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The “Missouri Times” publisher has purchased the Jefferson City “News-Tribune", the "Fulton Sun" and the "California Democrat." Faughn Media made the announcement during a Monday news conference in Jefferson City. Scott Faughn joined hosts Randy Tobler and Stephanie Bell live this morning on 939 the Eagle's "Wake Up Missouri". Mr. Faughn tells listeners that the three newspapers have a good subscriber base and that continuity is important. He says he loves newspapers and is a consumer of them and that owning newspapers is good business. Mr. Faughn also pledges to continue publishing the three newspapers in central Missouri. He also addressed Monday's article in the "Missouri Independent" which outlines Faughn's past. Mr. Faughn tells listeners that the article is a "hit piece" and says progressive reporters hate him, even though he says he treats legislative Democrats fairly. He says Democrats are also frequently on his "This Week in Missouri Politics." Mr. Faughn also reacted to the current publisher's comments that the three newspapers haven't been profitable:

The “Missouri Times” publisher has purchased the Jefferson City “News-Tribune" the "Fulton Sun" and the "California Democrat." Faughn Media made the announcement during a Monday news conference in Jefferson City. Scott Faughn joined hosts Randy Tobler and Stephanie Bell live this morning on 939 the Eagle's "Wake Up Missouri". Mr. Faughn tells listeners that the three newspapers have a good subscriber base and that continuity is important. He says he loves newspapers and is a consumer of them and that owning newspapers is good business. Mr. Faughn also pledges to continue publishing the three newspapers in central Missouri. He also addressed Monday's article in tjhe "Missouri Independent" which outlines Faughn's past. Mr. Faughn tells listeners that the article is a "hit piece" and says progressive reporters hate him, even though he treats legislative Democrats fairly:

A company headquartered in mid-Missouri's Holts Summit has been named by Inc. Magazine as one of the fastest-growing privately held companies in the nation for nine straight years. The company is PFS Brands, the parent company of Champs Chicken, Hangar 54 Pizza and Cooper's Express. Company founder and chief executive officer Shawn Burcham joined host Fred Parry in-studio for the hour Saturday morning on 939 the Eagle's “CEO Roundtable.” The company credits its rapid growth to a company culture that thrives on making retailers successful. Mr. Burcham tells listeners that his company has a concept that can grow across the country. He credits hiring great people for the company's success, emphasizing the importance of integrity. “We service 42, 43 states now. The only states we're not in is the far northeast sector and Hawaii,” Burcham says. He notes the company's humble beginnings, noting Champs Chicken started selling chicken breading out of a garage in southwest Missouri's Willard. Mr. Burcham says Champs Chicken now sells in about 400 locations. While Burcham was born in Columbia, he grew up in southeast Missouri's Farmington. He describes Farmington as a great town and a great place to grow up. He earned his college degree from Southwest Missouri State (now Missouri State University) in Springfield. Mr. Burcham got his start in the food business as an intern at Mid-America Dairymen in Springfield, now known as Dairy Farmers of America:

Daily nonstop flights from Columbia Regional Airport (COU) to Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) have been discussed for years, and they'll finally happen in early June. Columbia Mayor Barbara Buffaloe and Boone County Presiding Commissioner Kip Kendrick made the recent announcement. Commissioner Kendrick joined hosts Randy Tobler and Stephanie Bell live this morning on 939 the Eagle's "Wake Up Missouri." Commissioner Kendrick praises the new Charlotte flights, noting they've been discussed for about a decade. He tells listeners that 2025 has been a big year at the airport, with THREE big events this fall alone. United resumed service at COU in September with daily flights to Denver and to Chicago, and Allegiant announced plans in November to fly nonstop to Orlando and to Destin, Florida. The Charlotte flights were announced on Thursday. Commissioner Kendrick also discussed a planned January open house for the Boone County Regional Training Center:

Columbia-based Impact Support Services describes itself as a leading provider for residents with disabilities in Boone County. They strive to be the best provider in all services offered. Impact Support Services says studies show that workers who have disabilities are more likely to stay in jobs longer, reducing high turnover costs. Impact Support Services executive director Don Lafferty joined host Fred Parry in-studio for the hour Saturday morning on 939 the Eagle's “CEO Roundtable” program. Mr. Lafferty grew up in northwest Missouri's Trenton, a town of about 5,600 in Grundy County. He earned a degree from what was then called Central Missouri State in Warrensburg. Impact Support Services used to be called Alternative Community Training. Mr. Lafferty started with the organization in 1992, working as a direct support professional (DSP). He says Impact Support Services has a staff of about 250 employees, noting about 200 of them are direct support professionals:

Congressional Democrats want to extend Affordable Care Act (ACA) subsidies for health insurance to help Americans pay for their health insurance. U.S. Rep. Eric Burlison (R-Springfield) opposes extending those subsidies. He and other Republicans say those benefit big insurance companies. The Ozarks congressman appeared live this morning on 939 the Eagle's "Wake Up Missouri" and tells hosts Dr. Randy Tobler and Stephanie Bell that the only way to reform health care is through reconciliation. Congressman Burlison also tells listeners that he's working on his own health care bill and is calling for no taxes on healthy groceries:

939 the Eagle and Zimmer's Newsradio 950 KWOS will carry President Donald Trumps's live address to the nation tonight from the White House. The president will speak at 8 pm central time. White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt tells Fox News that President Trump will discuss what she calls his historic accomplishments and also plans to discuss policy for 2026. U.S. Rep. Bob Onder (R), who represents Columbia, Jefferson City, Boonville and Fulton on Capitol Hill, joined 939 the Eagle's Randy Tobler and Stephanie Bell live on "Wake Up Missouri." Congressman Onder downplays Democratic election wins in New Jersey and Virginia and says the key for Republicans is getting more of the base to the polls. He says Republicans have always turned out in huge numbers when Donald Trump is on the ballot and says it's critical those voters get to the polls in midterm elections like 2026, when President Trump is not on the ballot:

A freshman Missouri House member from fast-growing St. Charles County has pre-filed 2026 legislation involving state regulation of AI. State Rep. Scott Miller (R-St. Charles) joined Stephanie Bell and guest co-host Jennifer Bukowsky live this morning on 939 the Eagle's "Wake Up Missouri":

Missouri's 2026 legislative session begins on Wednesday January 7 in Jefferson City. State Rep. John Martin, who serves on the House Elementary and Secondary Education Committee, appeared live on 939 the Eagle's "Wake Up Missouri":

About 25 people turned out on a cold December night for Wednesday's Zimmer/939 the Eagle town hall on AI. Missouri Senate President Pro Tem Cindy O'Laughlin (R-Shelbina) and Missouri Office of Administration director of AI and Innovation Tim Marczewski were panelists during the town meeting at Zimmer. The controversial issue of data centers has divided residents in mid-Missouri's Montgomery county and brought hundreds of people to a packed town meeting this week in Montgomery County. “Wake Up Missouri” hosts Randy Tobler and Stephanie Bell hosted the town hall, which was produced by 939 the Eagle program director Peter Thiele:

U.S. Sen. Eric Schmitt (R) does not believe Republicans will vote to extend Affordable Care Act subsidies that are scheduled to expire. Senator Schmitt joined hosts Randy Tobler and Stephanie Bell live on "Wake Up Missouri", blasting the impact from the ACA, which is also called Obamacare. Supporters of the subsidies say millions of Americans will lose their health coverage. Senator Schmitt also addressed the congressional map issue in Missouri, saying legislative Republicans should have drawn a 7-1 map to begin with. He's also calling for expanding the college football playoff system from 12 teams to 16 or 24:

Columbia's Center for Urban Agriculture (CCUA) is a nonprofit organization that aims to connect people to food, agriculture, farms and gardens. CCUA executive director Billy Polansky joined host Fred Parry in-studio for the hour Saturday morning on 939 the Eagle's “CEO Roundtable.” CCUA houses the popular Columbia Farmers' Market building, which holds 100 vendors. Mr. Polansky updated listeners on construction projects at the Agriculture Park, saying the welcome center is expected to open in April. The food grown at the CCUA is donated to the Food Bank for Central and Northeast Missouri. CCUA donates about 50,000 pounds of fresh, nutritious produce each year. Mr. Polansky discussed their numerous gardens as well, including the popular garden at Columbia's Kilgore's pharmacy. They also discussed the Food Forest at the park, which is part forest and part fruit orchard. Mr. Polansky also updated listeners on Columbia's Henry Kirklin home:

Mid-Missouri motorists and residents have already had two days of winter weather: Saturday and then again Monday and Monday night. There were lots of slide-offs on I-70 Saturday in mid-Missouri and a tractor trailer overturned on I-70 east of Kingdom City. Monday presented numerous challenges for motorists: there were a few hundred crashes across mid-Missouri, and Missouri state troopers rescued 166 stranded motorists in mid-Missouri on Monday. Tony Lupo joined Randy Tobler and Stephanie Bell live on 939 the Eagle's "Wake Up Missouri" and says temperatures tonight in Columbia will be in the low teens. Many of you will be heading to the Magic Tree in Columbia and will need to bundle up:

Missouri's 2026 legislative session begins five weeks from today in Jefferson City. Veteran State Rep. Rudy Veit (R-Wardsville), a senior member of the Missouri House, previewed the session during a live interview on 939 the Eagle's "Wake Up Missouri." Representative Veit tells listeners he's working to finalize language on his presidential primary bill. The Wardsville Republican doesn't like the presidential caucus system and wants you to be able to cast a vote for President in a primary:

A recent federal and state warrant sweep in the Columbia area called "Operation Brightside" is praised by Columbia Police Chief Jill Schlude. The sweep resulted in 19 federal indictments and 32 felony arrests. U.S. Attorney Matthew Price has helped form a Violent Crime Abatement Team (VCAT) in response to ongoing violence and gun crimes. Chief Schlude joined us live on 939 the Eagle's "Wake Up Missouri", telling listeners that this is the first time the Columbia area has had one of these teams since the Second Amendment Preservation Act (SAPA) took effect. US Attorney Price says the team works to identify local violent offenders and determine which cases are appropriate for federal prosecution. Chief Schlude also addressed retention and the aging police department building during the interview:

The Columbia Orthopaedic Group (COG) has grown a lot from its humble beginnings in a small house on Broadway in 1965. It is now located 60 years later in an 80,000 square feet facility on Keene. COG surgeon and vice president Dr. Shawn Sahota joined host Fred Parry in-studio for the hour Saturday morning on 939 the Eagle's “CEO Roundtable.” Dr. Sahota emphasizes that the needs of the patient come first at Columbia Orthopaedic Group. COG has specialized physicians and staff dedicated to the diagnosis, treatment, rehabilitation and prevention of injuries and diseases of the muscles, bones, joints and soft tissue. Dr. Sahota tells listeners that COG has 28 orthopedic surgeons, ten anesthesia providers, three pain management physicians and 15 athletic trainers. Host Fred Parry describes Dr. Sahota as a “hometown boy.” While Shawn was born in North Carolina, he grew up in Columbia and graduated from Rock Bridge high school and from Mizzou with a degree in biology. He went to the Mayo Clinic for Medical School and did five years at Northwestern in Chicago. Mr. Parry and Dr. Sahota also discuss COG's relationship with Boone Hospital, the sports medicine field and the surge in pickleball in Columbia

Columbia businessman Greg Logsdon is a member of the Missouri Sports Hall of Fame for his work with basketball and softball. He's also written a new book called "It ain't about the money" which focuses on purpose and impact. Mr. Logsdon grew up in northeast Missouri's Canton and set several basketball scoring records at Highland high school. He joined hosts Dr. Randy Tobler and Stephanie Bell live in-studio on 939 the Eagle's "Wake Up Missouri":

Columbia businessman Greg Logsdon is a member of the Missouri Sports Hall of Fame for his work with basketball and softball. He's also written a new book called "It ain't about the money" which focuses on purpose and impact. Mr. Logsdon grew up in northeast Missouri's Canton and set several basketball scoring records at Highland high school. He joined hosts Dr. Randy Tobler and Stephanie Bell live in-studio on 939 the Eagle's "Wake Up Missouri":

A co-founder of a Columbia-based organization that serves pregnant women and new mothers in need describes itself as a “maternity home on steroids.” St. Raymond's Society co-founders Mike Hentges and Steve Smith joined host Fred Parry in-studio Saturday morning on 939 the Eagle's “CEO Roundtable”, along with Super Start preschool director Abby Skiles. Their facility is at the former Ronald McDonald House near Keene in Columbia. Abby Skiles, who grew up in Festus, runs the preschool and says they partner with parents. Abby provided listeners with a virtual tour during the interview, saying Super Start preschool has eight classrooms: an infant and toddler side and a side for two-year-olds and preschool children. Mike Hentges grew up in Jefferson City and graduated from the University of Missouri. He worked in the lawn and landscaping business in the Columbia area for 25 years before he co-founded the St. Raymond's Society. Steve Smith grew up in Rolla and spent 43 years in the insurance business before co-founding the organization. All three guests also spoke about what the future holds for their organization:

The founder of new Columbia start-up company Be There Immersive came to Columbia in 1992 to work for Datastorm Technologies on Lemone Industrial drive. Businessman Eric Margheim joined host Fred Parry in-studio for the hour Saturday morning on 939 the Eagle's “CEO Roundtable” to discuss Be There Immersive, which uses virtual reality as a storytelling device. Mr. Margheim grew up in rural Illinois in a farming community near the Wisconsin border. He discussed the innovation behind his company and Columbia's entrepreneurial environment during the interview. Mr. Margheim also offers advice to other entrepreneurs. Fred and Eric and discussed how big Datastorm was at one time:

Missouri Auditor Scott Fitzpatrick held a kickoff for his re-election campaign this week in southwest Missouri's Cassville. He was joined by U.S. Rep. Eric Burlison (R-Springfield) and others. Auditor Fitzpatrick joined hosts Randy Tobler and Stephanie Bell live on 939 the Eagle's "Wake Up Missouri." They discussed the race and several other issues. One of them is a new report from Auditor Fitzpatrick that says Missouri has an overburdened system for refunding sales tax overpayments:

A veteran Missouri lawmaker will be in his eighth and final year in the Missouri House in January. State Rep. Dave Griffith (R-Jefferson City) joined hosts Randy Tobler and Stephanie Bell live this morning on 939 the Eagle's "Wake Up Missouri," Rep. Griffith is a longtime Missouri House Veterans Committee chair and tells listeners that he'll be focusing on bills that he hasn't been able to pass in seven previous years. The big one is his 100 percent disabled veteran bill, which is bipartisan. He's hopeful it can get across the finish line in 2026:

939 the Eagle's Mike Murphy of Comobuz reports a major investor fight is impacting Columbia-based EquipmentShare. Murphy reports a former board member is suing, claiming that the Schlacks family made insider deals and pushed him out to keep him quiet. Murphy quotes EquipmentShare as calling the claims bogus. Mike Murphy joined host Fred Parry in-studio Saturday morning on 939 the Eagle's "CEO Roundtable" to discuss the lawsuit and numerous other issues. Mike Murphy tells listeners that court documents reveal a lot of details in this case. Mike also discussed a lawsuit filed in Jefferson City by hotel owners over the seven percent lodging tax:

Missouri Governor Mike Kehoe praises the application the Show-Me State has submitted involving rural health care funding. Governor Kehoe joined hosts Randy and Sammie Tobler live on 939 the Eagle's "Wake Up Missouri", telling listeners it's a huge and detailed application. He praises the state Department of Social Services (DSS) and state Department of Health and Senior Services (DHSS) for their work on the application. Governor Kehoe says legislation signed by President Trump provides money for rural health care, under what the President calls the "big, beautiful bill." Governor Kehoe says 99 of Missouri's 114 counties are considered rural. The governor also blasted Democrats over the federal government shutdown, saying Democrats insist on providing health care for illegal immigrants:

A GOP congressman who represents southwest Missouri's Ozarks is blasting Democrats over the federal government shutdown. U.S. Rep. Eric Burlison (R-Springfield) says Democrats passed this budget 13 times but are now blocking it to create pain and also try to change the U.S. tax code. Congressman Burlison joined Stephanie Bell and guest co-host Peter Thiele on 939 the Eagle's "Wake Up Missouri". He says negotiations with congressional Democrats are nearly impossible. He also praises U.S. Sen. John Fetterman (D-Pennsylvania). Congressman Burlison also represents Branson and Joplin on Capitol Hill:

Job Point in Columbia was founded 60 years in 1965 by the Cosmopolitan Club. It started by helping people with disabilities and began as Advent Enterprises. Job Point president John Scalise joined Fred Parry in-studio for 939 the Eagle's "CEO Roundtable." Job Point aims to become Boone County's first public charter school. Mr. Scalise discussed that and Job Point's history on the Roundtable. John is a Columbia native who was born at Boone Hospital and graduated from Hickman high school. He's worked at places like Lily Pad Laundry, ShowBiz Pizza, Nowell's, Gerbes, MUPC and the Holidome. He's excited about the planned charter school:

Today is day number 29 in the federal government shutdown and there is no indication of any deal. U.S. House Majority Whip Tom Emmer (R-Minnesota) and U.S. Rep, Mark Alford (R-Raymore) joined hosts Randy Tobler and Jennifer Bukowsky live on 939 the Eagle's "Wake Up Missouri", and they are frustrated. Whip Emmer tells listeners that no one wins in any federal government shutdown, and he's worried about those on food stamps. Congressman Alford, who represents Columbia, Hallsville and Centralia on Capitol Hill, blasts U.S. Sen. Chuck Schumer (D-New York), saying the Senate Minority Leader is "pouring gasoline on America." Congressman Alford is blaming Democrats for the shutdown:

Jefferson City residents will head to the polls on November 4 to cast ballots on a lodging tax that is aimed at getting a conference center. Mayor Ron Fitzwater supports the lodging tax measure and a conference center, saying there are more than 100 associations in Jefferson City and that some of them can't hold their meetings in the Capital City because there isn't enough space. He also is ecstatic about the new Olive Garden coming to Jefferson City:

Missouri's senior senator, U.S. Sen. Josh Hawley (R), has blasted Missouri Senate President Pro Tem Cindy O'Laughlin (R-Shelbina) on data centers and $20,000 in donations from Ameren. Senator Hawley also has said Senator O'Laughlin wants him to stop asking questions about data centers. Senator O'Laughlin joined Randy Tobler and guest co-host Heather Overstreet live on 939 the Eagle's "Wake Up Missouri." Senator O'Laughlin says she and Senator Hawley agrees on most issues, but not this one. She also tells listeners that she and other senators have addressed Senator Hawley's concerns about utility rates and data centers with Senate Bill 4. She also says it's a complicated issue:

Historic William Woods University in mid-Missouri's Fulton has an acting president. Former UPS executive Romaine Seguin worked at UPS for 38 years before retiring in 2021. She graduated from what was then William Woods College, earning a full scholarship and pitching on the softball team. The acting president joined host Fred Parry in-studio for the hour Saturday morning on 939 the Eagle's “CEO Roundtable” to discuss her role and her priorities. Romaine Seguin grew up in St. Louis and graduated from Hazelwood East high school in Florissant. After graduating from William Woods, she started at UPS unloading trucks at 3:30 in the morning and loved that job. She worked her way up in management at UPS, moving nine times and doing two stints in Europe. She praises the institution and the outstanding education students receive at William Woods:

Missouri's senior senator, U.S. Sen. Josh Hawley (R) is blasting Missouri Senate President Pro Tem Cindy O'Laughlin (R-Shelbina), saying she supports the controversial Grain Belt project and has taken $20,000 from Ameren in two years. Senator Hawley also alleges she told him to stop asking questions about data centers. "Missouri Times" publisher Scott Faughn joined hosts Randy Tobler and Jennifer Bukowsky live on 939 the Eagle's "Wake Up Missouri". Scott discussed the dispute between the two powerful Republicans and says data centers would be good for rural Missouri school districts:

American Outdoor Brands, Kraft Heinz and EquipmentShare are just of the few of the companies that have utilized Chapter 100 bonds in Columbia/Boone County for major job projects over the years. Columbia Regional Economic Development Incorporated (REDI) president Paul Eisenstein joined host Fred Parry in-studio Saturday morning on 939 the Eagle's "CEO Roundtable" program. Mr. Eisenstein tells listeners that there's been $750-million in new investment in Columbia/Boone County in the past 20 years, thanks to Chapter 100. Mr. Eisenstein also discussed air service at Columbia Regional Airport during the one-hour interview, including the return of United Airlines to COU and the popular daily Denver flight. Paul grew up in the St. Louis area and earned degrees from both St. Louis University and Washington University. He worked for the state Department of Economic Development (DED) in Jefferson City for about eight years before taking the REDI job seven months ago:

Today is the 25th anniversary of the deadly plane crash that killed then-Missouri Governor Mel Carnahan, his son Randy and aide Chris Sifford, a former reporter. Governor Carnahan served as governor from 1993 to 2000 and was running in 2000 in a high-profile U.S. Senate race against GOP incumbent John Ashcroft. Governor Carnahan's plane crashed near Goldman Missouri in rainy weather while heading to southeast Missouri's New Madrid County on a campaign stop. Governor Carnahan died on a Monday. 939 the Eagle's Brian Hauswirth and John Marsh joined hosts Randy Tobler and Stephanie Bell live this morning to reflect on that night and week. Brian reports then-Vice President Al Gore was in Jefferson City the next morning to comfort Governor Carnahan's widow, Jean. Brian also reports just a few days later, Governor Carnahan received a state funeral on the Missouri Capitol lawn. Then-President Bill Clinton, then-Vice President Gore and numerous politicians in both parties attended:

