Travis McMillen
Senior Media ProducerTRAVIS McMILLEN is the senior media producer at the Donald W. Reynolds Journalism Institute. In this role, McMillen directs and produces regular and occasional programming from RJI’s own production studio, including KBIA’s "The Daily Blend w/ AC." He is a Columbia native who started working at KOMU-TV, the University of Missouri’s NBC affiliate, at the age of 16. From 2001-2008, McMillen directed KOMU’s morning newscast. He is married to Jennifer, whom he met at KOMU. They have three boys.
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It's a party! On a roof! And you're invited! North Village Arts District board member Tootie Burns tells us why you need to mark your calendars for this Sunday, Oct. 13 as the date to enjoy live music, food, and art, all while raising money for the talent that occupies NVAD and its long-running First Fridays event. October 11, 2024 -
EPIC is looking out for the emerging professionals in our community by way of mentorship programs, networking and volunteering opportunities, and events for both members and non-members. Jazmyn Drake and Garrett Walker talk about all it on today's show! October 10, 2024 -
Author Michelle Struemph shares her journey from sexual trauma victim in the Armed Forces to speaking up for those with a similar story in her "deeply personal" memoir, Living with Trauma, Finding the Light Again. October 9, 2024 -
We're on location at Fire Station 7 in Columbia with firefighters Daniel Soetaert and Ricardo Valsien for Fire Prevention Week 2024! The theme this year is 'Smoke alarms: Make them work for you'. October 8, 2024 -
Foodies take note: a new event called COMO Flavors is happening this Saturday, October 12 at Lakeside Ashland. Best of all, it's free and family-friendly and a portion of any proceeds benefit The Food Bank for Central and Northeast Missouri! Meet two of the organizers, Evan Foster and Richard Chandler, Jr., on today's show. October 7, 2024 -
ITCOMO owner Robert Ricketts wants your office furniture to contort to you and not the other way around, and that all starts with a good chair. (A good computer, too!) October 4, 2024 -
Founded in 2016, Missouri Women's Business Center is a program of Central Missouri Community Action, and this year executive director Darin Preis tells us MoWBC was awarded enough funds to do micro loans - perfect for some of the small stuff it takes to keep a business going! Find out more on today's show. October 3, 2024 -
Sure, the calendar just turned over to October, but Sarah Jane Photography owner Sarah Jane Shorthose says, "Christmas starts very, very early for photographers." What she means by that is, slots are filling up fast for a very special photo experience with Santa Claus. Find out more on today's show! October 2, 2024 -
Columbia Home Builders Association executive director Jami Clevenger invites everyone to their "signature event" this weekend, the annual James Hardie Fall Parade of Homes! Jami says this is the third year you can let the CHBA app guide you from location to location. "Bring the kids, you can get ideas for redecorating!" October 1, 2024 -
If you're looking for an activity for your middle schooler that takes place outdoors, involves working with others and is generally considered fun - maybe in a unique way - paintball could be the answer! Tiger Paintball owner/trainer Fred Hord is looking for teams of ten (no experience necessary) to take part in what will be the inaugural season, and it all starts this weekend! September 30, 2024
