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 …
Read More »(LISTEN): Boone County GOP central committee chair Tony Lupo discuses Pro Tem Rowden on “Wake Up Mid-Missouri”
Boone County GOP central committee chair Tony Lupo says the committee has not written a letter to Missouri Senate President Pro Tem Caleb Rowden (R-Columbia) calling for …
Read More »UPDATE: Boone Hospital Center’s losses were about $20-million less in 2023 than year before
One of Columbia/Boone County’s largest employers says its hospital in Columbia had positive cash flow in two months near the end of 2023 for the first time …
Read More »(LISTEN): Red Slipper Warrior Project founder Tim Tinnin discusses Hollywood Nights on “Wake Up Mid-Missouri”
The founder of the Jefferson City-based Red Slipper Warrior Project (RSWP) says a good support system is critical for those who are battling cancer. Jefferson City’s Tim …
Read More »Jefferson City poison suspect to appear in court for bond review hearing today
A Jefferson City art teacher charged with attempted murder for the alleged poisoning of her husband is back in court this morning for a bond review hearing. …
Read More »(LISTEN): Missouri Governor Mike Parson discusses State of State and his time in office on “Wake Up Mid-Missouri”
Missouri’s governor is calling on state lawmakers to again fully fund the K-12 education foundation formula with an additional $120-million over last year’s levels. Governor Mike Parson …
Read More »(LISTEN): Economic growth and state employee pay were two key elements of Missouri governor’s address
Missouri’s governor says his administration will leave a record $1.5 billion on the bottom line for the next administration. While GOP Governor Mike Parson outlined his budget …
Read More »UPDATE: Columbia attorney will be city’s first housing director
A Columbia native who graduated from Rock Bridge high school and Mizzou has been named as the first director of the city’s new Housing and Neighborhood Services …
Read More »(LISTEN): Missouri’s governor to deliver final State of State today; Parson says state employees have been on his mind since day one
Cole County’s more than 14,000 state employees will find out this afternoon whether Missouri Governor Mike Parson (R) is proposing a state employee pay raise for the …
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