Upcoming Legislative Session with Rep. Rudy Veit
In this week's episode, Editor Gary Castor chats with Rep. Rudy Veit, R-Wardsville, about priorities for the legislative session beginning Jan. 3.
Nov 15, 2023•20 min
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Esports with Toxic Tournaments co-founder Caleb McGennis
In this week's episode, Editor Gary Castor chats with Toxic Tournaments co-founder Caleb McGennis about esports and the upcoming Outbreak '23 eSports training camp and tournament in Jefferson City. Click here to learn more about the Outbreak '23 eSports Camp, and click here to learn more about the Outbreak '23 Tournament....
Nov 08, 2023•14 min
Artificial Intelligence with Helias Principal Spencer Allen
In this week's episode, Editor Gary Castor chats with Helias Catholic High School Principal Spencer Allen about artificial intelligence. They explore the definition of AI, discussing its applications -- both positive and negative -- in everyday life and in the school setting. He offers tips for those wanting to use AI in practical ways, touching on the importance of maintaining ethical use, fostering soft skills and using AI as a tool for learning. Read our recent news story about AI here: Helia...
Nov 01, 2023•21 min
Deer Hunting Season with Runge Nature Center Manager Kevin Lohraff
In this week’s episode, Editor Gary Castor chats with Kevin Lohraff, manager of Runge Nature Center in Jefferson City, about deer hunting season in Missouri, including how big the deer population is, how conservation manages the size and health of the population, and an upcoming managed deer hunt at Runge. Learn more about deer hunting season in Missouri at mdc.mo.gov....
Oct 26, 2023•18 min
Fentanyl with Police Chief Eric Wilde
In this week’s episode, Editor Gary Castor chats with Jefferson City Police Chief Eric Wilde about fentanyl, including what it is, the dangers of it, approaches to try to abate it, and how prevalent it is in the community. Read our recent story about fentanyl in Jefferson City here: Police, EMS: Fentanyl cases on downswing
Oct 18, 2023•15 min
Child Care
In this week’s episode, we dive into the topic of child care and get three perspectives from leaders in our community. Editor Gary Castor chats with Angela Hirsch, executive director of the Rape and Abuse Crisis Center, Erin Vader, superintendent of schools for the Diocese of Jefferson City, and Paula Benne, owner of C&S Employment Solutions. Read our recent story on child care here: Local groups look to address child care crisis Click here to take a survey on child care for parents, provide...
Oct 12, 2023•52 min
Homelessness in Jefferson City
In this week’s episode, Editor Gary Castor chats with Karen Taylor, associate pastor at First United Methodist Church, who works on various initiatives to address homelessness in Jefferson City. They discuss Jefferson City's current state of homelessness , possible solutions, and initiatives such as Project Homeless Connect and Room at the Inn homeless shelter. For more information about organizations that aim to address homelessness in Jefferson City, visit the links below. Salvation Army Room ...
Oct 05, 2023•16 min
Porchfest with Leann Porrello
In this week's episode, Editor Gary Castor chats with Leann Porrello, Porchfest JCMO organizer and cultural arts specialist for Jefferson City Parks and Recreation, about the upcoming Porchfest scheduled for 1-4 p.m. Oct. 1 on Forest Hill Avenue. Visit jcparks.com/event/porchfest or check out Porchfest JCMO on Facebook for more information.
Sep 20, 2023•10 min
Redemption Inside the Walls
In this week’s episode, Editor Gary Castor chats with Redemption Inside the Walls founder and co-organizer Paula Benne about the history of Redemption Inside the Walls and everything you need to know about this year's event. The fifth annual Redemption Inside the Walls, featuring the presentation of the Fisher Family Good Samaritan Awards and headliner Natalie Grant, is Sept. 23 at the Jefferson City Jaycees Cole County Fairgrounds, 1445 Fairgrounds Road. Click here to learn more about the conce...
