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This week's news

Unpaid caregiving is reaching unprecedented levels nationwide, but a new analysis suggests Missouri may be less burdened than most states — even as advocates warn many families are still falling through the cracks. Najifa Farhat with KBIA reports.

Bad weather can be stressful, but perhaps even more so if it has the ability to wipe out a season of work, as it can in agriculture. Now, a new University of Missouri study is looking into how weather affects farmer mental health and well-being. Jana Schleis with KBIA reports.

The landscape of abortion rights in Missouri could change drastically because of a trial set to begin Monday in Jackson County Circuit Court. Noah Taborda with KCUR has the story.

Is your home in need of some color this winter? The University of Missouri Extension suggests bromeliads as a vibrant, low-maintenance option for indoor plant lovers. KXCV-KRNW's Jessica Peddycoart has more.

The Missouri Department of Transportation is planning improvements to the intersection of U.S. Route 71 and 340th Street south of Maryville in anticipation of increased traffic from a new natural gas power plant. Read Corby Rardon's story.

Maryville vigil honors Renee Good and other victims of "oppressive power". On Jan. 12, the movement came to Maryville, MO as residents turned out for a demonstration and vigil, lining up along Main Street in front of the United Methodist Church near the city’s historic center. Gavin McGough has more.

At the Maryville Planning and Zoning Commission's 6-1 recommendation, the Maryville City Council voted unanimously against a special-use permit that would make a townhome into a short-term rental property Monday evening. Erickson said a long-term rental would likely be occupied by college students. While she said she didn’t want to diminish college students’ importance to the community, she also didn’t want the house to go through the increased wear and tear that comes with renting to that demographic. Dakota Oswalt with the Northwest Missourian has the story.

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Coming Up in our Region

Gooney Bird Greene & Her True Life Adventures: Children's Community Theatre

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Elton Dan & The Rocketband: Featuring Janice Hill

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Programs to catch

Morning Conversation

At the outset of the 2026 legislative session, which began on Jan. 7, Senator Rusty Black spoke with KXCV News about his legislative and budgetary priorities and his approach to school funding.

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Bearcat Rewind

Bearcat Radio's Matt Tritten talks to current and former Bearcat coaches and players for the inside scoop on historic games and current successes at Northwest on the Bearcat Rewind podcast.

Bearcat Coaches Show

A weekly sit down with coaches and student-athletes to update Bearcat fans on all things sports at Northwest Missouri State University.

This Week in History

Each week, student historians at Northwest Missouri State University take a dive into Nodaway County newspaper archives to bring us the stories of times past.

“This Week in History” is a collaboration of the Nodaway County Historical Society Museum, the Northwest Missouri State University History Department, and KXCV-KRNW.

KXCV-KRNW Book Club

Catch up on previous episodes of our Book Club on our website. Turn the pages with us and tell us your thoughts!

Bearcat Wellness Minute

These sessions offer insights and support for mental, physical, and emotional health.

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