A public memorial service for former First Lady and former U.S. Sen. Jean Carnahan will be held in February in St. Louis. Mrs. Carnahan died Tuesday evening …
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(LISTEN): Bipartisan frustration among Missouri’s congressional delegation with stamp price hikes
The dean of Missouri’s congressional delegation who represents Moberly, Huntsville and Mexico in the 939 the Eagle listening area says the United States Postal Service (USPS) lost …
Read More »Murder suspect from out-of-state captured in Columbia; unclear if he’ll fight extradition
A murder suspect from the state of California remains jailed without bond this morning in Boone County, on a warrant from the Golden State. 35-year-old Tyler Scott …
Read More »Columbia will finish January above an inch above normal for precipitation
While January has been a wet, snowy, rainy and cold month in mid-Missouri, it has impacted the recent drought we’ve been facing. National Weather Service (NWS) St. …
Read More »(LISTEN): Missouri Senate President Pro Tem Caleb Rowden (R-Columbia) discusses 2024 session on “Wake Up Mid-Missouri”
Missouri Senate President Pro Tem Caleb Rowden (R-Columbia) expresses frustration with the Senate Freedom Caucus, saying they “bloviated” on the Senate floor before essentially taking a deal …
Read More »(LISTEN): Columbia’s Seewood enthusiastic about McKinney building’s future
Columbia’s city manager is excited about future potential uses for the historic McKinney building downtown, which is on East Broadway between Second Missionary Baptist Church and Plaza …
Read More »Columbia’s new $6.5 million Ronald McDonald house to open in May
Construction of Columbia’s new Ronald McDonald House is progressing despite January’s brutal winter weather. The home is set to open this spring. It’s being built near Columbia’s …
Read More »UPDATE: Two truck drivers killed in overnight crash near Moberly have been identified
Missouri state troopers have identified the two semi drivers who were killed in that horrific overnight crash on busy Highway 24 east of Moberly. Highway 24 near …
Read More »(LISTEN): Jefferson City’s Newsradio 950 KWOS turns 87 today
Our Zimmer sister station Newsradio 950 KWOS in Jefferson City is celebrating its 87th birthday today. KWOS engineer Steve Morse says KWOS, which stood for “Keep Watching …
Read More »(LISTEN): “Missouri Times” publisher Scott Faughn discusses Missouri’s 2024 session on “Wake Up Mid-Missouri”
“Missouri Times” publisher Scott Faughn will be the guest speaker at the February 19 Cole County Lincoln Days event at Jefferson City’s Capitol Plaza Hotel. Dinner begins …
Read More »(LISTEN): VU Foundation gift will make Columbia’s American Legion post ADA-compliant
The commander of Columbia’s American Legion Post 202 is praising the Columbia-based Veterans United Foundation for its recent surprise gift of $10,000. Herbert Williams American Legion Post …
Read More »(LISTEN): New Columbia Orthopaedic Group vice president says it’s important to provide point of access to mid-Missourians
A Columbia native and Rock Bridge graduate is ecstatic after being named vice president of Columbia Orthopaedic Group (COG). Dr. Shawn Sahota says he appreciates the trust …
Read More »(LISTEN): Boone Health CEO says hospital committed to remaining independent
The CEO at Boone Health said the hospital’s business grew in 2023 and its finances are improving. Brady Dubois took over as CEO of the county’s health …
Read More »(LISTEN): Columbia activist explains election law complaint against mayor, council members
A Columbia activist believes the mayor and four city council members violated a state election law that prohibits elected officials from using public resources to advocate for …
Read More »(LISTEN): State Rep. Cheri Toalson Reisch unhappy with county’s decision to call election on property tax freeze for April
State Rep. Cheri Toalson Reisch from Hallsville, who’s district covers much of rural Boone County, was not happy to learn that Boone County commissioners called an election …
Read More »Boone Hospital Center says more residents are choosing Boone for emergency care
Boone Hospital Center’s new chief executive officer says emergency room visits are up nine percent this month at the hospital. Brady DuBois spoke Sunday morning to 939 …
Read More »MLK awards keynote speaker at Columbia College is a familiar name in mid-Missouri
Columbia’s first diversity, equity and inclusion administrator says commitment to a cause greater than one’s self is one of the most dignified forms of generosity that can …
Read More »(LISTEN): Columbia-based Big Tree Medical founder and a physician promote direct primary care on 939 the Eagle’s “CEO Roundtable”
You may have heard a term used in recent years called “concierge level healthcare”, which means direct primary care. Direct primary care means your primary care billing …
Read More »(LISTEN): Columbia convention leaders excited about return of MSHSAA high school hoops championships; seeking hosts
Columbia’s Convention and Visitors Bureau (CVB) is seeking hosts for the upcoming return of the Missouri State High School Activities Association (MSHSAA) high school basketball championships. They’re …
Read More »(LISTEN): Big crowds expected for Saturday’s Eagle adventure event at Jefferson City’s Runge
A few thousand people are expected to pack Jefferson City’s popular Runge nature center for Saturday’s Eagle Adventure. The annual event celebrates bald eagles and provides an …
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