Veteran U.S. Rep. Emanuel Cleaver (D-Kansas City) blasts Republicans over the federal government shutdown, saying House Republicans are currently taking what he calls a four-week vacation. Congressman Cleaver has returned to Washington. U.S. Rep. Bob Onder (R), who represents Columbia, Jefferson City, Fulton, Boonville and Ashland on Capitol Hill, sees it differently. Congressman Onder was live this morning on 939 the Eagle's "Wake Up Missouri", telling listeners that this is the "Schumer Shutdown." Congressman Onder also says that as the shutdown continues, Missouri families are losing jobs and paychecks and that 8,200 Social Security checks are delayed each week. Congressman Onder says Senate Democrats could end the shutdown today and says Democrats chose to shut the government down to appease what Onder describes as their left-wing base;

Historic Columbia College has launched an initiative to support military students during the federal government shutdown. Columbia College has unveiled a new program called “You Stand for Us, We Stand by You”, which will temporarily cover tuition assistance for all affected military students during the funding lapse. Columbia College president Dr. David Russell says the school has been proud to serve those who serve our nation for more than 50 years. Columbia College senior vice president Dr. Sandy Hamar joined hosts Randy Tobler and Stephanie Bell live this morning on 939 the Eagle's "Wake Up Missouri":

"Missouri Times" publisher Scott Faughn expects that you'll be voting on the issue of new congressional maps next year. Mr. Faughn joined us live on 939 the Eagle's "Wake Up Missouri" and expects it to be on the ballot next year. Mr. Faughn joined hosts Randy Tobler and Stephanie Bell and also asks whether President Trump will travel to Missouri regarding that ballot measure:

You noticed another visible law enforcement presence in downtown Columbia this weekend. It's the second straight weekend of additional law enforcement downtown, following late September's deadly triple shooting that killed a Stephens College senior nursing student. City manager De'Carlon Seewood discussed downtown safety and crime in-studio with host Fred Parry Saturday morning on 939 the Eagle's “CEO Roundtable.” They also discussed the Columbia Chamber's recent leadership visit to Columbia South Carolina, which Mayor Barbara Buffaloe and Mr. Seewood attended. Downtown safety and crime were key issues discussed on the trip. “It kind of reinforced that a lot of things that we're dealing with, they have been dealing with. And they're probably two or three years ahead of us. But it's lessons learned and you can see some of the things that they've done that worked and some of the things they've done that didn't work,” Mr. Seewood tells listeners. He and Fred Parry also discussed the horrific 2019 murder of a USC student in South Carolina who was kidnapped and stabbed more than 100 times and killed after she thought she was getting into her Uber. They also discussed Columbia recycling and the new budget:

You'll see an increased law enforcement presence again in downtown Columbia tonight and Saturday evening. Last weekend on both nights there was a total of 27 law enforcement officers from CPD, the Boone County Sheriff's Department, MUPD and the Missouri State Highway Patrol. They made a total of 202 traffic stops during those two evenings. Downtown banker Jim Yankee of Flat Branch Home Loans appeared live this morning on 939 the Eagle's "Wake Up Missouri". He tells hosts Randy Tobler and Stephanie Bell that homeless residents are harassing bank employees downtown and defecate on bank property. Mr. Yankee is also frustrated that First Ward Councilwoman Carroll did not join UM System President Dr. Mun Choi for last weekend's walk downtown:

U.S. Sen. Eric Schmitt (R-Missouri) is frustrated by the federal government shutdown. Senator Schmitt discussed the issue during a live interview on "Wake Up Missouri" with hosts Randy Tobler and Jennifer Bukowsky. Senator Schmitt tells listeners that Republicans want to fund the federal government at current levels while the two sides work on appropriations. He blames Democrats for the shutdown, saying they want to be part of the "resistance" against President Trump:

Missouri Governor Mike Kehoe (R) has signed legislation into law creating new congressional maps and tells reporters that he's optimistic the bill will be upheld by the courts. Three lawsuits have been filed against the new map. "Missouri Times" publisher Scott Faughn was live on 939 the Eagle's "Wake Up Missouri", telling hosts Peter Thiele and Jennifer Bukowsky that the entire process was shoddy and that it was pushed by Washington people:

Last weekend's deadly triple shooting in downtown Columbia and UM System President Dr. Mun Choi's Monday press conference on downtown crime have dominated news headlines in mid-Missouri since the shooting. Networks of Mid-Missouri general manager Curtis Varns joined host Fred Parry in-studio for the hour on 939 the Eagle's “CEO Roundtable” on Saturday. One of the main topics was Channel 17's coverage of the deadly shooting and what has happened since. Mr. Varns notes the murder victim, Stephens College senior nursing student Aiyanna Williams, was well-known in the community. Curtis notes ABC-17 interviewed her three years ago at Battle's graduation. Mr. Varns also says President Choi's press conference on crime generated major headlines. President Choi says crime downtown is at a crisis point. CPD is temporarily reassigning a patrol sergeant to focus full-time on overnight downtown operations. Police chief Jill Schlude says that on most Friday and Saturday nights, nearly half of CPD's on-duty officers are reallocated downtown. Chief Schlude says CPD plans to reestablish a dedicated downtown unit in the summer of 2026. The chief says the deadly triple shooting marks the fourth, fifth and sixth uninvolved bystanders struck by gunfire downtown since March 2024. She also says violent crime is disproportionately higher downtown compared to previous years. Host Parry and Mr. Varns discussed that in-detail. Curtis Varns grew up in rural western Missouri's Drexel, a town of about 950 residents. He graduated from the University of Missouri School of Journalism and was hired as KMIZ assignment editor in 1995 by then-news director Teresa Snow. KMIZ will celebrate its 54th anniversary in December: it went on-air in 1971. KQFX, MeTV and KZOU are also part of the Networks of Mid-Missouri. Mr. Varns also discussed KMIZ's coverage of Mizzou Sports and the Kansas City Chiefs, and discussed his relationship with the Columbia Area Career Center:

An Ozarks GOP congressman who represents southwest Missouri is blasting Democrats over the federal government shutdown. U.S. Rep. Eric Burlison (R-Springfield), who represents Springfield, Branson and Joplin on Capitol Hill, says the shutdown is due to Democrats' refusal to negotiate responsibly, Congressman Burlison joined hosts Randy Tobler and Stephanie Bell live on 939 the Eagle's "Wake Up Missouri", saying that his congressional offices in Washington, Springfield and Joplin are remaining open to assist constituents with questions or help with federal agencies. Congressman Burlison also discussed manufacturing in his district:

The federal government is currently in a partial shutdown after the midnight funding deadline passed with Democrats and Republicans unable to come to an agreement on a funding bill. Both sides blames the other. U.S. Rep. Mark Alford (R-Raymore), who represents Columbia, Hallsville, Centralia and Sturgeon on Capitol Hill, joined hosts Randy Tobler and Stephanie Bell live this morning on 939 the Eagle's "Wake Up Missouri." Congressman Alford blames U.S. Sen. Minority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-New York) and other Democrats, saying congressional Democrats are holding Americans hostage. Congressman Alford also discussed rural health care and rural hospitals during the live interview. He's currently visiting the 18 rural hospitals in his district, adding that they must be protected:

Vice President J.D. Vance says the federal government is likely heading into a shutdown. Vice President Vance says "Democrats won't do the right thing." U.S. Rep. Bob Onder (R), who represents Columbia, Jefferson City, Boonville and Fulton on Capitol Hill, joined hosts Randy Tobler and Stephanie Bell live on 939 the Eagle's "Wake Up Missouri":

The president of Columbia's historic Stephens College describes a nursing student who was killed in this weekend's shooting downtown as a “shining Stephens woman whose kindness, drive and joy inspired everyone who knew her.” Stephens College hosted a gathering Sunday evening to mourn the loss of nursing student Aiyanna Williams, who was killed in Saturday's early-morning shooting downtown. Williams, a Columbia Battle high school graduate, earned the Muriel Battle scholarship and a scholarship from the Day Dreams Foundation, which supported her passion for ballet. The longtime UM System president describes this weekend's deadly shooting downtown as another example of what he calls the rampant crime problem we are seeing on a daily basis. Fifth Ward Columbia Councilman Donald Waterman joined hosts Randy Tobler and Stephanie Bell live on 939 the Eagle's "Wake Up Missouri.":

Columbia pastor Christopher Kurtz is a local pastor at Anthem church on Paris road. He also is an entrepreneur and an innovator who is involved with what is known as the Pillar Project. Pastor Kurtz joined host Fred Parry in-studio for the hour Saturday morning on 939 the Eagle's “CEO Roundtable” program. Pastor Kurtz works with many college students in the Columbia area and tells listeners that there is a growing hunger now for college students and others to attend church. He says some are attending church for the first time ever, while others are attending for the first time in 30 years. Pastor Kurtz grew up in rural northwest Missouri's Trenton, a town of about 5,600 in Grundy County. Trenton is best known for its Main Street and for excellent hunting/fishing in the area. Most of Pastor Kurtz's family live in northwest Missouri's Jamesport, and many are Amish. He emphasizes the importance of education, noting his parents only finished eighth grade. He and host Parry also discussed details about the Pillar project, the topic of school choice and his life as a father:

A few hundred people turned out for last week's candlelight vigil outside the Missouri Capitol in Jefferson City to remember Charlie Kirk. The founder of Turning Point USA was shot and killed this month during a campus event at Utah Valley University. State Farm Stadium in Arizona was packed with tens of thousands of people for Mr. Kirk's Sunday memorial service. President Donald Trump, Vice President JD Vance and other dignitaries attended Sunday's memorial service in Arizona. Former State Rep. Sara Walsh (R-Ashland) attended as well. She joined hosts Randy Tobler and Jennifer Bukowsky live on 939 the Eagle's "Wake Up Missouri":

"Missouri Times" publisher Scott Faughn says that, to the best of his knowledge, Governor Mike Kehoe has not signed special session bills on congressional redistricting and on initiative petition changes. Mr. Faughn joined hosts Randy Tobler and Stephanie Bell live on 939 the Eagle's "Wake Up Missouri", telling listeners that the entire process on redistricting was handled poorly. Mr. Faughn predicts Governor Kehoe will sign the new maps but expects the issue to be challenged in the courts. Mr. Faughn also addressed the issue of the border truce with Kansas, saying there was never really a truce:

Former Mizzou quarterback Alex Demczak of Columbia is a best-selling author and speaker. He's the co-author of a book called “The Sale” with Jon Gordon. Mr. Demczak joined host Fred Parry in-studio for the hour Saturday morning on 939 the Eagle's “CEO Roundtable” program. Mr. Demczak tells listeners that the book is about leading with integrity. He grew up in Illinois and walked-on at Mizzou, where he played for then-Coach Gary Pinkel for four years. Mr. Demczak describes that time as an amazing experience. He and host Parry also discussed communication tips and strategies and talked about Alex's speaker school as well. Mr. Demczak graduated from Mizzou with a degree in communication and a minor in business:

Monday marks the end of a 16-year era in the Columbia area for the Central Missouri Honor Flight (CMHF). Their final flight to Washington leaves Lambert Field in St. Louis early Monday morning. The CMHF has flown about 5,500 veterans to Washington in 16 years to reflect at their memorials. The first flight was in 2009. Central Missouri Honor Flight director Steve Paulsell joined Fred Parry in-studio Saturday morning on 939 the Eagle's “CEO Roundtable.” Mr. Paulsell tells listeners that this is sad. He also tells listeners that the CMHF had many veterans and little money in 2009. “Now we find ourselves 16 years later where we've got money but we don't have veterans. We normally take anywhere from 75 to 95 veterans on a flight and I haven't been able to do that. In fact this flight's not totally full,” Mr. Paulsell tells listeners. There will be about 120 people on Monday's charter flight from St. Louis Lambert. They'll leave Columbia's Courtyard by Marriot at 1:15 on Monday morning and will bus to Lambert. Mr. Paulsell says 74 are Vietnam-era veterans, one is a Korean War veteran and the rest of caregivers and staff. He thanks Zimmer Radio and our listeners, the numerous businesses that have donated over the years and volunteers who have worked countless hours. The final Central Missouri Honor Flight radiothon with 939 the Eagle and Zimmer in 2023 raised about $127,000. Mr. Parry interviewed CMHF director Paulsell on the second and third segments of the show. He also interviewed two Mizzou students with “Columbia for Christ” for the first segment about an event happening Wednesday on Mizzou's Traditions Plaza. One student is a Mizzou track athlete and the other is from Bridgeton and says the Holy Spirit led him to Mizzou:

The Missouri Association of Electric Cooperatives is led by chief executive officer Caleb Jones, a former state lawmaker from Columbia. Mr. Jones joined hosts Randy Tobler and Stephanie Bell on 939 the Eagle's "Wake Up Missouri". Mr. Jones spoke in-detail about what the cooperatives do. Their members statewide were busy this spring and summers with numerous storms and tornadoes: