Joe Gamm reports on social services, health and religion, also covering legislation in the Missouri House of Representatives. He is now based in Jefferson City, but the trip from his Lake Ozark hometown was a long one. He has worked in restaurants and in construction. In 1991, he went to the West Coast, where he became a buckaroo (meaning he sat in a saddle following cattle all day) and learned to snow ski. He returned to the lake and eventually opened and ran a contracting business. But he left again to begin to learn to write. After graduating from the University of Washington, having double-majored in journalism and political science, he took a writing job in Oregon. Reporting has taken him to Texas and North Carolina. He decided to return to his home state in December. He has received awards from press associations in Washington, Oregon, Texas and North Carolina.
Missouri pandemic seems to be 'turning a corner,' Gov. Parson says
Although Missouri ranks as having the fourth-highest rate of new COVID-19 cases in the nation, state leaders said Wednesday the state seems to be "turning a corner" in the COVID-19 pandemic.
Sep. 16 2020 @ 5:10pm
Walk to raise money, awareness of suicide
The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention-Missouri Chapter will host a community walk in October as part of a nationwide push to raise money for suicide prevention.
Sep. 16 2020 @ 12:05am
Boys & Girls Club of Jefferson City announces new director
The Boys & Girls Club of Jefferson City found its new chief executive officer close to home.The nonprofit announced this morning that it is moving Chief Operation Officer Wade Middaugh to the leadership position.
Sep. 15 2020 @ 12:05am
Truman VA offers free flu vaccinations for veterans
Military veterans may receive free seasonal flu vaccinations during regularly scheduled appointments at Harry S. Truman Memorial Veterans' Hospital primary care, specialty surgery, behavioral health and other specialty clinics, according to a news release.
Sep. 14 2020 @ 11:16pm
Missouri among top states for prosecution of human-trafficking cases
Missouri was among the top 10 states last year for the number of defendants it prosecuted in human-trafficking cases, according to an annual report.
Sep. 14 2020 @ 12:05am
Lynne Bateman finds a fit at United Way of Central Missouri
Every organization needs that one person who can prepare for programs and events, keep staff on schedule for important meetings and oversee day-to-day operations.
Sep. 13 2020 @ 11:50pm
Community testing scheduled for Sept. 18-23 in select counties
The Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services announced Wednesday that a round of community testing for COVID-19 will occur Sept. 18-23.
Sep. 11 2020 @ 12:05am
Cole County Relay for Life to offer illumination in honor of cancer patients
Cole County will raise money for cancer research for an entire week, beginning Monday.Relay for Life of Cole County's "A Week of Hope" begins with an opening ceremony Monday evening.
Sep. 10 2020 @ 12:05am
Governor pleased with progress addressing coronavirus, violent crime in Missouri
Monday marked six months since COVID-19 was found in Missouri, Gov. Mike Parson pointed out at his weekly update on coronavirus in the state Wednesday.
Sep. 9 2020 @ 11:34pm
Availability of medical marijuana in Missouri expected soon
When they awarded licenses last winter, administrators of Missouri's medical marijuana program anticipated products being dispensed during the summer.
Sep. 5 2020 @ 10:29pm
Coalition of churches, nonprofits strives for 'transformational housing'
A new nonprofit is committed to creating rental housing that will help people get on their feet.
Sep. 5 2020 @ 10:26pm
Project Homeless Connect to change, move this year
The Project Homeless Connect Jefferson City will again take place in October.
Sep. 4 2020 @ 11:29pm
Mid-Missouri WWII veterans recall their service
We recognize the anniversary of the end of the war by talking with some of the Mid-Missouri area's veterans who fought in the war and listening to their memories.
Sep. 1 2020 @ 10:39pm
God's Little Tikes Childcare sees changes
God's Little Tikes Childcare is re-branding itself.
Aug. 30 2020 @ 11:44pm
Missouri Hospital Association improving information sharing to bolster health care
In the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, the ability for health care providers to share information about their patients immediately is more important than ever.
Aug. 29 2020 @ 10:57pm
Red Cross extends free antibody testing
The American Red Cross will extend free COVID-19 antibody testing for anybody who donates blood into January.
Aug. 27 2020 @ 11:30pm
Group continues protests of criminal justice legislation at Capitol
Lawmakers hear them, state Rep. Rasheen Aldridge, D-St. Louis, assured a group of protesters seeking criminal justice reform at the Missouri State Capitol on Tuesday.
Aug. 25 2020 @ 4:40pm
COVID-19 may stress staffing for nursing facilities, hospitals
As the COVID-19 pandemic continues, questions may arise about hospitals' and nursing homes' ability to maintain adequate staffing.
Aug. 25 2020 @ 12:05am
Missouri receives access to additional unemployment benefit
The Federal Emergency Management Agency approved Missouri's application to participate in the Lost Wages Assistance program.
Aug. 23 2020 @ 12:05am
American Legion post's mural taking shape
Repairs to Jefferson City's Roscoe Enloe American Legion Post 5 affected how the mural on the south side of the building looked, so the organization decided to replace it.
Aug. 22 2020 @ 11:24pm