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Help Wanted: Missouri childcare tax credit package aims to help families, workforce
2+ hour, 28+ min ago (1140+ words) by Alisa Nelson | Feb 12, 2026 The state legislature is again being asked to tackle an issue that touches every Missourian in some way " access to childcare services. Three-fourths of Missouri counties are considered childcare deserts, meaning families struggle to find quality,…...
EasterSeals Midwest uses technology to aid in quick autism diagnosis of young children (LISTEN)
1+ mon, 3+ day ago (57+ words) EasterSeals Midwest uses technology to aid in quick autism diagnosis of young children (LISTEN)Missourinet by [emailprotected] | Jan 9, 2026 EasterSealsMidwest is utilizing a tool to help diagnose autism at a very youngage." Alisa Nelson talks toJeanne Marshall, the president of the…...
Risks of traumatic brain injuries of kids playing sports
6+ mon, 2+ week ago (206+ words) by Mathew Pilger | Jul 28, 2025 As summer wraps up and with many fall sports practices such as soccer and football already underway, some folks might be at a higher risk of suffering a traumatic brain injury. MU Health Care pediatric neurosurgeon…...
Summer fun that promotes learning for Missouri's youth (LISTEN)
6+ mon, 3+ week ago (124+ words) Making STEM topics so entertaining, you are bound to learn along the way. The Discovery Center of Springfield takes pride in ushering a new age of youth through science, technology, math, and engineering. Hunter Bartelt, Director of Operations at The…...
‘Putting our money where our mouth is’: Kehoe signs free college tuition for emergency responders
6+ mon, 4+ week ago (492+ words) by Alisa Nelson | Jul 14, 2025 Missouri will soon cover up to the full cost of in-state college tuition and fees for emergency responders seeking certain majors. Gov. Mike Kehoe has signed a bill into law for police officers, firefighters, paramedics, 911 operators,…...
Missouri school districts getting ready for anticipated statewide cellphone ban
7+ mon, 2+ week ago (276+ words) by Mathew Pilger | Jun 23, 2025 A new cellphone ban in Missouri schools could look much different from district to district. The bill was passed during the last legislative session and now awaits Governor Mike Kehoe's decision. North Callaway School District's superintendent,…...
Missouri releases details of summer food program for children
8+ mon, 6+ day ago (181+ words) by Sue Danielson | Jun 6, 2025 (Jefferson City, MO)" " The state of Missouri is sharing details of a summer food program.The program, funded by the U.S. Department of Agriculture, provides meals to children (18 and under) in eligible areas when children do not…...
Three chapters across Missouri enable ways for African American youth to thrive (LISTEN)
8+ mon, 4+ week ago (197+ words) Since 1938, the Jack and Jill of America, Inc. has empowered African American youth with leadership, philanthropy, and volunteering opportunities. There are over 270 chapters nationwide, and three are in Missouri. St. Louis Chapter President Angela Rhone joins Cameron Conner to inform…...
Missouri bill proposes ‘eHarmony for babies’ database for abortion seekers, to improve adoptions
11+ mon, 2+ week ago (615+ words) by Alisa Nelson | Feb 20, 2025 Pregnant Missouri women who are considering an abortion could have their information stored in a proposed database that is being described as "eHarmony for babies." Rep. Phil Amato, R-Arnold, is the bill sponsor. During a Missouri…...