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Meet Heart of Missouri United Way Give 5 program coordinator LORRAINE GUSTAVIS! If you've not heard of the Give 5 program, it goes something like this: retired or almost retired seniors (60+) volunteer their time with several non-profits in our community in a way that caters to their talents, to their passions, over a period of five weeks. Lorraine says for someone new to the area, like she is, it's a good introduction to Columbia. Additional guest: ANDREW GRABAU, executive director September 22, 2023
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Truman Veterans' Hospital nephrologist DR. SMRITA DORAIRAJAN has some new information about vitamin D, a.k.a. the sunshine vitamin. For instance, she says, "higher levels of vitamin D are helping prevent certain cancers." So how much sunlight do we need in order to see these 'new' benefits? Find out on today's show! September 21, 2023
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The MU Institute for Data Science and Informatics has been around for 15 years, but odds are you're just now hearing about it. DR. CHI-REN SHYU, director and professor, tells us about some of MUIDSI's research into artificial intelligence, its innovation in computing to help cancer patients, and where he sees his field in another 15 years. September 20, 2023
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As many as two dozen tractors will be on display at this year's Prairie Chapel United Methodist Church picnic! Pastor STEVE VAN DRIMMELEN says everyone's invited to come out for free food, fun and fellowship on September 23rd. Also, LES GRAY and BRANDON RILEY are director and co-director/actor, respectively, of MU Theatre's production of 'Thoughts of a Colored Man' by Keenan Scott II. One of the things that makes this show unique, according to Dr. Gray, is its approach to storytelling: "it uses slam poetry and poetic devices along with regular dialog." Curtain goes up tomorrow night! (4:47) September 19, 2023
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Paul Pepper: Kim Dude, Children's Grove, "Kindness Awards" & Dave Elman, Fretboard Coffee FundraiserFor the fourth year in a row, and with your help, Children's Grove is promoting kindness in our community by way of an award for the business or non-profit you think is most deserving! KIM DUDE-LAMMY says the categories are: 'Kindness to Youth'; 'Kindness to Employees'; 'Kindness to the Community'. The nomination process opens soon! Also, Fretboard Coffee owner/roaster DAVID ELMAN is marking ten years in business with a fundraiser he hopes will benefit The Center Project. A small donation could lead to you being the owner of a coffee-stained guitar! (4:57) September 18, 2023
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Big things are on the horizon for Columbia mayor BARBARA BUFFALOE! In October, Barbara will be one of eight mayors from the United States making a trip to China "to build relationships" around climate action and sustainability efforts; and then in December she's off to Dubai on more official business! September 15, 2023
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"We thought talking about pulmonary rehabilitation would be good for patients with chronic lung conditions who are symptomatic because this is a form of treatment that can reduce symptoms and improve quality of life." -- DR. SATISH KALANJERI, Truman Veterans' Hospital (Additional guest: DR. JEREMY JOHNSON) September 14, 2023
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The date is nigh! Show Me Central Habitat for Humanity's Blitz Build 2023 - 4 homes in 10 days - will commence September 18 in north Columbia. ASHLEY SWITZER says volunteer opportunities of all kinds are still available for those interested in getting involved! Also, DAYNA GLANZ tells us about some additional high intensity exercises that work in tandem with OsteoStrong's spectrum machines that you can do at home. (4:23) September 13, 2023
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City Garden School is turning ten this year. Not heard of it? Head of school JORDAN JOHNSON says their mission is "to bring beauty and movement and tons of time out in nature to teach the kids the same universal (important) things, but in a way that they are ready to absorb." Also, if you're a fan of improv comedy, TIM THOMAS NESSEL invites you to come see the next 'Off the Cuff' show October 6th and 7th in Jefferson City - watch for details! (4:12) September 12, 2023
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Three dozen artists painting any number of works over a three-day period in one town. That's pretty much the gist of Columbia Art League's annual plein air event happening this weekend in Rocheport. Reception and showcase to follow! Guest: KELSEY HAMMOND | Also, we're less than a week away from the Columbia CROP Hunger Walk! GREG THACKERY tells us everything we need to know, including the monetary goal they hope to reach from this year's event. Joining Greg is DON HARTER. Don is taking the walk one step further (pun intended) by walking across the entire state of Missouri. Find out why! (3:53) September 11, 2023