over 1,100 staff members could lose their jobs. -
Jefferson City's 7% lodging tax is up for renewal in the Nov. 4 election. -
Missouri is transferring over $10 million in funding to feed seniors and $5 million to go to food banks.
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Teen Vogue covered fashion and celebrity, but also took in-depth looks at politics and social justice issues. The union representing workers at Condé Nast said six staffers are losing their jobs. -
Certain prepared pasta dishes were recalled from retailers like Trader Joe's, Kroger and Walmart between June and October. Health officials urge customers to dispose of them and clean their fridges. -
Public health leaders convene in Washington, D.C. this week to defend their vision for America's health, and look ahead for how to rebuild after the Trump administration's attacks on the system.
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Columbia and Boone County will together provide $100,000 to The Food Bank for Central and Northeast Missouri. -
Junior Achievement (JA) is a national non-profit organization that focuses on teaching students about financial literacy, entrepreneurship and career readiness. On today's show, JA in Central Missouri district manager Morgan Dennehy tells us about a new JA Trades program, and invites everyone to a fundraiser with Santa Claus happening later this month in Columbia! November 3, 2025 -
So far, 745 people have died on Missouri roads in 2025 and officials fear that number could rise as the holiday season begins -
Abby Dickinson is a 23-year-old bisexual person. They spoke about how they're casually exploring their gender identity — without putting too much pressure on themselves. -
Characters from the hit Netflix film are topping the Halloween costume charts and introducing fans to Korean culture. -
On today's show, we're talking about MarkerSqueak Consulting with owner Jay Sparks while making Halloween-themed cocktails. Cheers! October 31, 2025
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In this episode, hosts Eric Fey and Brianna Lennon speak with Chris McGinn. For the past year and a half, he’s been working as the executive director of the Texas Association of County Election Officials.
They spoke about some of the changes McGinn is helping make to the association, how the association balances the needs of some of the largest and smallest counties in the country, and about what’s next.
They spoke about some of the changes McGinn is helping make to the association, how the association balances the needs of some of the largest and smallest counties in the country, and about what’s next.
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