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'Echoes of Missouri' is on display now through August 2nd at The Montminy Gallery in Columbia. The exhibition explores African-American art, music, performance, culture, and history, with a focus on the legacy of John William "Blind" Boone. Donald Quist, PhD, says, "this feels like a celebration... It's been lovely to see these crossovers between these different types of artistry - rappers and poets and fine artists and painters all in this one place. It's been special." July 8, 2025

We're mere hours away from the 2025 Fire in the Sky event at Stephens Lake Park in Columbia! Parks and Rec specialist Moira Theis tells us everything we need to know before we leave the house. July 4, 2025

Ashli Eaves, CHSNC, is a financial advisor at Aligned Wealth Group and author of a new book titled, 'Special Needs, Special Plans: Navigating the Special Needs Financial Journey'. On today's show, Ashli tells us how she combined her personal experience of raising a child with special needs along with her professional expertise to write the book in order to help other families navigate the complex financial landscape of special needs planning. August 14, 2025

Missouri River Festival of the Arts turns 50 this year! On today's show, Steve Litwiller tells us all about the concerts, the art exhibits, the parties and more - all of which takes place over three, jam-packed days at Thespian Hall in Boonville. "If you've not been to this festival before, try it. You're gonna like it." August 13, 2025

Just to be clear, "William Shakespeare's Land of the Dead" is not an actual Shakespeare play, but rather a play set in his time period that involves a zombie attack during the first performance of "Henry V". Intrigued? Co-director Chris Bowling and actor Allan Boettger tell us more on today's show! August 18, 2025

Armani's Angels is a non-profit organization that helps pet owners cover emergency veterinary bills. Since its inception, they've helped 699 pets by providing more than $418K in financial assistance. On today's show, board members Zoe Beasley and Kelle Walters encourage everyone to "join the movement" by taking part in an upcoming golf fundraiser at Columbia Country Club. August 19, 2025

City of Refuge is hosting a back to school event for refugee children in preschool or elementary school next Monday in Columbia! Garrett Rucinski, director of engagement, tells us this event will provide school supplies, backpacks, as well as information about school bus routes, parent-teacher conferences, and other important processes that can be overwhelming for refugee families new to the American education system. August 4, 2025

Missouri Rural Crisis Center (MRCC) is a non-profit organization that has been advocating for rural Missourians and people living in rural areas across the country since 1985. On today's show, rural organizer Jamie Blair invites everyone to a very busy 40th anniversary summit this Saturday, August 16 at Missouri United Methodist Church in Columbia! August 11, 2025

Budding thespians take note: TRYPS Children's Theater is holding auditions for their next show, 'Seussical Jr.', later this month in Columbia. If it's your first time, fear not! Corey Dunne, executive artistic director, tells us, "it is our mission to make people feel welcome..." There are also opportunities for those who wish to remain backstage, too! August 12, 2025

EPIC - Emerging Professionals in Columbia - is a division of Columbia Chamber of Commerce and is open to anyone between the ages of 22-40 who are looking to network with industry peers on a regular basis. Find out more from today's guests, Mimi Zug and Jazmyn Drake! August 20, 2025