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The Douglass Athletic Association started back in 1996 because "a bunch of old baseball players" wanted to make baseball an affordable and convenient experience for the youth of Columbia. Today's guest, John Kelly, was there on day one; Emily Haynes came up through the program and is now a board member. August 16, 2024

The City of Columbia wants reach those in our community who maybe feel a little left out with a new program called Community Connectors. Still in its early stages, city manager De'Carlon Seewood and engagement coordinator Shawna Johnson are hoping this new program, with its three paid employees, will help bridge the engagement gap and give a voice to the voiceless on issues big and small. August 7, 2024

'Church & State' director Mary Paulsell says playwright Jason Odell Williams has crafted a "painfully relevant and timely" story, especially so during a presidential election year. The writing is what attracted actor Chris Campbell to want to audition: "it really pops off the page." This comedy/drama opens this Friday at Talking Horse Productions in Columbia. August 6, 2024

The Montminy Gallery is putting Boone County on display thanks to 30+ "influential" artists in its latest exhibit, 'Over Time: 100 Years of Art Scene/Seen in Boone County'. Curator Betsy Knabe Roe says, "it's exciting to see that breadth of history" in one room. July 30, 2024

Meet Justina Dial, the new chair of Women's Network, a division of the Columbia Chamber of Commerce! Unfamiliar with the mission of Women's Network? Justina explains its purpose, and tells us how even non-members (and men!) can get involved, on today's show. July 31, 2024

Author and historian and today's guest, Jeremy Amick, takes a deep dive into '70s midwest rock music in his latest book, 'Movin' On: The Legacy of Ron West and the Rock Band Missouri'. August 1, 2024

Self care and wellness isn't just about the big moments - the vacations, the retreats - it's also about those "bite size moments we build into our day." That message is one of many from Be Well Initiatives, a brain, health and science program sponsored by Burrell Behavioral Health. Guests: Nia Howard and Bailey Pyle August 12, 2024

The Missouri River Festival of the Arts is back for another memorable year (its 49th!) at Thespian Hall in Boonville. Steve Litwiller tells us about some of the world class talent making their way to mid-Missouri for four days later this month. August 14, 2024

"Our goal is to help non-profits thrive, to strengthen them so they can strengthen our communities." -- Olivia Swanson, director of client success at New Chapter Coaching, LLC. You're invited to take part in their upcoming online conference, 'Together Towards Tomorrow'. Registration opens 8/20! August 19, 2024

Mozart. Donizetti. Hisaishi. Those are just some of the artists that The Missouri Symphony will feature during their upcoming 48th season, kicking off in just a few days. Executive director Trent Rash tells us this year will last all year - a first! August 20, 2024