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Missouri legislative candidate John Martin appears on "Wake Up Mid-Missouri" | Residents in Boone County's 44th legislative district will have a new state representative in January. State Rep. Cheri Toalson Reisch (R-Hallsville) is term-limited and is running for Boone County commissioner. Two Republicans and Columbia Democrat Dave Raithel are seeking her seat. Ashland's Bryce Beal and Columbia's John Martin are facing off in Tuesday's GOP primary. The district includes Ashland, Hartsburg, Centralia, Hallsville and the area near Lake of the Woods. Mr. Martin, who owns Pro Pumping and Hydrojetting, joined us live in-studio on 939 the Eagle's "Wake Up Mid-Missouri." He says voters in the district are concerned about inflation and that he wants to reduce taxes and help the working-class. Mr. Martin tells listeners his three priorities for the state budget involve transportation (roads and bridges), education and law enforcement. He says they must be protected. Mr. Martin says other state programs will need to be cut, saying he supports limited government. He also says voters have thanked him for running a positive campaign. Mr. Beal is an assistant attorney general in the litigation division:

Missouri legislative candidate John Martin appears on "Wake Up Mid-Missouri" News, Analysis, Opinion

Columbia Police need your help in solving Thursday's shots fired call on Clark lane. CPD says a male juvenile suffered a non-life threatening injury. It's unclear whether he was shot or injured from something else.

CPD: One juvenile injured in Wednesday's shots fired incident in north Columbia | 93.9 The Eagle Columbia Police say a juvenile sustained a non-life threatening injury during Wednesday afternoon’s shots fired incident on Clark lane. CPD's Facebook post says it happened at about 3 pm in the 39-hundred block of Clark lane, which is north of I-70. It’s unclear if the juvenile male was shot or....

Columbia's city council will hold its first public hearing on city manager De'Carlon Seewood's proposed $558-million budget on Monday. 939 the Eagle's Brian Hauswirth and Mike Murphy break the budget down in this story. What are your thoughts on Mr. Seewood's proposed new budget?

Columbia's city council to hold Monday public hearing on proposed new budget, which calls for 31 new positions | 93.9 The Eagle Monday evening is your first opportunity to testify about Columbia city manager De’Carlon Seewood’s proposed $558-million budget. 939 the Eagle’s Mike Murphy, the publisher of Comobuz, reports Mr. Seewood’s proposed budget calls for the creation of 31 new positions next year. Murphy reports ...

A popular magazine has named mid-Missouri's Fulton as one of the best affordable small towns to live in. Fulton makes the top ten, along with towns like Fayetteville, Arkansas and Fort Myers, Florida. Have you visited Fulton, and what is your reaction to the piece, which we link to?

"Southern Living" names central Missouri town as a top affordable small town to live in | 93.9 The Eagle The mid-Missouri town of Fulton has been named as one of the 15 best affordable small towns to live in by “Southern Living” magazine. Fulton, which has about 13,000 residents, has two colleges and universities: Westminster and William Woods. It’s also home to the National Churchill Museum. Sev...

In Their Own Words: here do each of the three GOP frontrunners for Governor stand on illegal immigration? (episode 5/7) | Zimmer News Network's Don Louzader sat down with each of the three GOP frontrunners for Governor to ask them about their stances on influential topics in our state's government. In this episode, the candidates were asked about their stances on illegal immigration in Missouri.

In Their Own Words: here do each of the three GOP frontrunners for Governor stand on illegal immigration? (episode 5/7) The Zimmer News Network provides joint coverage of multiple news stations across the state to bring you the news, analysis, and opinion that matters most.

Missouri Secretary of State and GOP gubernatorial candidate Jay Ashcroft appears on "Wake Up Mid-Missouri" | Nine Republicans are seeking Missouri's GOP gubernatorial nomination next Tuesday. Incumbent Governor Mike Parson (R) is not running again. One of the nine is Secretary of State Jay Ashcroft, who joined us live on 939 the Eagle's "Wake Up Mid-Missouri." One of the biggest issues he emphasized on-air is properly funding Missouri's seven state veterans homes. They are in Cameron, Cape Girardeau, Mexico, Mount Vernon, St. James, St. Louis, and Warrensburg. Secretary Ashcroft tells listeners those veterans homes are underfunded by tens of millions of dollars and that one could potentially close, without additional money. Mr. Ashcroft tells listeners that Missouri does not have a resource problem (money), it has a spending problem. Secretary of State Ashcroft says Missouri's approximately $50-billion state operating budget has increased by more than $20-billion in the past seven years, while the veterans homes are underfunded. He says the veterans homes need anywhere from $30-million to $50-million to be property funded, saying that will be a top priority if elected. Ashcroft also blasted a GOP primary rival during the live interview, saying Lt. Governor Mike Kehoe's budget has increased by tens of millions of dollars. Ashcroft says money should be taken by Kehoe's office and put toward state veterans homes. Another issue Ashcroft addressed is education, saying less than 25 percent of Missouri eighth-graders are proficient in both math and reading. Secretary Ashcroft also tells listeners that state government needs a reorganization. More than 14,000 state employees work in Cole County, making state government Jefferson City's largest employer:

