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.
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,...
In this week's episode, Editor Gary Castor chats with Amanda Love, Secretary of the Magnolia's Ministry Board, about the local organization, which offers resources...
Missouri First Lady Teresa Parson chats with News Tribune Managing Editor Gary Castor about the upcoming fall festival and trick-or-treating event at the Governor's...