Meet the mother-daughter duo bringing 50 flavors of Hawaiian-style shave ice – plus ice cream-stuffed creations – to the Schnucks parking lot on Forum all summer long. Whether it’s a backyard party or a 500-person corporate event, Jessie and Ella Yankee’s crew of 17 teens will roll up with a pop-up Hokulia Shave Ice catering setup and unforgettable customer service. June 29, 2026

We're talking about EnCircle Technologies, where neurodivergent teens and adults build confidence, social skills, and tech talents that can transform their futures, with its director, Kalynn Ramsey! Discover how Woodhaven’s passionate team and community partners are opening doors to real-world employment, internships, and life-changing connections. June 26, 2026

We're at Columbia-based Hockman Interiors for a powerful conversation with retired hip and knee surgeon David E. Hockman as he unveils his deeply personal new book, 'Surgeon Unmasked: A Journey From Shame to Grace'. From anxiety, depression, and chronic illness to church hurt and hard-won healing, Hockman shares a raw, vulnerable story meant to bring hope and freedom to others. Discover why all proceeds go to Coyote Hill Foster Care Ministries and how you can grab a signed copy in-store or order on Amazon today! June 25, 2026

From ballpark hamburgers to her go-to local spots like Jose Jalapeno’s and Addison’s, Mizzou Women's Basketball head coach Kellie Harper is keeping it real about parenting, community, and finding her rhythm in a sports-obsessed town. Plus, she gives us the scoop on “A Night at Our Zou,” happening June 30 at Mizzou Arena. Fans can meet the team, connect with local vendors, and experience Mizzou Women’s Basketball up close. June 24, 2026

Mizzou Women’s Basketball head coach Kellie Harper breaks down last season’s postseason breakthrough and the bold expectations for a young but hungry Tigers squad. From recruiting “great people” in the NIL/transfer portal era to building a program that plays a month longer than the regular season, Harper shares the blueprint behind Mizzou’s next big step. June 23, 2026

Jabberwocky Studios is a Columbia non-profit that gives kids access to performing arts, visual arts, and the sciences. On today's show, theater director Darrell Bailey, programming director Jean Warford, and 11-year-old actress Marley Harper, invite everyone to come see "The Wizard of Oz" this Saturday at McKee Gymnasium- but not before giving us a sneak preview performance of "Somewhere Over the Rainbow." June 22, 2026

Camp Bowers is back this summer, and it’s bigger than ever! Lawrence Bowers – founder of LBO Sports and E3 Sports Foundation – is bringing his popular three-day camp for kids to the Columbia Sports Fieldhouse July 13–15, with Baby Ballers (for the younger hoopers) running July 16–17. Sign up today! June 18, 2026

Experience Maplewood Barn Theatre’s outdoor production of Kate Hamill’s hilarious and heartfelt adaptation of Little Women June 18-28 under the stars in Columbia. Follow the March sisters as they grow from little girls into little women with all the humor, heart, and family dynamics audiences love. Directed by Jamie Yelton and featuring Sarah Hurt as "Meg." Don’t forget your chairs and bug spray! June 17, 2026

Discover the gripping true story behind Photograph 51, a play about Rosalind Franklin’s pivotal yet uncredited role in uncovering the structure of DNA, co-produced by Talking Horse Productions and Minimal Art Productions. Set in the 1950s and framed through the memories of colleague Maurice Wilkins, this intimate, six-role ensemble drama (directed by Heather Hatton and starring Mary Shaw) explores scientific rivalry, gender bias in academia, and the personal cost of a “critical error in judgment.” June 16, 2026

Voluntary Action Center’s chief development officer, Stacie Pottinger, tells us how their annual fan drive helps low-income neighbors beat the dangerous summer heat at home. Learn how to qualify for a free fan or how to donate new/gently used fans (or just make a monetary donation) to support this life-saving community program. June 15, 2026