Missouri Secretary of State and GOP gubernatorial candidate Jay Ashcroft appears on "Wake Up Mid-Missouri" News, Analysis, Opinion

State Sen. Bill Eigel (R--Shelbina) discusses Missouri GOP gubernatorial bid on "Wake Up Mid-Missouri" | Nine Republicans are seeking Missouri's GOP gubernatorial nomination next week. Incumbent Governor Mike Parson (R) is not running again. One of the nine is state Sen. Bill Eigel (R-Weldon Spring), who joined us live this morning on 939 the Eagle's "Wake Up Mid-Missouri." Senator Eigel tells listeners that Missouri should eliminate personal property taxes and the state income tax, and must cut the tax burden. Senator Eigel also tells listeners that he will unite the Missouri Republican Party, if he's elected. The "Missouri Independent" is reporting that a political action committee connected to Missouri Senate Majority Leader Cindy O'Laughlin (R-Shelbina) is working to stop Senator Eigel from becoming governor. The "Independent" says the NEMO Leadership PAC, which was created to support O'Laughlin, contributed $100,000 on July 5 to the Great Northwest PAC, which supports state Sen. Rusty Black (R-Chillicothe). The newspaper says that four days later, Great Northwest PAC purchased six direct mail pieces targeting Senator Eigel, at a cost of $100,000. Senator Eigel tells "Wake Up Mid-Missouri" that that money should have been used to help GOP state senate candidates in the general election. Senator Eigel also criticized his two main GOP rivals, Lt. Governor Mike Kehoe and Secretary of State Jay Ashcroft, during the live interview:

State Sen. Bill Eigel (R--Shelbina) discusses Missouri GOP gubernatorial bid on "Wake Up Mid-Missouri" News, Analysis, Opinion

There is no cost to stay at Columbia's brand-new Ronald McDonald House on South College. Some families stay there for months, as their children receive treatment at Columbia's new Children's Hospital nearby.

(LISTEN): Columbia's new Ronald McDonald House is welcoming place for families to rest and recharge | 93.9 The Eagle (This is the second story in a two-part series on Columbia's new Ronald McDonald House) Columbia’s new $6.5 million Ronald McDonald House includes 24 private guestrooms with private baths, an increase from the former home’s 18 bedrooms. Ronald McDonald House Charities (RMHC) of Mid-Missouri seni...

UPDATE: A Columbia man charged with shooting and killing a man in late 2021 and then fleeing to Iowa will go on trial in October. 939 the Eagle's Brian Hauswirth reports 39-year-old Mark Achterberg appeared in Boone County Circuit Court on Tuesday via video from the Montgomery County jail, where he is housed.

UPDATE: Accused Columbia murderer who was captured in Iowa to go on trial this fall | 93.9 The Eagle An October murder trial has been set for a Columbia man charged with shooting a man to death in 2021 and then fleeing to Iowa. Boone County Circuit Judge Jeff Harris has scheduled the trial for 39-year-old Mark Alan Achterberg for October 1 through October 4. Achterberg is charged in…

A familiar name at Mizzou Athletics and in the Columbia community is returning here to become senior associate athletics director. He'll also oversee the Tiger Scholarship Fund.

Familiar name at Mizzou and in Columbia to oversee Tiger Scholarship Fund | 93.9 The Eagle Former Mizzou men’s basketball assistant coach Brad Loos is returning to Columbia to become Mizzou’s senior associate athletics director of development for the Tiger Scholarship Fund (TSF). Mizzou athletics director Laird Veatch made the announcement on Tuesday, saying Mr. Loos has a proven trac...

