Travis McMillen
Senior Media ProducerTRAVIS McMILLEN is the manager of broadcast operations 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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League of Women Voters president Susie Adams and past president Marilyn McLeod break down the confusing November 3rd ballot measures—including Amendments 3, 6, 7, 8, Proposition A, and Proposition L for the Boone County Jail—with easy-to-understand voter guides and candidate surveys. Early voting is going on now, including weekend options at Columbia Mall and Douglass High School. October 21, 2026 -
Boone County Clerk Brianna Lennon breaks out her signature "shoes that save votes" for election season as she and AC outline every no-excuse voting option available—from Columbia Mall to drive-up voting at the health department. Plus, discover how your kids can cast their own ballot for favorite vacation spots while you vote, with decorated ballot boxes at every polling location! October 20, 2026 -
Todd Davison is bringing the rock-and-roll energy of The Rocky Horror Show to life at Maples Repertory Theater in Macon. The production promises a fun, silly musical comedy experience that's "nothing like watching it at home," complete with audience callbacks, costumes encouraged, and special midnight performances on October 23rd and 24th! October 19, 2026 -
Come along as AC and Nickie Davis, executive director of The District, explore what it's like at a typical "First Friday" in the North Village Arts District! October 16, 2026 -
Jazz, A Louisiana Kitchen is back in Columbia with a fresh new look, classic favorites, and Sunday brunch with mimosas. Owner Ben Davidson also brings Teriyaki Madness to town, where fully customizable bowls mean you could order something different every single day of the year! October 15, 2026 -
Did you know that cash bail can trap people in a cycle of poverty, even for minor offenses like traffic violations? Listen as host AC sits down with Peggy Placier and Roger McKinney from the Boone County Community Bail Fund to learn how their all-volunteer organization is working to break that cycle -- one bailout at a time. October 14, 2026 -
Ragtag Film Society's Andrea Luque Káram and Tim Pilcher are bringing family-friendly fun to Columbia with a Parents Night Out event and a Screen Time series designed to get kids excited about the magic of cinema. From affordable childcare right next door to classic film screenings like The Nightmare Before Christmas, Ragtag is breaking down the barriers for families to enjoy a night -- or morning -- at the movies! October 13, 2026 -
Is your workspace slowing you down and wrecking your body? Robert Ricketts, owner of ITCOMO, breaks down the computers, monitors, desks, chairs, and headsets that can transform your workday and keep you healthier! October 12, 2026 -
Since 1959, Central Bank and the Columbia Art League have been transforming a bank into a full-scale art gallery and calling it the Boone County Art Show. Sydney Olsen and Kelsey Hammond are here to tell us all about it: no entry fees, artwork from students to professionals, and everything on display is for sale. This is one community event you will not want to miss! October 9, 2026 -
Daniel Boone Regional Library's bookmobile campaign has already raised over $100,000 toward its $1 million goal, and now development manager Joe Facteau says they're close enough to make a down payment on two brand-new bookmobiles. With both current bookmobiles sitting in the shop and communities losing their only library access, the stakes couldn't be higher -- find out how you can help at their first-ever gala on October 17th! October 8, 2026
