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Moy ZhongIn this episode, hosts Eric Fey and Brianna Lennon speak with Rachel Raper, the Director of Elections for Orange County, North Carolina.They spoke about the unique way the state tracks and traces back mail ballots to voters, and about how election administrators have overcome many of the challenges that have impacted North Carolina in the last few years. -
The Daily Blend w/ AC: Betsy Knabe Roe & Donald Quist, PhD, "Echoes of Missouri at Montminy Gallery"'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
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KBIA's Darren Hellwege talks with Dr. Melissa Herzog about her work and teaching in Positive Youth Development and how it helps young people find interests that can motivate them. -
KBIA's Darren Hellwege talks with Dr. Steven Krauss of the University of Missouri Dept. of Human Development and Family Science about his work with 4-H Clubs of Missouri and his teaching in Volunteerism and Youth-Adult Parnerships. -
Solarize Columbia came about through local non-profit sponsors and the City of Columbia Office of Sustainability. Carolyn Amparan, steering committee member, says the program aims to make solar and battery storage more accessible by providing discounted pricing and financing options, and by using a vetted installer. Find out more about an upcoming launch event on today's show! July 3, 2025 -
KBIA's Darren Hellwege talks with Dr. Clay Hurdle of the MU School of Human Development and Family Science. Dr. Hurdle discusses teaching leadership to Mizzou students and working with young people through MU Extension and 4-H Clubs of Missouri. -
"Sparklers are still not totally safe. They burn at about 1,200 degrees and they account for, I want to say 28% of most firework injuries," Fire Marshal Michael Bauer, Columbia Fire Department. "Leave the fireworks up to the professionals and everybody will have a safe 4th of July." July 2, 2025 -
Twain: Missouri BBQ and Taproom is getting a jump on Christmas by offering its popular drink, snack and movie series, 'Holiday Hideaway', throughout the month of July! On today's show, bartender Leyla Kiknadze, and Corté Allen, executive chef, prepare two unique items found on the menu. July 1, 2025 -
If you're anything like Scott Mansker, you too think of the Missouri River as an underutilized "adventure playground." 20 years ago, Scott founded MR340 - a 340-mile, non-stop paddling race - to take advantage of the nation's longest river while also raising money for Missouri River Relief. On today's show, meet past participant, Scott Swafford, and race director, Steve Schnarr. June 30, 2025 -
We're on location at the new Sophia's restaurant in south Columbia today with co-owner Matt Jenne and famed local artist David Spear. David created all the iconic artwork inside not only Sophia's, but Addison's and Addison's South. On today's show, hear how this perfect partnership got its start more than 25 years ago! June 27, 2025 -
Next up on Mizzou Theatre's summer repertory lineup is Disney's "The Little Mermaid," and we've got the actresses playing Ariel (Israeli Jones) and Flounder (Emma Webel) on today's show! June 26, 2025 -
Get to know the 2025 ATHENA International Award winners - Jen Hedrick and Arminta Phelps - on today's show! These awards are given to exceptional women in business (or their profession) who have made significant contributions to their community and helped develop and support other women. June 25, 2025
