Missouri Secretary of State Jay Ashcroft (R) is the state’s chief election officer. As secretary of state, he oversees federal and state elections in Missouri. Secretary Ashcroft …
Read More »(AUDIO): U.S. Rep. Billy Long (R-Springfield) appears on 939 the Eagle’s “Wake Up Columbia”
U.S. Rep. Billy Long (R-Springfield) is seeking Missouri’s GOP U.S. Senate nomination. He’s just finished campaigning at ten Missouri Lincoln Day events in ten days. Congressman Long …
Read More »(AUDIO) Columbia third ward council candidate Roy Lovelady appears on 939 the Eagle’s “Wake Up Columbia”
Columbia resident Roy Lovelady is challenging third ward city councilman Karl Skala in the April election. Mr. Lovelady discussed his candidacy on 939 the Eagle’s “Wake Up …
Read More »(AUDIO) Columbia city manager De’Carlon Seewood appears on “Wake Up Columbia”
De’Carlon Seewood is Columbia’s first African-American city manager. He began in January. Mr. Seewood joined us live on “Wake Up Columbia” to discuss BeHeardCoMo, a new portal …
Read More »Christofanelli: sports wagering would bring $15-million in additional revenue to Missouri
A bill to legalize sports wagering in Missouri is now before a House committee in Jefferson City. The House Special Committee on Public Policy held a recent …
Read More »(AUDIO): Congressional candidate Taylor Burks appears on 939 the Eagle’s “Wake Up Columbia”
The “Wall Street Journal” reports Ukraine has shifted to a war footing today, declaring a state of emergency and starting to mobilize reservists. Former Boone County Clerk …
Read More »(AUDIO): Boone County Fire Protection District EMT discusses baby being delivered near on I-70 during winter storm
The Boone County Fire Protection District credits MU Health Care personnel and Boonville Police for their quick work in helping to deliver a healthy baby in the …
Read More »(AUDIO) National Weather Service meteorologist Matt Beitscher previews winter weather on “Wake Up Columbia”
The National Weather Service (NWS) says that while there’s still a lot of uncertainty about timing, snow is likely on Thursday morning across mid-Missouri. NWS St. Louis …
Read More »(AUDIO) State Sen. Holly Rehder (R-Scott City) appears on 939 the Eagle’s “Wake Up Columbia”
State Sen. Holly Rehder (R-Scott City) represents a southeast Missouri district at the Statehouse in Jefferson City. She’s voted for a 6-2 Missouri GOP map, and says …
Read More »Columbia career center renovations are key component in CPS’ $80-million bond issue proposal
Columbia Public Schools (CPS) patrons will be casting ballots in April on an $80-million no-tax increase bond issue. Columbia school board member Blake Willoughby says if voters …
Read More »(AUDIO): Columbia school board member Blake Willoughby appears on “Wake Up Columbia”
Columbia school board member Blake Willoughby was elected to the board in 2019, and is seeking re-election in April. He appeared live on 939 the Eagle’s “Wake …
Read More »(AUDIO): Columbia Councilman Matt Pitzer discusses homelessness and Wabash station on “Wake Up Columbia”
Columbia’s city council discussed the issue of homelessness for more than two hours, during Monday night’s meeting. City staff officials say the Wabash station is not an …
Read More »Missouri gas tax repeal legislation heading to Missouri House committee today
Legislation to repeal Missouri’s gasoline tax increase will be heard this (Tuesday) afternoon in Jefferson City. State Rep. Sara Walsh (R-Ashland), the House Majority Caucus chair, will …
Read More »(AUDIO): U.S. Rep. Billy Long (R-Springfield), a U.S. Senate candidate, appears live on “Wake Up Columbia”
U.S. Rep. Billy Long (R-Springfield) is seeking Missouri’s GOP nomination for the U.S. Senate in August. He appeared live on 939 the Eagle’s “Wake Up Columbia” this …
Read More »Ashland landing Amazon distribution facility; Lakeside Ashland making progress
The mayor of one of the fastest-growing towns in mid-Missouri is excited that Amazon will be opening a new distribution center there. Mayor Richard Sullivan tells 939 …
Read More »Supporters of 7-1 Missouri GOP congressional map to rally Monday in Jefferson City
The Missouri Senate is expected to debate congressional redistricting Monday afternoon in Jefferson City. The Senate gavels in at noon, and Senate President Pro Tem Dave Schatz …
Read More »(AUDIO): State Rep. Sara Walsh (R-Ashland) joins “Wake Up Columbia” on congressional redistricting, gas tax
State Rep. Sara Walsh (R-Ashland) supports a 7-1 GOP congressional map in Missouri, while other Republicans favor a 6-2 map. Representative Walsh joined “Wake Up Columbia” and …
Read More »Missouri Senate to have short week, due to upcoming winter storm
The National Weather Service (NWS) in Kansas City/St. Louis says Columbia and Jefferson City are expected to receive ten to 14 inches of snow, by Thursday evening. …
Read More »(AUDIO): Missouri Senate Majority Leader Caleb Rowden appears on 939 the Eagle’s “Wake Up Columbia”
The National Weather Service (NWS) offices in Kansas City and St. Louis say Columbia, Jefferson City and Fulton are expected to receive ten to 15 inches of …
Read More »(AUDIO): Missouri U.S. Senate candidate Mark McCloskey appears on 939 the Eagle’s “Wake Up Columbia”
St. Louis attorney Mark McCloskley, who’s seeking Missouri’s GOP U.S. Senate nomination this year, was the guest speaker at Friday’s Columbia Pachyderm meeting. McCloskey also appeared live …
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