Podcast appearances and mentions of david stokes

THE TIM JONES AND CHRIS ARPS SHOW 0:00 SEG 1: Trump endorses Ken Paxton 16:17 SEGMENT 2: DAVID STOKES, Director of Municipal Policy at the Show-Me Institute || TOPIC: The end of the legislative session. No movement on property tax reform, but a big step toward ending the income tax. || The region’s top flooding expert has resigned from University City’s stormwater commission, saying the city is taking too long to improve its warning system on the dangerously flood-prone River Des Peres.showmeinstitute.orgx.com/DavidCStokes 34:05 SEGMENT 3: CHRIS’ CORNER: Political revenge, the dirty secret of politics https://newstalkstl.com/ FOLLOW TIM - https://twitter.com/SpeakerTimJones FOLLOW CHRIS - https://twitter.com/chris_arps 24/7 LIVESTREAM - http://bit.ly/NEWSTALKSTLSTREAMS RUMBLE - https://rumble.com/NewsTalkSTL See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

THE TIM JONES AND CHRIS ARPS SHOW 0:00 SEG 1: Trump endorses Ken Paxton 16:17 SEGMENT 2: DAVID STOKES, Director of Municipal Policy at the Show-Me Institute || TOPIC: The end of the legislative session. No movement on property tax reform, but a big step toward ending the income tax. || The region’s top flooding expert has resigned from University City’s stormwater commission, saying the city is taking too long to improve its warning system on the dangerously flood-prone River Des Peres.showmeinstitute.orgx.com/DavidCStokes 34:05 SEGMENT 3: CHRIS’ CORNER: Political revenge, the dirty secret of politics https://newstalkstl.com/ FOLLOW TIM - https://twitter.com/SpeakerTimJones FOLLOW CHRIS - https://twitter.com/chris_arps 24/7 LIVESTREAM - http://bit.ly/NEWSTALKSTLSTREAMS RUMBLE - https://rumble.com/NewsTalkSTL See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this segment, Mark is joined by David Stokes, the Director of Municipal Property at the Show Me Institute. Stokes shares his thoughts on far left cities "soaking the rich" and causing large businesses to relocate.

In hour 1 of The Mark Reardon Show with Ryan Wrecker guest hosting, Ryan and Ethan discuss the "tarps off" movement that occurred at Busch Stadium over the weekend and the impact it could have on the fanbase. Ryan is then joined by Jacob Olidort, a Chief Research Officer and Director of American Security at the America First Policy Institute. They discuss the latest on the China Summit now that President Trump is back in the United States as well as the latest on the Strait of Hormuz. He's later joined by David Stokes, the Director of Municipal Property at the Show Me Institute. Stokes shares his thoughts on far left cities "soaking the rich" and causing large businesses to relocate.

In hour 1 of The Mark Reardon Show with Ryan Wrecker guest hosting, Ryan and Ethan discuss the "tarps off" movement that occurred at Busch Stadium over the weekend and the impact it could have on the fanbase. Ryan is then joined by Jacob Olidort, a Chief Research Officer and Director of American Security at the America First Policy Institute. They discuss the latest on the China Summit now that President Trump is back in the United States as well as the latest on the Strait of Hormuz. He's later joined by David Stokes, the Director of Municipal Property at the Show Me Institute. Stokes shares his thoughts on far left cities "soaking the rich" and causing large businesses to relocate. In hour 2, Sue hosts, "Sue's News" where she discusses the latest trending entertainment news, this day in history, the random fact of the day and more. Ryan is then joined by Dr. Darrin Manian, an Infectious Disease Physician and the Chair of the Department of Medicine at Mercy St Louis Hospital. They discuss if people should be concerned about the hantavirus after someone in Colorado died from it. They also discuss the harms of ticks in the Midwest and more. He is later joined by KSDK Sports Director Frank Cusumano. They discuss the exciting weekend at Busch Stadium, SLU and Mizzou setting up their upcoming 3 year series and more. In hour 3, Ryan is joined by Jeff Mordock, a White House Correspondent for the Washington Times. They discuss President Trump's decision to push back the attack on Iran. They also discuss the President's Summit with China, what was accomplished, what it's like on Air Force One and more. He's later joined by Will Goldstein, a criminal defense attorney in Clayton. They discuss a judge's ruling in the Luigi Mangione trial that excludes some evidence found in his backpack but allows other items to be used in trial. Which will be allowed? How was it decided? He wraps up the show with the Audio Cut of the Day.

Avery Frank, Elias Tsapelas, and David Stokes join Zach Lawhorn to break down the final week of the 2026 Missouri legislative session. They discuss the constitutional amendment heading to voters that would begin the process of eliminating Missouri's state income tax, where property tax reform efforts stand heading into the final days, the early literacy bill's uncertain path through the Senate, the legislature's approach to A through F school report cards, what the state budget does and does not get right, the Ferguson city council's rejection of a major data center tax subsidy, and more.

THE TIM JONES AND CHRIS ARPS SHOW 0:00 SEG 1: President Trump speaks before departing for China. He defends gas prices and says they are not as high as his administration predicted they would be || Litigating Missouri’s new Congressional map 13:51 SEGMENT 2: DAVID STOKES, Director of Municipal Policy at the Show-Me Institute || TOPIC: Creve Coeur considers new 4-story apartments on Olive. Neighbors are opposed. || St. Charles County considers new rules, restrictions for short-term rentals || Business increased at some of St. Louis city's biggest mixed-use developments last year, new data shows || Sharing license plate readers across county linesshowmeinstitute.orgx.com/DavidCStokes 34:05 SEGMENT 3: CHRIS’ CORNER: Crime doesn’t stop at county lines https://newstalkstl.com/ FOLLOW TIM - https://twitter.com/SpeakerTimJones FOLLOW CHRIS - https://twitter.com/chris_arps 24/7 LIVESTREAM - http://bit.ly/NEWSTALKSTLSTREAMS RUMBLE - https://rumble.com/NewsTalkSTL See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

THE TIM JONES AND CHRIS ARPS SHOW 0:00 SEG 1: President Trump speaks before departing for China. He defends gas prices and says they are not as high as his administration predicted they would be || Litigating Missouri’s new Congressional map 13:51 SEGMENT 2: DAVID STOKES, Director of Municipal Policy at the Show-Me Institute || TOPIC: Creve Coeur considers new 4-story apartments on Olive. Neighbors are opposed. || St. Charles County considers new rules, restrictions for short-term rentals || Business increased at some of St. Louis city's biggest mixed-use developments last year, new data shows || Sharing license plate readers across county linesshowmeinstitute.orgx.com/DavidCStokes 34:05 SEGMENT 3: CHRIS’ CORNER: Crime doesn’t stop at county lines https://newstalkstl.com/ FOLLOW TIM - https://twitter.com/SpeakerTimJones FOLLOW CHRIS - https://twitter.com/chris_arps 24/7 LIVESTREAM - http://bit.ly/NEWSTALKSTLSTREAMS RUMBLE - https://rumble.com/NewsTalkSTL See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

LIVE FROM SHORTY'S DINER, WEST PORT12004 Lackland Rd.St. Louis, MO 63146 9:05 – 9:22 (17mins) David Stokes, Director of Municipal Policy at the Show-Me Institute, @DavidCStokes@ShowMeShowMeInstitute.orgto discuss: Mayor has a new plan for Rams cash: St. Louis Mayor Cara Spencer is proposing to spend $230 million of the $255 million Rams relocation settlement on tornado relief, infrastructure repairs, and downtown revitalization. The plan still faces pushback from aldermen and advocates who want the allocation shifted — some pushing for more downtown funding, others demanding more for the tornado-damaged North Side. Ferguson City Council rejects $1.8 billion data center proposal: The Ferguson City Council voted 3-3 with one abstention to reject a proposal that would have transformed the former Emerson Electric site into a massive data center. Residents raised concerns over environmental risks, water usage, tax abatements, and potential lost school revenue despite supporters touting significant economic benefits. St. Louis residents offer feedback on Green Line Bus Rapid Transit: The City of St. Louis and Bi-State Development held an open house Tuesday where residents weighed in on two route options for a Bus Rapid Transit system connecting north and south St. Louis. The BRT would feature dedicated bus lanes, MetroLink-style stations, and service every 10-15 minutes — a significant upgrade from current 30-40 minute intervals. 9:25 – 9:37 (12mins) Larry Conners Weekly: "Mr. Conner's Neighborhood @LarryConnersUSA 9:41 – 9:56 (15mins) We will call Tony Short/CEO Corey Broadus/CEO Shorty's Diner, 12004 Lackland St. Louis, MO 63146See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

LIVE FROM SHORTY'S DINER, WEST PORT12004 Lackland Rd.St. Louis, MO 63146 9:05 – 9:22 (17mins) David Stokes, Director of Municipal Policy at the Show-Me Institute, @DavidCStokes@ShowMeShowMeInstitute.orgto discuss: Mayor has a new plan for Rams cash: St. Louis Mayor Cara Spencer is proposing to spend $230 million of the $255 million Rams relocation settlement on tornado relief, infrastructure repairs, and downtown revitalization. The plan still faces pushback from aldermen and advocates who want the allocation shifted — some pushing for more downtown funding, others demanding more for the tornado-damaged North Side. Ferguson City Council rejects $1.8 billion data center proposal: The Ferguson City Council voted 3-3 with one abstention to reject a proposal that would have transformed the former Emerson Electric site into a massive data center. Residents raised concerns over environmental risks, water usage, tax abatements, and potential lost school revenue despite supporters touting significant economic benefits. St. Louis residents offer feedback on Green Line Bus Rapid Transit: The City of St. Louis and Bi-State Development held an open house Tuesday where residents weighed in on two route options for a Bus Rapid Transit system connecting north and south St. Louis. The BRT would feature dedicated bus lanes, MetroLink-style stations, and service every 10-15 minutes — a significant upgrade from current 30-40 minute intervals. 9:25 – 9:37 (12mins) Larry Conners Weekly: "Mr. Conner's Neighborhood @LarryConnersUSA 9:41 – 9:56 (15mins) We will call Tony Short/CEO Corey Broadus/CEO Shorty's Diner, 12004 Lackland St. Louis, MO 63146See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Susan Pendergrass speaks with Aaron Renn, author and consultant, and David Stokes, Director of Municipal Policy at the Show-Me Institute, about the recurring debate over whether the city of St. Louis should rejoin St. Louis County. They explore what city county mergers have actually accomplished in places like Indianapolis, Louisville, Nashville, and Lexington, why a full merger in St. Louis would be extraordinarily difficult to pull off, and whether the benefits would even outweigh the costs. They also discuss St. Louis's demographic challenges, what the Pittsburgh model might offer as a path forward, the cultural barriers that make it hard to attract and retain people from outside the region, and more. You can find Aaron's work at www.aaronrenn.com Produced by Show-Me Opportunity

THE TIM JONES AND CHRIS ARPS SHOW 0:00 SEG 1: Trump vows revenge in Indiana primary 16:07 SEGMENT 2: DAVID STOKES, Director of Municipal Policy at the Show-Me Institute || TOPIC: The idea of paying people to live in downtown St. Louis || A church forced out of Clayton is talking about reparations. || Ferguson rejects tax breaks for tech hub and data center on Emerson campus showmeinstitute.orgx.com/DavidCStokes 33:06 SEGMENT 3: CHRIS' CORNER: Taxing St. Louis County https://newstalkstl.com/ FOLLOW TIM - https://twitter.com/SpeakerTimJones FOLLOW CHRIS - https://twitter.com/chris_arps 24/7 LIVESTREAM - http://bit.ly/NEWSTALKSTLSTREAMS RUMBLE - https://rumble.com/NewsTalkSTL See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

THE TIM JONES AND CHRIS ARPS SHOW 0:00 SEG 1: Trump vows revenge in Indiana primary 16:07 SEGMENT 2: DAVID STOKES, Director of Municipal Policy at the Show-Me Institute || TOPIC: The idea of paying people to live in downtown St. Louis || A church forced out of Clayton is talking about reparations. || Ferguson rejects tax breaks for tech hub and data center on Emerson campus showmeinstitute.orgx.com/DavidCStokes 33:06 SEGMENT 3: CHRIS' CORNER: Taxing St. Louis County https://newstalkstl.com/ FOLLOW TIM - https://twitter.com/SpeakerTimJones FOLLOW CHRIS - https://twitter.com/chris_arps 24/7 LIVESTREAM - http://bit.ly/NEWSTALKSTLSTREAMS RUMBLE - https://rumble.com/NewsTalkSTL See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

9:05 – 9:22 (17mins) David Stokes, Director of Municipal Policy at the Show-Me Institute, @DavidCStokes@ShowMeShowMeInstitute.orgFixing downtown St Louis means fixing roads-sidewalks-Weve done it before to discuss the Post-Dispatch series on fixing downtown (these are not behind the paywall). And specifically, the most recent piece on infrastructure. And the role that MORE special taxing districts could play. "Getting that downtown heart beating again is the goal of promising new city legislation designed to upgrade the area within a designated Sports and Entertainment Community Improvement District (CID), recently approved by the Board of Aldermen and signed by the mayor." 9:25 – 9:37 (12mins) Larry Conners Weekly: "Mr. Conner's Neighborhood @LarryConnersUSA See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

9:05 – 9:22 (17mins) David Stokes, Director of Municipal Policy at the Show-Me Institute, @DavidCStokes@ShowMeShowMeInstitute.orgFixing downtown St Louis means fixing roads-sidewalks-Weve done it before to discuss the Post-Dispatch series on fixing downtown (these are not behind the paywall). And specifically, the most recent piece on infrastructure. And the role that MORE special taxing districts could play. "Getting that downtown heart beating again is the goal of promising new city legislation designed to upgrade the area within a designated Sports and Entertainment Community Improvement District (CID), recently approved by the Board of Aldermen and signed by the mayor." 9:25 – 9:37 (12mins) Larry Conners Weekly: "Mr. Conner's Neighborhood @LarryConnersUSA See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

THE TIM JONES AND CHRIS ARPS SHOW 0:00 SEG 1: James Comey indicted for a 2nd time 15:09 SEGMENT 2: DAVID STOKES, Director of Municipal Policy at the Show-Me Institute || TOPIC: A Clarkson Valley homeowner, who beat the city over solar panels years ago, is fighting again after new leaders proposed ordinances that would ban most front-facing solar installations, citing a recent Missouri Supreme Court ruling affirming solar as a property right. || An update on the Ferguson data center story the guys talked about last week.showmeinstitute.orgx.com/DavidCStokes 31:08 SEGMENT 3: CHRIS' CORNER: Anthony Fauci adviser indicted by DOJ on charges of concealing COVID records https://newstalkstl.com/ FOLLOW TIM - https://twitter.com/SpeakerTimJones FOLLOW CHRIS - https://twitter.com/chris_arps 24/7 LIVESTREAM - http://bit.ly/NEWSTALKSTLSTREAMS RUMBLE - https://rumble.com/NewsTalkSTL See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

9:05 – 9:22 (17mins) David Stokes, Director of Municipal Policy at the Show-Me Institute, @DavidCStokes @ShowMe ShowMeInstitute.org to discuss: With the income tax bill headed to the governor, attention in Jefferson City is now pivoting to property taxes. The Cardinals pressuring an alderman to delay a food truck bill? The team raised concerns it would lose exclusive control over street vending around Busch Stadium. Ferguson advances tax breaks for a data center 9:25 – 9:37 (12mins) Larry Conners 314-795-0272Weekly: "Mr. Conner's Neighborhood @LarryConnersUSA See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

THE TIM JONES AND CHRIS ARPS SHOW 0:00 SEG 1: Embattled Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick resigned from the US House of Representatives on Tuesday || Will Corey Mills resign soon? 15:00 SEGMENT 2: DAVID STOKES, Director of Municipal Policy at the Show-Me Institute || TOPIC: Hazelwood is selling a 19.7-acre sports complex to the St. Louis Cricket League for $350,000, a price the mayor is calling embarrassing. The league plans to invest $1 million to build the facility as a regional cricket hub. The council approved it 5-4, with supporters saying it gets a problem property off the city's books and critics arguing it's worth more than what it went for. || St. Louis Mayor Cara Spencer used her State of the City address to outline the city's approach to data center development, calling it a major economic opportunity, but saying: “St. Louis is open for business, but business on our terms — only when the community benefits,” || Sam Page and Cara Spencer’s trip to Londonshowmeinstitute.orgx.com/DavidCStokes 32:58 SEGMENT 3: CHRIS’ CORNER: You can’t legislate prosperity https://newstalkstl.com/ FOLLOW TIM - https://twitter.com/SpeakerTimJones FOLLOW CHRIS - https://twitter.com/chris_arps 24/7 LIVESTREAM - http://bit.ly/NEWSTALKSTLSTREAMS RUMBLE - https://rumble.com/NewsTalkSTL See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

9:05 – 9:22 (17mins) David Stokes, Director of Municipal Policy at the Show-Me Institute, @DavidCStokes@ShowMeShowMeInstitute.orgto discuss: Kirkwood is at a crossroads: Kirkwood is facing roughly a $7 million budget deficit, driven by a $13 million electric utility overrun, a potentially $90 million water system overhaul, and flat sales tax revenue. 2.School board culture wars lose steam in St. Louis area. (I know you can't read Post-Dispatch, so a summary): Conservative school board activism in the St. Louis area has largely fizzled out, with culture war candidates declining to seek reelection, losing races, or resigning mid-term after years of community pushback and voter fatigue. Political scientists attribute the cooling to voters prioritizing school stability over ideological battles, as well as conservative attention shifting to higher-level political fights under the Trump administration. Francis Howell in St. Charles County remains the main exception, where a well-funded conservative PAC continues fielding candidates, though it has lost elections for the past two consecutive years. 9:25 – 9:37 (12mins) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

THE TIM JONES AND CHRIS ARPS SHOW 0:00 SEG 1: Catherine Hanaway, Missouri Attorney General || TOPIC: Schroer’s SB 888 crime bill signed into law today || Missouri State High School Activities Association accused of discrimination || Radical gender ideology in schools || Joined a coalition of 25 states asking SCOTUS to clarify the States’ ability to defend state sovereignty and election integrity || Missouri Courts Warn Missourians About Fake Traffic Ticket Text Scam || Being a strong Catholic and celebrating Easter || Families deserve the truth about kratom and 7-OH || Illegal gaming devicesago.mo.gov x.com/AGCHanaway 18:04 SEGMENT 2: DAVID STOKES, Director of Municipal Policy at the Show-Me Institute || TOPIC: Kirkwood is at a crossroads, voters and candidates both say. Sales taxes are down. Costs are up. And the city-owned water and electric utilities' costs are prompting debate over whether the city can afford them. || School board culture wars lose steam in St. Louis area. || David can do a final election day round-up as people head to the polls || Moving April elections?showmeinstitute.org/author/david-stokes/x.com/DavidCStokes 32:10 SEGMENT 3: CHRIS’ CORNER: Cori Bush’s lack of endorsements says a lot https://newstalkstl.com/ FOLLOW TIM - https://twitter.com/SpeakerTimJones FOLLOW CHRIS - https://twitter.com/chris_arps 24/7 LIVESTREAM - http://bit.ly/NEWSTALKSTLSTREAMS RUMBLE - https://rumble.com/NewsTalkSTL See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

THE TIM JONES AND CHRIS ARPS SHOW 0:00 SEG 1: Guest co-host, Jim Gwinner of https://www.ls2group.com/ Mitch Baden, CEO of Royal Banks of Missouri || TOPIC: How the conflict in Iran has affected the economy || Trump’s signature being added to currency || Royal Banks of Missouri is a full-service, independent community bank, locally owned and operated in St. Louis, Missouri || FDICroyalbanksofmo.com 24:20 SEGMENT 2: DAVID STOKES, Director of Municipal Policy at the Show-Me Institute || TOPIC: April 7th election day preview || Fire and ambulance district sales taxes all throughout the region || property tax limit votes in St. Charles, Jefferson, and Franklin || the O'Fallon economic development sales tax vote.showmeinstitute.orgx.com/DavidCStokes 34:21 SEGMENT 3: Joey V’s Movies: “They Will Kill You” Brought to you by Harry J's Steakhouse in Moscow Millshttps://www.facebook.com/HarryJsSteakhouse/ https://newstalkstl.com/ FOLLOW TIM - https://twitter.com/SpeakerTimJones FOLLOW CHRIS - https://twitter.com/chris_arps 24/7 LIVESTREAM - http://bit.ly/NEWSTALKSTLSTREAMS RUMBLE - https://rumble.com/NewsTalkSTL See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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THE TIM JONES AND CHRIS ARPS SHOW 0:00 SEG 1: Tim is live from Jefferson City || Sam Page closing county building on Fridays, cancelling fireworks at Jefferson Barracks, and threatening furloughs SEGMENT 2: DAVID STOKES, Director of Municipal Policy at the Show-Me Institute || TOPIC: April 7 election preview || fire and ambulance district sales taxes all throughout the region || property tax limit votes in St. Charles, Jefferson, and Franklin || the St. Louis City earnings tax vote || the O'Fallon economic development sales tax vote. || Sam Page is cancelling fireworks at JB || Downtown St. Louis’ curfewshowmeinstitute.orgx.com/DavidCStokes SEGMENT 3: CHRIS’ CORNER: New bill aims to ban sports betting on prediction platforms like Kalshi and Polymarket https://newstalkstl.com/ FOLLOW TIM - https://twitter.com/SpeakerTimJones FOLLOW CHRIS - https://twitter.com/chris_arps 24/7 LIVESTREAM - http://bit.ly/NEWSTALKSTLSTREAMS RUMBLE - https://rumble.com/NewsTalkSTL See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

THE TIM JONES AND CHRIS ARPS SHOW 0:00 SEG 1: Tim is live from Jefferson City || Sam Page closing county building on Fridays, cancelling fireworks at Jefferson Barracks, and threatening furloughs SEGMENT 2: DAVID STOKES, Director of Municipal Policy at the Show-Me Institute || TOPIC: April 7 election preview || fire and ambulance district sales taxes all throughout the region || property tax limit votes in St. Charles, Jefferson, and Franklin || the St. Louis City earnings tax vote || the O'Fallon economic development sales tax vote. || Sam Page is cancelling fireworks at JB || Downtown St. Louis’ curfewshowmeinstitute.orgx.com/DavidCStokes SEGMENT 3: CHRIS’ CORNER: New bill aims to ban sports betting on prediction platforms like Kalshi and Polymarket https://newstalkstl.com/ FOLLOW TIM - https://twitter.com/SpeakerTimJones FOLLOW CHRIS - https://twitter.com/chris_arps 24/7 LIVESTREAM - http://bit.ly/NEWSTALKSTLSTREAMS RUMBLE - https://rumble.com/NewsTalkSTL See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this segment, Mark is joined by David Stokes, the Director of Municipal Property at the Show Me Institute. Stokes discusses his thoughts on ending St Louis city earnings tax, Governor Kehoe's plan to phase out Missouri's income tax and more.

In hour 2, Sue hosts, "Sue's News" where she discusses the latest trending entertainment news, this day in history, the random fact of the day and more. Mark is then joined by David Stokes, the Director of Municipal Property at the Show Me Institute. Stokes discusses his thoughts on ending St Louis city earnings tax, Governor Kehoe's plan to phase out Missouri's income tax and more. He's later joined by KSDK Sports Director Frank Cusumano. Cusumano discusses Illinois, Mizzou and SLU's NCAA Tournament performances. He also discusses the Cardinals finalizing their 2026 Opening Day roster and more.

In hour 1 of The Mark Reardon Show, Mark is joined by Charles Lipson, a Professor Emeritus at the University of Chicago who writes regularly for The Spectator Magazine, Real Clear Politics and others. Lipson discusses the latest on America attacking Iran and the risk involved for the country. He is then joined by Jeff Rainford, with Rainford & Associates and a Former Chief of Staff to Mayor Slay. They discuss a recent City Journal article titled, "Can St Louis Make a Comeback: After decades of drift, the troubled city has a chance to restore public order and competitiveness". In hour 2, Sue hosts, "Sue's News" where she discusses the latest trending entertainment news, this day in history, the random fact of the day and more. Mark is then joined by David Stokes, the Director of Municipal Property at the Show Me Institute. Stokes discusses his thoughts on ending St Louis city earnings tax, Governor Kehoe's plan to phase out Missouri's income tax and more. He's later joined by KSDK Sports Director Frank Cusumano. Cusumano discusses Illinois, Mizzou and SLU's NCAA Tournament performances. He also discusses the Cardinals finalizing their 2026 Opening Day roster and more. In hour 3, Mark is joined by Joe Nocera, a Senior Editor and Writer for The Free Press. He discusses if college athletes need to be paid. Mark is later joined by Martin Coco, the Senior Director of Marketing for the St Louis Cardinals. They discuss how you can watch Cardinals games in 2026 on television. They wrap up the show with the Audio Cut of the Day.

Marc Cox and Kim St. Onge talk with Missouri Attorney General Catherine Hanaway about youth violence, juvenile justice reform, and police staffing challenges in St. Louis. David Stokes joins to break down key property tax measures on Missouri's April ballot and their impact on local funding. Ryan Wiggins wraps up the hour with a live report from an Illinois polling place, highlighting low turnout and election concerns.

Marc Cox and Kim St. Onge cover St. Patrick's Day, cold weather, and major local and national headlines throughout the full show. The program dives into Illinois Primary Election Day, U.S. foreign policy, and major Missouri policy debates. John Lamping breaks down the push to eliminate Missouri's state income tax, including the timeline, sales tax tradeoffs, and how it could impact economic growth and population trends. Dylan Sharkey analyzes Illinois races and a key federal scholarship ballot question, while Ryan Wiggins reports live from a polling place with low turnout and election concerns. Todd Piro joins with St. Patrick's Day stories and discussion on unrest in Cuba, while Mark Walters leads 2A Tuesday focusing on self-defense, recent shootings, and gun policy debates. The show also highlights local concerns in St. Louis, including violent street takeovers, juvenile crime, and public safety challenges. Missouri Attorney General Catherine Hanaway discusses juvenile justice reform, police staffing, and crime response, while David Stokes explains major property tax measures on the April ballot. Additional topics include emergency preparedness after tornado siren failures, city image concerns with NCAA Tournament visitors, and a wide-ranging look at politics, policy, and community issues.

David Stokes joins the show to break down widespread property tax measures on Missouri's April ballot, including proposed freezes and caps tied to reassessment. He explains why he opposes full property tax freezes and how they could shift more burden onto income and sales taxes. Stokes also discusses the impact on school funding, growing reliance on state aid, and new sales tax proposals for fire and ambulance districts across the region.

THE TIM JONES AND CHRIS ARPS SHOW 0:00 SEGMENT 1: Joe Kent, a Top Counterterrorism Official for the Trump Administration, Resigns, Citing Iran War 19:04 SEGMENT 2: DAVID STOKES, Director of Municipal Policy at the Show-Me Institute || TOPIC: Sam Page’s call for St. Louis to "re-enter" St. Louis County || Records detail St. Louis arts commission spending on gifts, meals, 'executive coaching' || Owner of big buildings complains of costly St. Louis climate mandatesshowmeinstitute.orgx.com/DavidCStokes 35:02 SEGMENT 3: CHRIS’ CORNER: The SAVE ACT https://newstalkstl.com/ SHOW PAGE - https://newstalkstl.com/tim-jones-chris-arps/ FOLLOW TIM - https://twitter.com/SpeakerTimJones FOLLOW CHRIS - https://twitter.com/chris_arps 24/7 LIVESTREAM - http://bit.ly/NEWSTALKSTLSTREAMS RUMBLE - https://rumble.com/NewsTalkSTL See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

THE TIM JONES AND CHRIS ARPS SHOW 0:00 SEGMENT 1: Joe Kent, a Top Counterterrorism Official for the Trump Administration, Resigns, Citing Iran War 19:04 SEGMENT 2: DAVID STOKES, Director of Municipal Policy at the Show-Me Institute || TOPIC: Sam Page’s call for St. Louis to "re-enter" St. Louis County || Records detail St. Louis arts commission spending on gifts, meals, 'executive coaching' || Owner of big buildings complains of costly St. Louis climate mandatesshowmeinstitute.orgx.com/DavidCStokes 35:02 SEGMENT 3: CHRIS’ CORNER: The SAVE ACT https://newstalkstl.com/ SHOW PAGE - https://newstalkstl.com/tim-jones-chris-arps/ FOLLOW TIM - https://twitter.com/SpeakerTimJones FOLLOW CHRIS - https://twitter.com/chris_arps 24/7 LIVESTREAM - http://bit.ly/NEWSTALKSTLSTREAMS RUMBLE - https://rumble.com/NewsTalkSTL See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Patrick Tuohey and David Stokes join Zach Lawhorn to break down the key issues Missouri voters will decide on April 7th. They discuss whether local elections should stay in April or move to November, property tax limit votes happening in more than 90 counties, new fire district sales tax authority and what it means for taxpayers, the 1% earnings tax renewals in Kansas City and St. Louis, and Springfield's convention center lodging tax returning to the ballot after voters already rejected it. They also discuss use taxes, senior property tax freezes, the economic development sales tax on the ballot in O'Fallon, and more. Produced by Show-Me Opportunity

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THE TIM JONES AND CHRIS ARPS SHOW DAVID STOKES, Director of Municipal Policy at the Show-Me Institute || TOPIC: St. Louis treasurer's 'ridiculous' parking-lot deal stalls. Too expensive, mayor says || Upcoming Property tax votes: In April, voters in St. Charles, Jefferson, and Franklin counties will vote on whether to prohibit any property tax increases due to reassessments. || Midtown coalition proposes $19.2M tax-increment financing district for public infrastructure || Former Missouri House Speaker John Diehl sentenced to prison for COVID relief fraudshowmeinstitute.org/author/david-stokes/x.com/DavidCStokes https://newstalkstl.com/ SHOW PAGE - https://newstalkstl.com/tim-jones-chris-arps/ FOLLOW TIM - https://twitter.com/SpeakerTimJones FOLLOW CHRIS - https://twitter.com/chris_arps 24/7 LIVESTREAM - http://bit.ly/NEWSTALKSTLSTREAMS RUMBLE - https://rumble.com/NewsTalkSTL See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

David Stokes, Elias Tsapelas, and Avery Frank join Zach Lawhorn to break down the latest from the 2026 Missouri legislative session, including updates on the push to eliminate Missouri's income tax. They also discuss why the film tax credit doesn't work out for Missouri taxpayers, which provisions of the early literacy bills are still moving forward, the growing debate over data center incentives and energy demands, and more. Produced by Show-Me Opportunity

9:05 – 9:22 (17mins) David Stokes, Director of Municipal Policy at theShow-Me Institute, @DavidCStokes @ShowMe ShowMeInstitute.org to discuss his latest op-ed in the Post-Dispatch about why it's time for St. Louis to get rid of the earnings tax and his suggestion on how to replace it? STOKES: " The city has been hemorrhaging population, jobs, and wealth for decades. Honestly, at this point in its history, what does St. Louis have to lose?" 9:25 – 9:37 (12mins) Larry Conners Weekly: "Mr. Conner's Neighborhood @LarryConnersUSASee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Show-Me Institute Audio Briefs features audio versions of select articles, commentary, and publications from the Show-Me Institute. Learn more at showmeinstitute.org. Article text: David Stokes Was Right: Property Tax Caps Are Squeezing Local Budgets Nationwide By Patrick Tuohey Property tax relief has become a rallying cry for state policymakers across the country. Frustration over rising home values and the cost of living has driven lawmakers in states including Indiana, Ohio, and Wyoming to enact sweeping property tax cuts in recent sessions. But while these measures may look attractive on the campaign trail, they are already putting real strain on local governments that depend on property taxes to fund schools, public safety, and other essential services. An article in the publication Governing titled “State Property Tax Relief Pushes Local Budgets to the Brink” highlights this emerging dynamic. Lawmakers in several states have pursued homeowner tax credits, rate caps, or other limitations without fully compensating counties, cities, and school districts for the revenue they lose. The result? Significant budget shortfalls, belt-tightening by local governments, and even more political pressure from local leaders to revisit state legislation cutting their revenue. These developments matter to Missouri because they illustrate the unintended consequences of well-meaning tax cuts. As my colleague David Stokes has written in testimony before the Missouri Legislature, Missouri depends on property taxes to fund local services efficiently, and ill-designed state interventions can do more harm than good. Stokes emphasized that “Missouri's property assessment and tax system needs reforms, but efforts to reduce it dramatically or eliminate it entirely go too far,” and that the state should not trade one revenue problem for another by hollowing out the tax base localities rely on. What's happening outside of Missouri mirrors Stokes' concerns. In Indiana, a roughly $1.2 billion homeowner tax relief package enacted in 2025 will cost local governments an estimated $1.5 billion over three years, forcing many towns and counties to cut services or revise budgets mid-cycle. Wyoming's 25 percent cut on assessed home value for tax purposes similarly leaves schools—which receive roughly 70 percent of property tax revenue—scrambling to balance their books. Stokes has warned that limiting property tax growth without careful policy design reduces the property tax base, shifting the burden to other, more distortionary taxes. He argues that property taxes—particularly on land and real estate—are among the least harmful taxes to economic growth compared with income or sales taxes. Wholesale caps or freezes discourage local fiscal responsibility. Missouri's recent property tax changes—including the creation of “zero percent” and “five percent” counties where valuations can't drive tax increases without voter approval—reflect a similar temptation to cut taxes without addressing the broader revenue implications. Stokes has noted that such approaches may do little to improve fairness while shrinking the tax base that supports schools and local services. If policymakers in the Show-Me State pay attention to the experience of other states, they'll proceed with caution. Cutting property taxes without sustainable alternate revenue exacerbates budget stress for counties and schools and shifts costs to taxes that are more damaging to growth, such as income or sales taxes. Ensuring that relief targets those most in need—as opposed to broad caps that change how local governments fund core services—preserves local autonomy and avoids the fiscal cliff other states are now confronting. Missouri's leaders should focus on reforms that improve fairness and economic efficiency—not simply reducing bills at the expense of services Missourians value. Produced by Show-Me Opportunity

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THE TIM JONES AND CHRIS ARPS SHOW 0:00 SEGMENT 1: Who will be the next leader of Iran? 14:56 SEGMENT 2: DAVID STOKES, Director of Municipal Policy at the Show-Me Institute || TOPIC: Kirkwood is examining potential impacts of water system sale || A new study that shows the positive impacts of rapid transit systems installing gates to prevent fare evasion like metrolink is currently working on. || O'Fallon is putting "the most absurd tax in Missouri", according to David, on the ballot in April. https://showmeinstitute.org/author/david-stokes/https://x.com/DavidCStokes 34:11 SEGMENT 3: CHRIS’ CORNER Megyn Kelly is engaging in textbook anti-semetic framing https://newstalkstl.com/ SHOW PAGE - https://newstalkstl.com/tim-jones-chris-arps/ FOLLOW TIM - https://twitter.com/SpeakerTimJones FOLLOW CHRIS - https://twitter.com/chris_arps 24/7 LIVESTREAM - http://bit.ly/NEWSTALKSTLSTREAMS RUMBLE - https://rumble.com/NewsTalkSTL See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

THE TIM JONES AND CHRIS ARPS SHOW 0:00 SEGMENT 1: Who will be the next leader of Iran? 14:56 SEGMENT 2: DAVID STOKES, Director of Municipal Policy at the Show-Me Institute || TOPIC: Kirkwood is examining potential impacts of water system sale || A new study that shows the positive impacts of rapid transit systems installing gates to prevent fare evasion like metrolink is currently working on. || O'Fallon is putting "the most absurd tax in Missouri", according to David, on the ballot in April. https://showmeinstitute.org/author/david-stokes/https://x.com/DavidCStokes 34:11 SEGMENT 3: CHRIS’ CORNER Megyn Kelly is engaging in textbook anti-semetic framing https://newstalkstl.com/ SHOW PAGE - https://newstalkstl.com/tim-jones-chris-arps/ FOLLOW TIM - https://twitter.com/SpeakerTimJones FOLLOW CHRIS - https://twitter.com/chris_arps 24/7 LIVESTREAM - http://bit.ly/NEWSTALKSTLSTREAMS RUMBLE - https://rumble.com/NewsTalkSTL See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

9:05 – 9:22 (17mins) David Stokes, Director of Municipal Policy at theShow-Me Institute, @DavidCStokes @ShowMe ShowMeInstitute.org The Kimpton hotel project in Midtown, at part of the Wells Fargo campus, may get yet a bigger tax breakas costs climb to $101 million. Good news/bad news in St. Charles County. A new subdivision has finally been approved in Wentzvilleand O'Fallon is putting "the most absurd tax in Missouri", according to David, on the ballot in April. 9:25 – 9:37 (12mins) Larry Conners Weekly: "Mr. Conner's Neighborhood @LarryConnersUSA See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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David Stokes explains why STL County wants to raise your taxes. Here's how it could affect you

Hour 2 kicks off with Marc talking about a student that was hit by a car at a school walk out protest. David Stokes explains why ST Louis County want to raise your taxes and Tom Ackerman on SLU unbelievable win streak.

David Stokes, Elias Tsapelas, and Avery Frank join Zach Lawhorn to break down Governor Mike Kehoe's State of the State address, including what we know so far about his plan to eliminate Missouri's income tax, proposals to modernize Missouri's tax system, and the need to rein in state spending. They also discuss open enrollment legislation, the new Missouri Advanced Nuclear Task Force and AI strategy executive order, the push to privatize downtown St. Louis convention center operations, what the Dome's history says about stadium subsidies, Kansas City's stadium debate, what they are watching in Jefferson City, and more. Produced by Show-Me Opportunity

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