THRIVE is a University of Central Missouri program for college students with intellectual and developmental disabilities that offers a unique learning environment on the path to explore independence and personal growth.

Created in 2010, the program’s success has granted an expansion from two years to four.

Program Director Michael Brunkhorst joins Cameron Conner on Show Me Today.

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On the day Pope Francis died, the Vatican's astronomer gave a lecture on "faith and science" at Central Methodist University in Fayette, Missouri.

Brother Guy Consolmagno, a fellow Jesuit, spoke to Ashley Byrd about his leader's legacy and the importance of science to the Vatican.

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Numerous of Missouri's historic landmarks and natural wonders include "The Devil" in their names.

The Accidental Ozarkian, Barbara Baird, joins Bill Pollock on Show Me Today to share the tales of the state's over 80 locations that utilize this name.

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Missouri is moving closer to banning cities from enacting stricter regulations on tobacco, nicotine, and e-cigarette sales than the state.

Alisa Nelson talks to St. Louis County Representative Ben Keathley, who says he wants consistent tobacco laws.

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From cell phone restrictions to anti-intruder door locks and CPR training, a giant school safety package is inching through the Missouri Legislature.

Alisa Nelson talks to the bill sponsor, St. Joseph Representative Brenda Shields, who says if students feel safe, learning happens.

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An invasive fish species is making its presence more known in southeast Missouri.

Missouri Department of Conbservation fisheries biologist David Knuth joins Marshall Griffin to discuss the northern snakehead.

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Missouri could soon have an advocacy office for senior citizen care.

Alisa Nelson talks to Lieutenant Governor David Wassinger, who is talking to the legislature to make the idea a reality.

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Black bears across Missouri are emerging from winter hibernation, and it is critical to be aware when trekking across the state’s outdoors.

Missouri Department of Conservation’s bear biologist, Nate Bowersock, joins Cameron Conner on Show Me Today.

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