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While Missouri’s GOP governor has not made a decision yet on whether he’ll call a special session for congressional redistricting, he says Illinois Democrats have gerrymandered their map. Governor Mike Kehoe spoke to reporters, including 939 the Eagle, in Columbia last week. The governor says the U.S. House should stay in GOP control. State Rep. David Tyson Smith (D-Columbia) says a special session on congressional redistricting would be unconstitutional. "Missouri Times" publisher Scott Faughn was live this morning on 939 the Eagle's "Wake Up Missouri" and suggests a special session is a good possibility. Mr. Faughn says if it does, the new GOP congressional district could run from the Independence area to Columbia. He says with that map, Missouri House Speaker Rep. Jon Patterson (R-Lee's Summit) and State Sens. Kurtis Gregory (R-Marshall) and Tony Luetkemeyer (R-Parkville) would be potential candidates in the new district. Scott also discussed his interview with Governor Mike Kehoe at the state Fair and why

Approximately 70 Columbia-area business leaders and elected officials will travel to Columbia, South Carolina from September 30 through October 2 for the annual leadership visit. Columbia Chamber of Commerce president Matt McCormick joined host Fred Parry in-studio for the hour Saturday morning on 939 the Eagle’s “CEO Roundtable”. While the Columbia/Boone County contingent is expected to visit the University of South Carolina, Williams-Brice Stadium and other destinations, Mr. McCormick tells listeners there are other things there that grab his attention. “They’re doing some really cool things around downtown safety. They just did a convention center feasibility study and building (a) convention center. Revitalization of some of their streets,” Mr. McCormick tells listeners. Columbia is South Carolina’s capital city. Other popular destinations people visit there are the University of South Carolina and Riverbanks zoo and garden. The Columbia Missouri Chamber of Commerce has about 1,000 members representing ab

Columbia’s police chief says CPD now has four vacancies, down from the 40 vacancies when she was sworn-in. Police Chief Jill Schlude joined hosts Randy Tobler and Peter Thiele live on two segments on 939 the Eagle’s “Wake Up Missouri," telling listeners that CPD is currently three officers and one sergeant short:

Columbia's police chief says there has been sustained and escalating gun violence in downtown Columbia in the past 18 months. Chief Jill Schlude appeared live in-studio on 939 the Eagle's "Wake Up Missouri", telling listeners that three uninvolved bystanders have been shot in the past 18 months downtown, with numerous others put at risk. She also says most of the large disturbances and fights that have happened in downtown Columbia occur after 1:30 am:

Look for Boone County commissioners to move swiftly to update the senior real estate tax relief program, after voters in Columbia/Boone County approved Boone Proposition 1 at the polls. Tuesday's final vote was 12,233 in favor and 3,506 votes against it. The measure involves exempting senior citizens from increases in property taxes. Boone County commissioners say they intend to ensure no disruption for the thousands of seniors who already participate in the program. Former State Rep. Cheri Toalson Reisch (R-Hallsville) pushed the measure and urged voters to approve it, telling 939 the Eagle that this is a full freeze to include bond levies. She joined hosts Randy Tobler and Stephanie Bell live this morning on "Wake Up Missouri" and tells listeners that commissioners will address the issue on Tuesday morning at 9:30 am:

While he hasn’t made a decision on whether he’ll call a special session for congressional redistricting, Missouri Governor Mike Kehoe (R) says he’ll work with legislative leaders to see if there’s a path forward. Governor Kehoe briefed reporters, including 939 the Eagle, after a rural education conference in Columbia. The governor says the U-S House should stay in GOP control. “We’ve spoken with the Trump administration and with members of Congress, so those are all the stakeholders that are involved. And obviously Missourians are stakeholders too. We want to make sure we represent their conservative values in Washington DC, so that’s important," the governor says. GOP supporters of a special session like State Sen. Nick Schroer (R-O'Fallon) want to see a 7-1 GOP map in Missouri. Democratic critics say that would be gerrymandering. Former Missouri Senate President Pro Tem Caleb Rowden (R-Columbia) spoke on 939 the Eagle's "Wake Up Missouri", telling listeners this would be precedent setting and unfortunate. H

Mizzou Athletics has announced that Mizzou football season tickets have sold out for this season. It’s the second straight season Mizzou has sold out football’s season ticket allotment. Former Columbia mayor Brian Treece joined us live on 939 the Eagle's "Wake Up Missouri" and tells listeners that the impact of football Saturdays in Columbia is huge. He notes large crowds at places like Harpo's and Booche's. Mayor Treece also discussed other topics during the live interview, including Columbia's homeless camps and today's election:

Missouri Department of Natural Resources (DNR) director Kurt Schaefer says the agency is waiting for Columbia to submit a plan for how they’ll stop human waste and trash from homeless camps from getting into the Hinkson creek. DNR director Schaefer appeared live this morning on 939 the Eagle’s “Wake Up Missouri”, saying there are about 60 homeless residents in the camp near I-70 and Highway 63, near Bob Evans. Director Schaefer says Columbia has a growing homeless population for its size. He also says DNR receives numerous complaints about the needles, human excrement and trash from the homeless camp near Bob Evans. He says they’ve had several good meetings with Columbia officials. Columbia spokeswoman Syndey Olsen says the city remains committed to protecting water quality for its residents:

The 2025 Missouri state fair kicks off Thursday August 7 in west-central Missouri’s Sedalia and runs until Sunday August 17. This year’s theme is “Step on in.” Missouri Department of Agriculture (MDA) director Chris Chinn joined hosts Randy Tobler and Stephanie Bell live on 939 the Eagle’s “Wake Up Missouri” to preview the fair. Director Chinn tells listeners that the biggest improvement you’ll see at the state fair in Sedalia is the Governor Mike Parson Arena being constructed there. “So the warm-up arena is already up and ready and they are constructing the big arena right now. We’re actually going to send our tram route through that area so that fairgoers can watch that construction in progress and be a part of that,” Director Chinn says. There are big names who will perform at the State Fair Grandstand as well, including Wynonna Judd, Flo Rida and John Anderson. There will be tons of fair food and the popular “Pork Place restaurant” and the Beef House. Numerous livestock shows are planned, along with draf

Voters in Columbia/Boone County will cast ballots Tuesday on Proposition 1, which involves exempting senior citizens from increases in property taxes. Former State Rep. Cheri Toalson Reisch (R-Hallsville) is urging voters to vote yes on Tuesday, saying this is a full freeze to include bond levies. She joined host Fred Parry in-studio Saturday morning on 939 the Eagle’s “CEO Roundtable” and discussed Proposition One. Former Rep. Toalson Reisch says seniors deserve a break on their property taxes. Meantime, voters in Columbia’s second ward will be filling a vacant council seat. Former second ward Councilwoman Lisa Meyer resigned in May for health reasons, so that seat has been vacant for more than two months. Businessman Ken Rice is running against activist Vera Elwood. The second ward includes the Belwood, Park DeVille, Parkade and Vanderveen neighborhoods along with some retirement homes. While Mr. Rice gives city manager De’Carlon Seewood a grade a “D”, he adds that the council gets in Mr. Seewood’s way. Mr.

State Sen. Nick Schroer (R-O'Fallon) says nothing in the Missouri Constitution would prohibit lawmakers from holding a special session on congressional redistricting and drawing a 7-1 Missouri GOP map. Missouri Senate President Pro Tem Cindy O'Laughln (R-Shelbina) joined hosts Randy Tobler and Stephanie Bell live on 939 the Eagle's "Wake Up Missouri." Pro Tem O'Laughlin says Governor Mike Kehoe (R) has not issued a special session call at this time, nor has she spoken to him about it. She says if he pursues it, Missouri lawmakers will go along with him. She also says it's frightening to think of what the United States would be with Democrats in charge of Congress. Missouri Senate President Pro Tem O'Laughlin tells listeners that President Donald Trump has saved the country:

Two Missouri GOP lawmakers and attorney Ron Calzone have filed a lawsuit in Cole County Circuit Court this morning challenging a law signed by Governor Mike Kehoe (R) involving the Chiefs and the Royals. The bill is aimed at keeping the Chiefs and Royals in Missouri. While the bill had bipartisan support, it also had opposition from lawmakers in both parties. State Sen. Mike Moon (R-Ash Grove), State Rep. Bryant Wolfin (R-St. Genevieve) and Counselor Calzone filed it this morning. Senator Moon and Calzone joined host Gary Nolan live on 939 the Eagle's "Gary Nolan show". Both tell listeners that the bill violates the Missouri Constitution in several ways, including having multiple subjects. Senator Moon tells listeners that he's hopeful the courts will rule in his favor:

Fox News Radio correspondent Jeff Monosso has been in Cincinnati reporting on a brutal downtown assault that has drawn nationwide attention. Mr. Monosso joined hosts Randy Tobler and Stephanie Bell live on 939 the Eagle's "Wake Up Missouri" this morning to discuss the incident. Mr. Monosso says there have been at least five arrests and tells listeners that Cincinnati police are trying to identify at least eight others. The police chief says at least 100 people witnessed the assault, but only one called police:

The Missouri Senate Freedom Caucus wants to see Governor Mike Kehoe (R) call a special session for congressional redistricting. State Sen. Nick Schroer (R-O’Fallon) and other members of the Freedom Caucus want to see a 7-1 GOP congressional map. Senator Schroer joined hosts Randy Tobler and Stephanie Bell live this morning on 939 the Eagle’s “Wake Up Missouri.” Senator Schroer pushed for a 7-1 map when redistricting came up. He says nothing in Missouri’s Constitution prohibits Republicans from doing this and tells listeners that Democrats will challenge anything Republicans do. He also says under the current map, Missouri’s second district is challenging for Republicans. He says that in the future, what he describes as a JFK Democrat could beat what he calls a weak Republican, when U.S. Rep. Ann Wagner (R-Ballwin) retires

The Columbia-based Boone County Fire Protection District says it will be the first district in Missouri to use firefighting foam made from soybeans. District assistant chief Gale Blomenkamp joined hosts Rady Tobler and Stephanie Bell live this morning on 939 the Eagle's "Wake Up Missouri." Mr. Blomenkamp tells listeners that this is new technology and is good for wood and paper fires and also for gas and diesel fires:

The Missouri Senate Freedom Caucus is calling on Governor Mike Kehoe (R) to call a special session for congressional redistricting. They and U.S. Rep. Bob Onder (R-Lake St. Louis) want to see a 7-1 GOP congressional map. "Missouri Times" publisher Scott Faughn joined hosts Dr. Randy Tobler and Stephanie Bell live on 939 the Eagle's "Wake Up Missouri" this morning to discuss the issue. Mr. Faughn says Democrats didn't raise any objections when Illinois Democrats gerrymandered districts there. However, Faughn warns Missouri Republicans will not be as popular as the are now, in the future. He tells listeners that if Missouri Republicans redraw a 7-1 map, it could be 5-3 in the future, with Democrats picking up a few seats down the line:

New Stephens College president Dr. Shannon Lundeen describes Columbia, Missouri as “college town USA.” She is the 25th president at Stephens, which is the nation’s second-oldest women’s college. Dr. Lundeen joined host Fred Parry in-studio for the hour Saturday morning on 939 the Eagle’s “CEO Roundtable” and outlined her immediate priorities, which include transparency and a culture of trust. “And you can’t do that without listening first. So and I value expertise from my senior leadership team. I need expertise and I value differing points of view,” Dr. Lundeen tells listeners. She notes there are only 31 brick-and-mortar women’s colleges left in the nation, and says that number gives Stephens an edge. She talked about her first impressions of Columbia and of Stephens College, including the beautiful buildings on campus. Something else a few blocks away grabbed Dr. Lundeen’s attention and impressed her immediately. “For being in, you know, college town USA, one of the last things that you would expect is tha

Jefferson City businessman Jake Vogel of Coca Cola has formed a committee to run for the state Senate seat currently held by State Sen. Mike Bernskoetter (R-Jefferson City), who will be term-limited in 2026. Mr. Vogel joined hosts Stephanie Bell and Peter Thiele on 939 the Eagle's "Wake Up Missouri". Mr. Vogel grew up in Jefferson City, graduating from JC in 2001. He earned a degree from St. Louis University before joining the U.S. Army, serving as an Army Ranger. Mr. Vogel served two tours in Iraq and two in Afghanistan. Mr. Vogel's late father is former State Rep. and former State Sen. Carl Vogel (R-Jefferson City), who served 18 years in the Missouri Legislature. Jake Vogel tells listeners his late father is the best mentor he's had in life, noting his bipartisan efforts:

Legendary wrestler Hulk Hogan died this week at the age of 71. Many wrestling fans first saw him as "Thunderlips" in the movie Rocky III. 939 the Eagle's Stephanie Bell, Peter Thiele and Brian Hauswirth discussed Hogan's wrestling career this morning on 939 the Eagle's "Wake Up Missouri" and discussed Thunderlips, the WWF action figures and a cartoon called "Hulk Hogan's Rock and Wrestling" that aired in 1985:

The Missouri Department of Revenue (DOR) is currently working on a new system so automobile dealers can collect sales tax on vehicle purchases. DOR director Trish Vincent joined hosts Randy Tobler and Stephanie Bell live on 939 the Eagle's "Wake Up Missouri" this morning. Director Vincent doesn't expect that system to be done until late 2026 or early 2027. She says Senate Bill 28, which takes effect on August 28, allows DOR to implement that when the system goes live. She also says the bill makes some changes on temp tags. You'll no longer be able to get one for 90 days: