Wake Up Mid-Missouri

01/28/2025

How come ICE is able to find so many criminal (multiply so!) illegal aliens at a 500 +/- daily? Abhorrent Biden policy being cleaned up every day…tomorrow we talk with former immigration judge Andrew Arthur from

@8:10. BBC lets the world know…U.S. is not a patsy any more.

There were raids in Miami, Chicago, Newark and New Jersey on Sunday in an operation involving several agencies.

01/27/2025

(LISTEN): State Sen. Rick Brattin (R-Harrisonville) discusses State of State, education and food on "Wake Up Missouri" | Missouri’s new governor wants to expand school choice. Governor Mike Kehoe (R) made his comments during his inauguration address two weeks ago, and he's expected to provide more details during Tuesday afternoon's State of the State. "We will face entrenched special interests, a fear of change, and a culture that says we should keep doing things the way we’ve always done them. But Missourians did not send us here to do what’s comfortable. They expect results. They deserve results. And with my administration, they will get results," Kehoe told the crowd at his inauguration. State Sen. Rick Brattin (R-Harrisonville) joined us live on 939 the Eagle's "Wake Up Missouri". Brattin chairs the Senate Education Committee and this is national school choice week. Chairman Brattin tells listeners that he wants to give children an opportunity to get out of failing districts and into districts where they can receive a great education. Chairman Brattin also tells listeners that there is what he calls "woke indoctrination" happening at many public schools in Missouri, referencing the highly-publicized 2023 incident in Columbia involving three drag queens at the Columbia Values Diversity breakfast, with CPS students in the audience. Chairman Brattin also says the Freedom Caucus is focused on making Missouri healthy again. He says more and more people want to know what is going into our food and that people want to be more healthy:

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01/27/2025

(LISTEN): "Missouri Times" publisher Scott Faughn previews State of the State on "Wake Up Missouri" | Public safety, crime and education are expected to be some of the top priorities new Missouri Governor Mike Kehoe (R) emphasizes during his State of the State address Tuesday afternoon at 3 in Jefferson City. The governor emphasized all of them during this month's inauguration address. Governor Kehoe says securing Missouri’s future begins with public safety. He says says too many Missourians don’t feel safe and that because of that, they cannot be productive. The governor immediately signed six executive orders in his office after the inauguration ceremony, involving public safety. Governor Kehoe also emphasized expanding school choice and reducing taxes, in his inauguration address. "Missouri Times" publisher Scott Faughn joined us live on 939 the Eagle's "Wake Up Missouri", telling listeners that he expects Governor Kehoe to call for state control of the St. Louis Police Department. Mr. Faughn also discussed the Kansas City Chiefs' 32-29 win over Buffalo in the AFC championship game. Scott predicts that the Chiefs will remain at Arrowhead Stadium, but that expensive renovations will be needed and that more luxury boxes will need to be built. Arrowhead Stadium was built in 1972:

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01/24/2025

(LISTEN): State Rep. Jamie Gragg (R-Ozark) discusses school cell phones on "Wake Up Missouri" | Legislation involving schools and cell phones has been filed by State Rep. Jamie Gragg (R-Ozark), who represents southwest Missouri's Christian County. His bill would require school districts across Missouri to adopt a written policy on electronic telecommunication devices starting in the 2025-2026 school year. Representative Gragg's House Bill 408 would prohibit student use of cell phones and smart watches during regularly-scheduled instructional activities. Exceptions are included for students with documented needs and for health reasons. Rep. Gragg joined us live on 939 the Eagle's "Wake Up Missouri." He is also an outspoken supporter of school choice:

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01/24/2025

01/22/2025

(LISTEN): State Sen. Curtis Trent (R-Springfield) discusses hazing legislation and jury pay on "Wake Up Missouri" | The family of former Mizzou student Danny Santulli says he is unable to walk, talk or see after a hazing incident in Columbia in October 2021. Santulli's family says Danny will need care for life due to a severe, permanent brain injury. State Sen. Curtis Trent (R-Springfield) has filed anti-hazing legislation again this year aimed at preventing an incident like this from happening again. Senator Trent's bill would prevent someone from being convicted of hazing if they’re the first to call 911 or campus security to report a need for medical assistance. Danny Santulli was forced to drink vodka to the point that he lost consciousness, before being thrown on a couch. Senator Trent joined us live on 939 the Eagle's "Wake Up Missouri", telling listeners that he is hopeful about the bill passing. Senator Trent also discussed his bipartisan bill to raise jury pay, saying that under current law, jurors essentially are volunteering their time:

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01/21/2025

(LISTEN): Jefferson City Mayor Ron Fitzwater discusses Trump inauguration and tri-level on "Wake Up Missouri" | Jefferson City's mayor is praising Monday's inauguration of President Donald Trump (R), describing it as an exciting day for the United States and for the world. Mayor Ron Fitzwater, a Republican, joined us live on 939 the Eagle's "Wake Up Missouri", telling listeners that President Trump did a great job Monday of outlining his vision for the country. Mayor Fitzwater is also pleased that U.S. Reps. Sam Graves (R-Tarkio) and Jason Smith (R-Salem) will chair the House Transportation Committee and the Ways and Means Committee this year, respectively. We also discussed Jefferson City's aging tri-level during the interview. Mayor Fitzwater tells listeners that the tri-level remains a priority, adding that Chairman Graves is well aware of the problems with it. The mayor is hopeful that Jefferson City can get some federal funding for it. The state Department of Transportation (MoDOT) says it would cost about $93-million to rebuild the tri-level and the Rex Whitton Expressway. MoDOT tells 939 the Eagle that about 86,000 vehicles a day come through the tri-level area, with three major highways converging in the same area. MoDOT says the tri-level bridges were built in 1964 and that the “flyover” bridges were built in 1991:

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01/20/2025

(LISTEN): Missouri House Majority Floor Leader Alex Riley (R-Springfield) appears on "Wake Up Missouri" | Missouri's 2025 legislative session began a week-and-a-half ago, and new House Majority Floor Leader Alex Riley (R-Springfield) says the Missouri House will deliver on what he describes as big, conservative ideas that House Republican candidates campaigned on. Republicans have a 110-52 supermajority in the Missouri House again this year. Leader Riley joined us live on 939 the Eagle's "Wake Up Missouri", telling listeners that he and House Speaker Jonathan Patterson (R-Lee's Summit) wanted to get off to a fast start. Leader Riley predicts the House will approve legislation this session that would provide tax cuts, protect the Second Amendment and legislation involving transgender issues. We also discussed heavily-traveled I-70 and I-44 during the interview. Missouri lawmakers has approved a $2.8 billion plan to rebuild and expand I-70 to six lanes across Missouri, from Wentzville to Blue Springs. They've also approved funding to three-lane I-44 in the Springfield, Joplin and Rolla areas. Leader Riley tells listeners that the state doesn't have the $10-billion to expand I-44 across the state, noting I-44 has numerous hill and more bridges that I-70:

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01/17/2025

How many beverages is too many?!?

01/17/2025

Uncover the flaws in the Missouri Plan! We dissect this judicial selection process, exploring its undemocratic nature and comparing it to more democratic alternatives. Is the Missouri Plan truly fair? Join our discussion!

01/17/2025

Join us as we explore the challenges and priorities of the NFIB during the Missouri legislative session. We discuss crucial tax issues and regulatory reforms impacting small businesses, offering insights for entrepreneurs and business owners.

01/17/2025

The Wake Up Team at the Zimmys!

01/17/2025

Great to work with these best in class news men. And so sweet to report the dawning of a New Golden Age in America that night! About the bananas? Listen tomorrow! 🤣

01/15/2025

Wake Up Missouri was LIVE this morning from the Governor’s Prayer Breakfast.

01/15/2025

Live from the Governor’s Prayer Breakfast

01/14/2025

Good to see so many Family members last night!

We had a BALL!

01/14/2025

Great people and great expectations defined the vibe at the Governor’s Ball tonight!