News Tribune on Tap

In this week’s episode, Editor Gary Castor chats with State Government Reporter Ryan Pivoney about the 2023 legislative session, which begins today. Click here for a fun reminder on how a bill becomes a law!

In this week’s episode, we have a very special guest. Editor Gary Castor chats with Santa Claus, who came from the North Pole to spill some secrets about how he delivers presents all over the world in one night, how he became St. Nick, and how to make sure you’re on the nice list.

In this week’s episode, Editor Gary Castor chats with Lee Henry, also known as “Santa Lee, the little Santa,” about why he’s always wanted to be Santa Claus, what he learned in Santa school and what he does to spread Christmas cheer.

In this week’s episode, Editor Gary Castor chats with JC Parks Cultural Arts Specialist Leann Porrello about Porchfestmas, a holiday event scheduled for 4-7 p.m. Dec. 11 on Forest Hill Ave. Click here to learn more about Porchfestmas, and click here to learn more about other upcoming holiday events.

In this week’s episode, Editor Gary Castor chats with Living Windows event chairwoman Cara Stark about the annual holiday event, which is scheduled for 5:45-9 p.m. Dec. 2.

In this week’s episode, Editor Gary Castor chats with Managing Editor/HER Magazine Editor Molly Morris about the November/December issue of HER Magazine. Pick up a copy at 210 Monroe St. or check it out at newstribune.com/her.

In this week’s episode, Editor Gary Castor chats with Amber Brondel, marketing and events director of the United Way of Central Missouri, about this year’s United Way fundraising campaign, which raised more than $2.4 million — continuing about a decade of record-setting efforts. Click here to read more about the campaign and Victory Celebration event.

In this week’s episode, Editor Gary Castor chats with Public Transit Advisory Committee chairwoman Angela Hirsch about JeffTran and a proposed fare increase. To download the DoubleMap app for JeffTran, click here for Androids and here for iPhones.

In this week’s episode, Editor Gary Castor chats with Missouri First Lady Teresa Parson and Missouri Governor's Mansion Director Shari Childs about the upcoming Parson Family Fall Festival, and Parson gives a sneak peak into upcoming festivities for the holidays.

In this week’s episode, Editor Gary Castor chats with Lincoln University Police Chief Gary Hill about misperceptions of crime on campus and Lincoln University’s police academy.

In this week’s episode, Editor Gary Castor chats with River City Habitat for Humanity Executive Director Susan Cook-Williams about the upcoming Capital City Housing Conference, where there will be panel discussions about the challenges and opportunities facing housing in Jefferson City and a report on a recent Jefferson City housing assessment. To purchase tickets to the conference, click here.

In this week’s episode, Editor Gary Castor chats with local realtor Beth McGeorge about the current housing market in Mid-Missouri and where it may be going next.

In this week's episode, Editor Gary Castor chats with JC Parks Cultural Arts Specialist Leann Porrello and Special Events Program Manager Phil Stiles about Jefferson City's fall 2022 PorchFest, which takes place 1-4 p.m. Sunday at Forest Hill Ave.

In this week’s episode, Editor Gary Castor chats with Managing Editor/HER Magazine Editor Molly Morris about the latest issue of HER Magazine. Pick up a free copy at 210 Monroe St. or check it out at newstribune.com/her/.

In this week’s episode, Editor Gary Castor chats with Rep. Rudy Veit about the Missouri legislative special session and veto session, which starts today.

In this week's episode, Managing Editor Gary Castor chats with Redemption Inside the Walls Co-chair Paula Benne about the upcoming concert featuring Rend Collective and the presentation of the Fisher Family Good Samaritan Awards.

In this week’s episode, Managing Editor Gary Castor chats with Lincoln University President John Moseley about the challenges and opportunities facing Lincoln University.

In this week's episode, Managing Editor Gary Castor chats with United Way of Central Missouri President Ann Bax about this year's fundraising campaign.

In this bonus episode, Managing Editor Gary Castor chats with Sports Editor Tom Rackers about the process and approach to coverage during the fall sports season, which begins with Friday’s jamborees. To stay up to date on sports coverage, check out the Goal Lines podcast, subscribe to the sports newsletter, and follow @NTsports and our sports reporters on Twitter: @tjrackers, @trevhahn3, @kyle_mcareavy and @actionjaxon05. Stay tuned for a special section in the News Tribune on Aug. 26 previewing this year’s football season.

In this week’s episode, Managing Editor Gary Castor chats with JC Parks Director Todd Spalding about the challenges and opportunities facing Jefferson City parks. Click here to read our latest story about the parks department.

In this bonus episode, Managing Editor Gary Castor chats with Community Engagement Editor Layne Stracener about the Fisher Family Good Samaritan Awards and Redemption Inside the Walls concert. Links: Nominate someone for a Good Samaritan Award at newstribune.com/goodsamaritan. Read about the Good Samaritan Awards here. Learn more about this year's Redemption Inside the Walls concert here. Learn more about Redemption Inside the Walls and order tickets at redemptioninsidethewalls.com. Listen and learn more about the headlining band at rendcollective.com.

In this week’s episode, Managing Editor Gary Castor chats with City Government Reporter Anna Watson about the unclear future of Jefferson City transit as facilities, buses and equipment near the end of their lives, the Jefferson City budget faces a gap between transit revenue and expenses, and transit operators across Missouri face demands they can’t meet. If you have thoughts about how transit services could be improved or how the city should address it, email awatson@newstribune.com or gary@newstribune.com. Click here to download the DoubleMap Bus Tracker app.

In this week’s episode, Managing Editor Gary Castor chats with new Jefferson City School District Superintendent Bryan McGraw about his background and the challenges and opportunities facing the district.

In this week’s episode, Managing Editor Gary Castor chats with longtime News Tribune Photographer Julie Smith about how she got into photojournalism, how the job has changed throughout the years, and what it’s been like to capture the highs, lows and everyday life the community for more than 30 years.

In this week’s episode, Managing Editor Gary Castor chats with Julie Allen, local author of “A History of Enslaved People of Osage County,” about the hidden stories of slaves who lived, suffered and died in Mid-Missouri and why it’s important to share these stories today. Allen spoke Monday at a night of remembrance for people who had lived enslaved in Osage County, hosted by the Missouri NAACP and First United Methodist Church of Jefferson City. Click here to watch the video of the event.

In this week's episode, Managing Editor Gary Castor chats with reporter Joe Gamm about allegations that a former Wardsville pastor absconded with about $320,000.

In this week’s episode, Managing Editor Gary Castor chats with Jefferson City Police Chief Eric Wilde about the public perceptions of police officers, how the job has changed over the years, the challenges and opportunities facing the police department, and what Wilde’s goals are as the new police chief.

In this bonus episode, Managing Editor Gary Castor chats with Mary Russell about her journey from farm girl to reporter to Missouri Supreme Court justice, how she's navigated the male-dominated field, and the challenges and opportunities the court system faces.

In this week’s episode, Managing Editor Gary Castor chats with Salute to America Event Coordinator Penny Smith about the annual Salute to America event in Jefferson City taking place July 3 and 4. For more information about the event, visit https://www.newstribune.com/special-sections/

In this bonus episode, Managing Editor Gary Castor chats with City Government Reporter Anna Watson about Capt. Eric Wilde becoming the city's next police chief. We also hear from Wilde on what he’s most excited about and what he plans to bring to the table.

In this week’s episode, Managing Editor Gary Castor chats with Education Reporter Anna Campbell about transgender policies in schools and a policy in a local school district that has recently gained controversy.

In this week’s episode, Managing Editor Gary Castor chats with reporter Ryan Pivoney about Lincoln University’s recruitment approach and how LU President John Moseley aiming to merge the two identities as an HBCU and regional college has gained criticism from the president of the university's National Alumni Association.

In this week’s episode, Managing Editor Gary Castor chats with Community Engagement Editor Layne Stracener about the News Tribune’s engagement efforts, including its involvement with Trusting News.

In this week’s episode, Managing Editor Gary Castor and Education Reporter Anna Campbell chat about advanced placement and dual credit classes, as recent legislative changes could make college credits even more accessible to Missouri high school students. At the end of the episode, Anna also shares how she got into woodworking and talks about some of her favorite projects!

In this week's episode, Managing Editor Gary Castor and Public Safety Reporter Jeff Haldiman chat about police body cameras, as the Jefferson City Police Department plans to apply for a grant to implement a body camera program for officers.

In this week’s episode, Managing Editor Gary Castor chats with artist Jim Dyke about his daily editorial cartoons, including how he gets inspiration, the process of creating them and some of his favorite ones.

In this week’s episode, Managing Editor Gary Castor chats with reporter Ryan Pivoney about the history, demographics, enrollment and “dual identity” of Lincoln University, and how LU President John Moseley seeks to merge the two identities as an HBCU and regional college through different recruitment efforts. If you’re a Lincoln University student or alum, we would love to hear your perspective! Feel free to email Ryan at rpivoney@newstribune.com.

In this week's episode, Managing Editor Gary Castor chats with Leann Porrello, JC Parks cultural arts specialist and PorchFest organizer, about the upcoming PorchFest, including what to expect, how it has grown, and how it brings the community together. The event, which is in a different location this spring, includes music, art, activities, food and fun for the whole family.

In this week’s episode, Managing Editor Gary Castor and Nicole Hillen, who covers City Council, chat about the demolition, repairs and redevelopment of properties along East Capitol Avenue.

In this week's episode, Managing Editor Gary Castor and Opinion Page Editor Gerry Tritz chat about the process of the News Tribune's opinion page.

In this week's episode, Managing Editor Gary Castor chat with reporters Jeff Haldiman and Joe Gamm about the Cole County Commission flipping a decision to install signage along county roads used as bike routes and how commissioners' road-sharing comments upset the cycling community.

In this week’s episode, Managing Editor Gary Castor and reporter Joe Gamm talk about Alzheimer’s, including the science behind it, how it affects people, risk factors, and new information released in the Alzheimer’s Association’s report titled “2022 Alzheimer's Disease Facts and Figures.”

In this week’s episode, Managing Editor Gary Castor and reporter Joe Gamm chat about a group of local veterans’ efforts to expand the Jefferson City National Cemetery.

In this week's episode, Managing Editor Gary Castor and Public Safety Reporter Jeff Haldiman chat about the Missouri State Penitentiary, which began its tour season last weekend with Housing Unit 4 back on the tours.

In this week's episode, Managing Editor Gary Castor and Education Reporter Anna Campbell chat about Gov. Mike Parson's proposed teacher pay raise plan.

In this week’s episode, Managing Editor Gary Castor and reporter Ella McCarthy chat about the HALO Foundation’s upcoming art auction and efforts to address homelessness in Jefferson City.

In this week's episode, Managing Editor Gary Castor chats with business reporter Cameron Gerber about a state employee pay raise plan and local lawmakers' views on the issue.

In this week's episode, Managing Editor Gary Castor and reporter Ryan Pivoney chat about the latest news at Lincoln University, including how they have handled recent bomb threats made against historically Black colleges and universities, the state's long history of withholding land grant funds to support LU's agriculture department, and a $1 billion national grant to support climate-friendly farming, ranching and forestry practices at LU.

In this week’s episode, Managing Editor Gary Castor chats with reporter Ryan Pivoney about Lincoln University’s new president, John Moseley. We also hear from Moseley about his background and priorities as he drops the interim title. Click here to learn more about Lincoln University’s new leadership.

In this bonus episode of News Tribune on Tap, Managing Editor Gary Castor and Community Engagement Editor Layne Stracener chat about their dogs and share tips for keeping pets safe in the cold weather.

In this week's episode of News Tribune on Tap, Managing Editor Gary Castor chats with HER Magazine Editor Molly Morris about the process of creating HER Magazine and the stories and themes in the first two issues of the year, including the “new beginnings” issue, which came out Wednesday, January 26.