Boone County clerk Brianna Lennon discusses no-excuse absentee voting and Missouri's August primary on "Wake Up Mid-Missouri" | Boone County’s clerk is forecasting a 25 to 30 percent voter turnout for next Tuesday’s August primary election. County clerk Brianna Lennon joined us live this morning on 939 the Eagle's "Wake Up Mid-Missouri", telling listeners that no-excuse absentee voting has been very popular. Clerk Lennon says they're averaging about 150 voters a day at the Roger Wilson Boone County Government Center in downtown Columbia. Her office is open every day this week from 8 am until 5 pm, and will be open Saturday from 9 am until 1 pm. You can also cast a no-excuse absentee ballot Saturday from 10 am until 3 pm at the Southern Boone County Public Library in Ashland and at the Centralia Public library. Clerk Lennon reminds you to bring a photo ID to the polls, which can include a Missouri driver’s license, a US passport or a military ID. Clerk Lennon also says anyone with an illness or a physical disability can call her office at (573) 886-4375, and her office can arrange to have your ballot delivered by a bipartisan team of election judges:

Boone County clerk Brianna Lennon discusses no-excuse absentee voting and Missouri's August primary on "Wake Up Mid-Missouri" News, Analysis, Opinion

U.S. Rep. Mark Alford (R-Raymore) joins us live on "Wake Up Mid-Missouri" | U.S. Rep. Mark Alford (R-Raymore) in unopposed in next week's GOP primary as he seeks a second term on Capitol Hill. West-central Missouri's sprawling Fourth congressional district includes Columbia north of Broadway, Centralia, Hallsville, Sturgeon, Sedalia, Whiteman Air Force Base and Fort Leonard Wood. Two Democrats are seeking the seat: Jeanette Cass of Niangua and Mike McCaffree of Nevada. Congressman Alford will face the winner of August's Cass-McCaffree primary in November. Congressman Alford has endorsed Lieutenant Gov. Mike Kehoe in Missouri's August GOP gubernatorial primary, saying "Missouri needs Mike Kehoe." Congressman Alford describes Mr. Kehoe as a visionary job creator with the courage and conviction to get things done for Missourians. Congressman Alford joined us live on 939 the Eagle's "Wake Up Mid-Missouri", telling listeners that he respects Republican voters who support both Secretary of State Jay Ashcroft and State Sen. William Eigel (R-Weldon Spring). As for east-central Missouri's third congressional district, Congressman Alford tells listeners that he is NOT making an endorsement in that primary. Incumbent U.S. Rep. Blaine Luetkemeyer (R-St. Elizabeth) is retiring. Congressman Alford tells listeners that he's met personally with both former State Sens. Kurt Schaefer (R-Columbia) and Bob Onder (R-Lake St. Louis) and is impressed with both of them. Congressman Alford says he's introduced both Schaefer and Onder to House GOP leaders and describes the August GOP primary in the third as "a battle of ideas":

U.S. Rep. Mark Alford (R-Raymore) joins us live on "Wake Up Mid-Missouri" News, Analysis, Opinion

UPDATE: A Columbia man has been sentenced to life in prison for the death of a woman from a Highway 63 bridge near Bob Evans. 939 the Eagle's Brian Hauswirth reports the suspect's mother took the witness stand on Monday, asking for mercy from Judge Brouck Jacobs. She also blasted local news media coverage of her son's case and says he suffers from schizophrenia.

UPDATE: Columbia bridge murder suspect sentenced to life in prison; his mother pleads for mercy from judge | 93.9 The Eagle A Columbia man convicted of throwing a woman 38 feet to her death from the Highway 63 overpass near Clark lane’s Bob Evans has been sentenced to life in prison. 939 the Eagle News was at the Boone County Courthouse for Monday’s emotional sentencing hearing. There was tight security inside…

Columbia's new $6.5 million Ronald McDonald House is at busy South College and Stadium. They celebrated their grand opening this summer, and donations are still coming in. 939 the Eagle's Brian Hauswirth recently toured the brand-new building, and reports it's a state-of-the-art facility that is built to expand, if needed:

Donations are still coming in for Columbia's new Ronald McDonald House | 93.9 The Eagle Ronald McDonald House Charities of Mid-Missouri describes its new Ronald McDonald House on Columbia’s College Avenue as its forever home. The house’s grand opening took place this summer, after the successful completion of a $6.5 million capital campaign. Ronald McDonald House Charities (RMHC) o...

The American Red Cross continues to see a need for blood donations in mid-Missouri, especially type O blood. They're holding a blood drive today at their Red Cross blood donation center on Columbia's South Providence.

American Red Cross encouraging donors of all blood types to donate in Columbia | 93.9 The Eagle You have another opportunity this morning and afternoon to donate blood in Columbia. The American Red Cross’ central and northern Missouri chapter says donors of all blood types are encouraged to donate, especially those with type O blood and donors giving platelets. You can donate blood from 8:30...

State Sen. Tony Luetkemeyer (R-Parkville) discusses Missouri Amendment Four om "Wake Up Mid-Missouri" | Missourians in all 114 counties and in St. Louis city are casting ballots in the August primary election on Missouri constitutional amendment 4. If voters statewide approve Amendment 4, it would allow the Missouri Legislature to
increase minimum funding for the Kansas City Police Department. Missouri Senate Judiciary Committee chair Tony Luetkemeyer (R-Parkville), who represents 75,000 constituents in Kansas City, joined us live this morning on 939 the Eagle's "Wake Up Mid-Missouri." Senator Luetkemeyer tells listeners that he's been working on the measure since 2022, saying Kansas City tried to defund the KCPD in 2021 of about $42-million. Some Democratic state lawmakers say it wasn't a defunding but was rather a reallocation of the funding. Senator Luetkemeyer disagrees, telling listeners he doesn't want Kansas City to become another Seattle or Portland. He also says a vote for Amendment Four supports the men and women in blue. Kansas City Mayor Quinton Lucas (D) opposes Amendment four, saying KCPD's budget has increased since he became mayor. Missourians approved Amendment Four at the polls in 2022, but there was a legal challenge involving that measure's fiscal note. Senator Luetkemeyer tells listeners that all Missourians are impacted by this measure, noting Kansas City is Missouri's largest city. Passage requires a simple majority of voters statewide:

State Sen. Tony Luetkemeyer (R-Parkville) discusses Missouri Amendment Four om "Wake Up Mid-Missouri" News, Analysis, Opinion

A Columbia child molestation suspect is back in Boone County Circuit Court today. 939 the Eagle's Brian Hauswirth reports court documents allege one child, who was in kindergarten, was restrained with a chain by the 40-year-old suspect.

Columbia child molestation suspect back in court this afternoon | 93.9 The Eagle A Columbia man charged with five counts of child molestation and numerous other child s*x crimes is back in Boone County Circuit Court this afternoon. Boone County prosecutors have charged 40-year-old David Walter Nacarato with 13 felony counts, including five counts of child molestation and four co...

Columbia's city council gets its first look at city manager De'Carlon Seewood's proposed $588-million budget today at 2:30. The city council plans a work session at city hall. 939 the Eagle's Brian Hauswirth reports city employee pay and infrastructure projects like Forum Boulevard are key components in the proposed budget.

infrastructure and city employee pay are key themes in Columbia city manager's proposed bugdet; water rates would increase | 93.9 The Eagle Columbia’s city council will get its first look at city manager De’Carlon Seewood’s proposed $558-million budget this afternoon. The council plans a 2:30 work session at city hall. Mr. Seewood unveiled his proposed budget on Thursday and it includes a pay increase for Columbia’s approximatel...

The American Red Cross in central and northern Missouri continues to see a need for type O blood and all blood types. They're encouraging you to donate blood today in Columbia.

American Red Cross in Columbia still needs type O blood and donors giving platelets | 93.9 The Eagle You have another opportunity Monday to donate blood in Columbia. The American Red Cross’ central and northern Missouri chapter in Columbia says donors of all blood types are needed, especially those with type O blood and donors giving platelets. You can donate blood at the Red Cross’ Columbia bl...

UPDATE: A Columbia man with a lengthy criminal record will be sentenced tomorrow for the death of a woman in 2022. 33-year-old Jessie Williams has been convicted of second degree murder. Boone County prosecutors say the victim was thrown 38 feet to her death from the Highway 63 overpass near Columbia's Bob Evans.

UPDATE: Columbia bridge murder suspect to be sentenced on Monday | 93.9 The Eagle Sentencing is set for Monday afternoon for a Columbia man convicted of the gruesome murder of a woman thrown 38 feet to her death from a Highway 63 overpass near Clark lane’s Bob Evans. A Boone County jury deliberated for a few hours in May before convicting 33-year-old Jessie Williams…

United Community Cathedral Bishop Damian Dean appears on 939 the Eagle's "Wake Up Mid-Missouri" | United Community Builders is currently building a multi-million dollar community center in northeast Columbia called the Beacon of Light. It will be about 22,000 square feet, once it's completed. Bishop Damian Dean with United Community Cathedral joined host Fred Parry in-studio for the hour Saturday morning on 939 the Eagle's "CEO Roundtable." United Community Cathedral is building the community center near Towne drive in northeast Columbia's Whitegate neighborhood, which has high poverty. United Community Cathedral's website says the neighborhood "is known for its high crime and poverty rates and the low academic achievement of its kindergarten through 12th grade students." Bishop Dean grew up in north St. Louis and came to Columbia to attend college at Mizzou. United Community Cathedral is more than 50 years old. Bishop Dean tells listeners that the church aims to get people out of poverty and to help them find their purpose. He says the church wants to meet the needs of the community. Another priority for Bishop Dean involves respect: he tells listeners that the Columbia community must address the level of respect for authority. He says when you bring back respect, you bring back dignity. Bishop Dean emphasizes the importance of integrity, honesty and a work ethic. He also says it's important to take the church outside into the community. The Whitegate neighborhood has a lot of children. During a recent visit, Bishop Dean counted 42 children playing in the street. That's because there is no playground for about two miles. He says the Beacon of Light Community Center that's about to become a reality will improve safety and benefit the entire town. Central Bank, Shelter Insurance, Columbia Insurance Group, former Mizzou football coach Gary Pinkel's GP MADE Foundation and former Mizzou basketball star Laurence Bowers and his family are just a few of the many people and companies who have donated to the project. United Community Cathedral is still accepting donations:

United Community Cathedral Bishop Damian Dean appears on 939 the Eagle's "Wake Up Mid-Missouri" News, Analysis, Opinion

In Their Own Words: here do each of the three GOP frontrunners for Governor stand on charter schools? (episode 4/7) | Zimmer News Network's Don Louzader sat down with each of the three GOP frontrunners for Governor to ask them about their stances on influential topics in our state's government. In this episode, the candidates were asked about their stances on school choice, and if they would have voted to allow charter schools in Missouri's Boone County.

In Their Own Words: here do each of the three GOP frontrunners for Governor stand on charter schools? (episode 4/7) The Zimmer News Network provides joint coverage of multiple news stations across the state to bring you the news, analysis, and opinion that matters most.

Did you know that all year long, McDonald’s donates one penny from every pound of fries to Ronald McDonald House Charities of Mid-Missouri? So, enjoy those World-Famous Fries and smile knowing that your purchase is helping local families!

In Their Own Words: here do each of the three GOP frontrunners for Governor stand on Initiative Petition Reform? (episode 3/7)

Zimmer News Network's Don Louzader sat down with each of the three GOP frontrunners for Governor to ask them about their stances on influential topics in our state's government. In this episode, the candidates were asked about how they would unite the party to get IP Reform passed next session.

In Their Own Words: here do each of the three GOP frontrunners for Governor stand on Initiative Petition Reform? (episode 3/7) The Zimmer News Network provides joint coverage of multiple news stations across the state to bring you the news, analysis, and opinion that matters most.

State Rep. Adam Schwadron (R-St. Charles) appears on "Wake Up Mid-Missouri" | State Rep. Adam Schwadron (R-St. Charles) is one of eight candidates seeking Missouri's GOP nomination for secretary of state. Incumbent Jay Ashcroft (R) is running for governor. Four of the primary candidates are current lawmakers, including Schwadron. He joined us live on 939 the Eagle's "Wake Up Mid-Missouri", and tells listeners he's been pounding the pavement on the campaign. Representative Schwadron was in southwest Missouri's McDonald County on Thursday and is in Greene County today. He is advocating for a ballot measure that would change one word in the Missouri Constitution. Representative Schwadron tells listeners that some non-citizens have been registered to vote, including through the federal Motor Voter bill. It's officially known as the National Voter Registration Act of 1993 and was signed into law by then-President Bill Clinton (D). Missouri House Republicans have been advocating for legislation asking voters to ban non-citizens from voting, but Democrats like former State Rep. Chris Kelly (D-Columbia) say the law already prohibits this. Former Representative Kelly notes the Missouri Constitution says voters must be citizens. But Representative Schwadron says it reads that all citizens are eligible to vote. He wants that changed to read that only citizens are eligible to vote. He wants to change the word "all" to "only" and is optimistic you'll be voting on the ballot measure in November across Missouri:

State Rep. Adam Schwadron (R-St. Charles) appears on "Wake Up Mid-Missouri" News, Analysis, Opinion

Boone County residents can cast a no-excuse absentee ballot for the August primary tomorrow at Columbia Mall. 939 the Eagle's Brian Hauswirth reports you'll also have an opportunity Sunday at Douglass high school. Do you plan to vote this weekend?

Boone County residents have two opportunities for no-excuse absentee voting this weekend | 93.9 The Eagle Boone County’s clerk says no-excuse absentee voting for the August primary election will take place Saturday from 11 am to 4 pm at Columbia Mall and on Sunday from 11-4 at Douglass high school. Boone County clerk Brianna Lennon reminds you to bring your photo ID, which can include a Missouri…