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The annual Student Designer Fashion Show at Stephens College is "a good visual of what's possible right here in the middle of the middle of the middle of the Midwest," according to professor Monica McMurry. Catch the 82nd 'Collections' show - featuring fashions from Sofia Schaefer Ramos - this Saturday in Columbia! April 20, 2026 -
Have you ever wondered why Children's Grove, a Columbia non-profit, uses a butterfly as their logo? Board of directors president Sarah Greenlee explains it like this: "The butterfly is our logo because of the butterfly effect. You do something, you make a change, and then that ripples out and becomes something that really can't even be measured at that point." April is Kindness Month. April 17, 2026
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Find out who inspired the nine women who may have inspired you last weekend when we talk to each of the featured speakers from the 2026 'That's What She Said Columbia' event on today's show! April 13, 2026 -
If you liked last year's 'Caftan Crawl' in downtown Columbia, it's back but with a twist! On today's show, Nickie Davis, executive director of The District, tells us it's now called 'Mrs. Roper's Romp', inspired by the character of Mrs. Roper from 'Three's Company'. Just watch the segment... April 10, 2026 -
Crane's Country Store owner David Crane invites everyone to this year's 'Boots and Britches Bash' next Saturday at his store in Williamsburg. Come for the mimosas, stay for the deals on popular brands like Carhartt, Pendleton and more! April 9, 2026 -
In an economy like this it's important to keep track of your finances. Don't let "lifestyle creep" drain your wallet, and don't let the thought of budgeting keep you from, well, budgeting. On today's show, Bret Rodabaugh, a certified financial planner at LaBrunerie Financial, shares some tips to help you reduce your financial stress. April 8, 2026 -
Even if you can't make the opening reception this Saturday, April 11, there's still plenty of time to stop by the Montminy Gallery in Columbia and check out 'For the Love of Locals', an art exhibit featuring works by Lisa Bartlett, Jane Mudd and David Spear, who's on the show today along with gallery director Callie Brinkman. April 7, 2026 -
For nearly 40 years, Show Me Central Habitat for Humanity has benefitted from Broadway Christian Church's annual community garage sale. On today's show, John Poehlmann and Jennifer James join us to talk about this year's sale - which is always a "massive undertaking" - and what specific housing project will benefit from the proceeds. April 6, 2026 -
Our District After Dark series makes its next stop at Hittsville, home of Uprise Bakery, Ragtag Cinema, and Hitt Records. We chat with Tim Pilcher, Ragtag Cinema director, and Kyle Cook, owner of Hitt Records, as we tour this historic property that was once a Coca-Cola bottling plant. April 3, 2026 -
KBIA's Darren Hellwege talks with Rev. Katie Collins of First Presbyterian Church about their Holy Week observances and the meaning of events like Maunday Thursday and Good Friday. First Presbyterian Church, Columbia MO -
Get at least three of your co-workers or besties or neighbors together for lunch from Panera and help raise money for Meals on Wheels Columbia! Executive director Teri Walden is here with details on this year's Big Wheels fundraiser. April 2, 2026 -
Get ready to mark your calendar because Jazz Appreciation Month is jam-packed with events you won't want to miss! 'We Always Swing' Jazz Series assistant director Josh Chittum is here with details on some of the visiting artists "we're really lucky to have." April 1, 2026