Sep 13, 2023•13 min
Puppies for Parole
In this week’s episode, Editor Gary Castor chats with Puppies for Parole Program Director Jennifer Liebi about Puppies for Parole, a program where selected offenders in Missouri prisons have the opportunity to become trainers to rescue dogs. Click here to learn more about Puppies for Parole in our recent story, and click here to read our opinion piece about the program....
Sep 06, 2023•16 min
United Way of Central Missouri adds three new partner agencies
In this week’s episode, Editor Gary Castor chats with United Way of Central Missouri President Lee Knernschield about the United Way's addition of three local nonprofits as partner agencies and how this year's campaign is going. To donate or learn more about the United Way of Central Missouri, visit unitedwaycemo.org .
Aug 30, 2023•12 min
Lincoln University with President John Moseley
In this week's episode, Editor Gary Caster chats with Lincoln University President John Moseley about ongoing initiatives and goals for Lincoln University. Moseley highlights the importance of supporting students through programs like paid internships and the university's bridge program to improve retention and success rates, as well as efforts to break down misconceptions and increase engagement between Lincoln University and the broader community.
Aug 24, 2023•19 min
Back to School with JC Schools Deputy Superintendent Heather Beaulieu
In this week's episode, Editor Gary Castor chats with Heather Beaulieu, Jefferson City School District deputy superintendent, about goals and changes in the district for the new school year and how parents and students can prepare for back to school.
Aug 17, 2023•17 min
Affordable Housing
In this week's episode, Editor Gary Castor chats with Darin Preis, executive director of Central Missouri Community Action, about misconceptions about low-income housing, how affordable housing ties into the economic health of the community, and how CMCA is addressing the housing crisis in Jefferson City, including its proposed Stronghold Landing development. Click here to learn more....
Aug 09, 2023•20 min
Boys & Girls Club of Jefferson City with CEO Wade Middaugh
In this week's episode, Editor Gary Castor chats with Wade Middaugh, CEO of Boys & Girls Club of Jefferson City, about the club's mission, growth , and how to get involved. For more information about the Boys & Girls Club, visit bgcjc.com .
Aug 02, 2023•12 min
Cole County Fair
In this week’s episode, Editor Gary Castor chats with Cole County Fair Chairman Derred Scheperle, who gives a rundown on everything you need to know about the fair, which runs July 31-Aug. 5 at the Cole County Fairgrounds, 1445 Fairgrounds Road in Jefferson City. To learn more, click here for a guide to the fair, and click here to visit the Jefferson City Jaycees Fair Facebook page....
Jul 27, 2023•11 min
A conversation with firefighter Marilee Veit
In this week’s episode, Editor Gary Castor chats with Marilee Veit, one of four female firefighters in the Jefferson City Fire Department. They talk about how she and two other female firefighters made department history last week and what it's like to be a firefighter, especially as a woman in a role traditionally associated with men.
Jul 19, 2023•13 min
Lincoln University receives $5M grant to grow next generation of farmers
In this week’s episode, Editor Gary Castor chats with John Yang, associate director of research and professor of environmental science at Lincoln University, who is the lead investigator on a grant aimed to grow a diverse next generation of agriculture professionals. They talk about the decline in the number of farmers as young people choose different fields, Lincoln University’s role in promoting and developing agriculture, and efforts to recruit the next generation of farmers. Click here to le...
Jul 12, 2023•16 min
Missouri State Treasurer Vivek Malek
In this week's episode, Editor Gary Castor chats with Missouri State Treasurer Vivek Malek about his journey from India to the United States, his role as the state treasurer and some of the programs and services the treasurer's office offers , including MOBUCK$, MOScholars, and unclaimed property. A record $52 million worth of unclaimed property was returned to Missourians throughout the 2023 fiscal year. Click here to learn more. Visit showmemoney.com to search your name and see if you have any...
Jul 05, 2023•20 min
Salute to America
In this week's episode, Editor Gary Castor chats with Samantha Schwartz, event coordinator for Salute to America, about the annual Independence Day event. Schwartz gives a rundown of everything you need to know about this year's festival, a jam-packed, one-day event on the Fourth of July in downtown Jefferson City. Click here to read about Salute to America, or visit the event's website, salutetoamerica.org, for an event schedule, map, frequently asked questions and more....
