In this week's episode, Editor Gary Castor chats with Shauna Kerperin from the Missouri Parent Teacher Association and Paula Benne from the Jefferson City Area Chamber's Child Care Action Team.
They discuss the critical need for accessible and quality child care in Jefferson City and Cole County, Missouri. They emphasize that this shortage is exacerbated by workforce challenges in attracting and retaining child care staff. The conversation explores potential solutions such as business partnerships, legislative initiatives like the tri-share model, and community collaborations to support child care centers, families, and the local economy.
Each week, Russellville football beat writer Chris Martucci and podcast host Tony Hawley break down everything to do with Indians football. In this podcast,...
The Jefferson City Council voted to move forward with a proposal from Chesterfield Hotels to redevelop city-owned property at the Missouri State Penitentiary. The...
In this bonus episode, Managing Editor Gary Castor chats with Community Engagement Editor Layne Stracener about the Fisher Family Good Samaritan Awards and Redemption...