KSMU - Ozarks Public Radio

KSMU - Ozarks Public Radio KSMU's mission is to help listeners explore ideas and their application to citizenship. As the public radio service for the Ozarks, KSMU values audience input.

Since 1974, KSMU - Ozarks Public Radio, the region's NPR affiliate, has been bringing high quality news, culture, and entertainment programming to the Ozarks region. We ask that your comments to the local and regional news stories we share are written in a civil manner. View our discussion policy here: https://www.ksmu.org/ksmus-community-discussion-guidelines

🎶 Arts News host Jimmy Rea has his KSMU swag… do you? 🍁📻 Right now, you can grab your own KSMU goodies while supplies la...
10/12/2025

🎶 Arts News host Jimmy Rea has his KSMU swag… do you? 🍁

📻 Right now, you can grab your own KSMU goodies while supplies last! Pick a thank-you gift with your membership or donation at ksmu.org/give — whether it’s a sticker to show off your love for public radio, a cozy mug for fall, a "Turn Up" T-shirt to wear proudly, a beanie for chilly days, or go all out with the Fan Bundle, which includes everything plus a KSMU tote bag!

Hurry — these fan favorites are going fast! 💛 Your support keeps public radio alive, bringing trusted journalism, inspiring stories, and music that connects our community every day.

🍂 Become a sustaining member today: ksmu.org/give

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🎶📻 Weekends on KSMU are packed with local shows made possible by you! Your support keeps community voices, stories, and ...
10/11/2025

🎶📻 Weekends on KSMU are packed with local shows made possible by you! Your support keeps community voices, stories, and sounds alive on the air. 💛

Start your Saturday night with Seldom Heard Music at 7 p.m., where Mike Smith shares bluegrass, acoustic, and old-timey favorites. 🎻 Then roll into The Gold Ring at 9 p.m. with Lee Worman for nearly an hour of traditional Celtic and British Isles tunes. 🍀🎶

Sundays bring more local favorites—Ozark Highlands Radio at 8 p.m. features music and stories from the Ozark Folk Center State Park, followed by The Mulberry Tree at 9 p.m., where Emily Higgins shares folk and singer-songwriter selections from around the world. 🌳🎵

🍂💙 Your support keeps weekends full of music, tradition, and community—join or renew your membership today: ksmu.org/give

🧡 A huge thank you to our local businesses for fueling our KSMU pledge volunteers! Your generous donations of food have ...
10/11/2025

🧡 A huge thank you to our local businesses for fueling our KSMU pledge volunteers! Your generous donations of food have kept our team energized and motivated, and we’re especially grateful to Bambinos, First Watch, Price Cutter, and Neighbor's Mill for supporting our volunteers and helping make this week a success! 🍎🥪☕



Neighbor's Mill Springfield - Independence Bambinos Cafe on Delmar First Watch First Watch - National Ave Bambinos Cafe on Battlefield Price Cutter

🎶📻 Friday—a full day of local programming made for our community! Start your morning with Arts News, where we highligh...
10/10/2025

🎶📻 Friday—a full day of local programming made for our community! Start your morning with Arts News, where we highlight local artists, performers, and upcoming events across the Ozarks. 🎭☕

Start your evening with The Roundabout and roll right into hours of music that keep the good vibes going—The Basement, Local Radar, and World Beat Broadcast bring you rock, hip-hop, local tunes, and global sounds all in one Friday night lineup. 🚗🎶🌍

Your support helps keep local voices, music, and stories alive on KSMU! 💛
🍂 Become a member today and help sustain the shows that make public radio special: ksmu.org/give

Matteson Gregory on Studio Live - be sure to join us for Studio Live Social Hour tonight from 6-8 pm at BrewCo! 🎵
10/10/2025

Matteson Gregory on Studio Live - be sure to join us for Studio Live Social Hour tonight from 6-8 pm at BrewCo! 🎵

🎶TONIGHT'S the night! Join us at Studio Live Social Hour at BrewCo from 6–8 PM for an evening of live music, great conve...
10/10/2025

🎶TONIGHT'S the night! Join us at Studio Live Social Hour at BrewCo from 6–8 PM for an evening of live music, great conversation, and community vibes. Indie pop artist Matteson Gregory will be performing — and you’ll want to be there in person for a chance to win free tickets to Noises Off at Springfield Little Theatre! 🎭

Bring a friend, grab a drink, and settle in for a night that celebrates local arts 💛. We'll see you there! 🎤


BrewCo Springfield Little Theatre Matteson Gregory

📻🎉 It’s Final Friday of the KSMU Fall Pledge Drive — and the studio is buzzing with warmth and gratitude!📞 Call in and c...
10/10/2025

📻🎉 It’s Final Friday of the KSMU Fall Pledge Drive — and the studio is buzzing with warmth and gratitude!

📞 Call in and chat with our amazing volunteer crew: Mary, Judith, Sandra, Rachel, Margaret, Debra, and Jane — they’re ready to take your call and celebrate your support for public radio!

🧦 Special guest host Steve Miller is keeping cozy in the studio with his NPR socks — proof that public radio warms hearts and hands!

👉 Donate now at ksmu.org or call in to make your gift. Let’s finish strong together!

You tuned in. You turned up. And thanks to your support, we’ve hit our $100,000 milestone! 🙌 But Final Friday isn’t just...
10/10/2025

You tuned in. You turned up. And thanks to your support, we’ve hit our $100,000 milestone! 🙌 But Final Friday isn’t just about reaching the mark—it’s about going beyond.

Let’s amplify the impact. Every gift helps to fill the gap left by funding cuts, and every gift this morning helps us build a stronger, more resilient future for public radio: more local reporting, more music, more independence.

📞 Call 417-836-5768
🌐 Give at ksmu.org/give

10/09/2025

🎶📻 Which KSMU shows do you never want to miss? From live music sessions to local news, storytelling, and community features, these programs are what make public radio so special. Share the shows that inspire, entertain, and connect you in the comments—we’d love to hear which ones keep you tuning in week after week! 💛

💬 Join the conversation and tell us your favorite shows!
🍂 Support local programming by becoming a member: ksmu.org/give

10/09/2025

🎙️ Pass the Mic, Power the Mission! 🎙️
At KSMU, every voice matters—and during our Fall Pledge Drive, we’re passing the mic to celebrate the team behind the stories you trust. 💛

These are the voices behind the mic — and behind the mission. Support the team that brings you trusted news, local stories, and great music.

📞 Call 417-836-5768 or pledge online at ksmu.org/give to keep public radio thriving in the Ozarks!

🧠 KSMU's next Trivia Night is happening November 13! 🍁 Get ready for fun questions, friendly competition, and plenty of ...
10/09/2025

🧠 KSMU's next Trivia Night is happening November 13! 🍁 Get ready for fun questions, friendly competition, and plenty of public radio spirit. 🎟️ Register now at ksmu.org/trivia!

❓ If you love testing your knowledge at trivia, you probably also enjoy tuning in to KSMU for engaging stories, in-depth news, and thoughtful conversations every day.

🍂 This week, consider showing your support for the programming you love. 📻 Turn up for KSMU and become a sustaining member today: ksmu.org/give
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📞 Call us — we're here to take your pledge!📱 417-836-5768Linda, Katie, and Jan are volunteering at the phones and ready ...
10/09/2025

📞 Call us — we're here to take your pledge!
📱 417-836-5768

Linda, Katie, and Jan are volunteering at the phones and ready to help you support the programming you love.

Your pledge keeps public broadcasting strong in the Ozarks!

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