Jun 28, 2023•15 min
Drought, state park improvements with Missouri DNR Director Dru Buntin
In this week’s episode, Editor Gary Castor chats with Dru Buntin, Missouri Department of Natural Resources director, about the drought Missouri is facing and its effects, DNR's drought mitigation and response plan and a recent investment for Missouri state parks. Click the links below for related stories: In drought, even farmers' optimism is drying up Missouri's wine crops facing challenges this year About $200M in improvements planned in Missouri state parks Nearly 90% of Cole County in extrem...
Jun 21, 2023•19 min
A Conversation with Miss Missouri Contestant Katie Farr of Jefferson City
In this week’s episode, Editor Gary Castor chats with Katie Farr, a Jefferson City woman who is competing for the Miss Missouri crown. She talks about her background, why she started competing in pageants, what she enjoys about it, what categories the contestants are judged on, and why she is using her platform to raise awareness on eating disorders through her "Altogether Beautiful" initiative....
Jun 14, 2023•10 min
How the News Tribune selects stories
How does the News Tribune select which stories to include in the paper? In this week’s podcast episode, Editor Gary Castor chats with News Tribune copy desk editor Tony Hawley about the process of monitoring and selecting stories, including where the stories come from and how he determines which ones to include and their placement in the paper.
Jun 07, 2023•17 min
Memorial Day with local author Jeremy Amick
In this week’s episode, Editor Gary Castor chats with writer Jeremy Amick about why he began writing about veterans, what Memorial Day means to him and how you can honor the sacrifices of veterans on Memorial Day. To read some of Jeremy Amick’s stories about veterans, find his weekly history column in the News Tribune, click the links below or check out his books available on Amazon and other retailers. Iconic Tuskegee Airman’s life defined by his love of family, faith Women’s Air Corps veteran ...
May 28, 2023•18 min
Lee Knernschield named new United Way of Central Missouri president
In this week's episode, Editor Gary Castor chats with Lee Knernschield about her background and goals as the new United Way of Central Missouri president.
May 24, 2023•12 min
Rep. Rudy Veit reflects on legislative session
In this week’s episode, Editor Gary Castor chats with Rep. Rudy Veit about the legislative session, which ended last week. He reflects on some of the wins from the session, bills that fell short, and what he is looking toward for the next session.
May 17, 2023•24 min
Library expansion with MRRL Director Claudia Young
In this week's episode, Editor Gary Castor chats with Missouri River Regional Library Director Claudia Young about the library's history and services as well as plans for a possible building expansion , which voters will decide on August 8. Missouri River Regional Library administrators want to build a third floor and expand the two existing floors of its Jefferson City building....
May 10, 2023•24 min
Ron Fitzwater begins Jefferson City mayoral term
In this week’s episode, Editor Gary Castor chats with Mayor Ron Fitzwater about his background, the biggest challenges and opportunities for Jefferson City, and his goals and priorities as the new mayor of the Capital City.
Apr 26, 2023•17 min
Carrie Tergin reflects on time as mayor, looks to the future
In this week’s episode, Editor Gary Castor chats with Carrie Tergin about her favorite memories and accomplishments during her eight-year term as mayor of Jefferson City and her goals and plans for the future. Tergin bid her farewell to the mayorship at her last City Council meeting on Monday as Ron Fitzwater was sworn in as the new mayor of Jefferson City. Click here to read about the Jefferson City Council marking its next chapter with a new mayor and council members, click here to read about ...
Apr 19, 2023•16 min
Serve Jeff City with Ken Hussey
In this week's episode, Editor Gary Castor chats with Ken Hussey about Serve Jeff City, a community-wide volunteer day scheduled for April 22. To sign up to volunteer, visit servejeffcity.org.
Apr 12, 2023•11 min
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