Chrystal Blair
Reporter with Missouri Public News ServiceChrystal Blair is a veteran news broadcaster with more than 30 years of experience in radio and television reporting, producing, and writing. She was born and raised in Detroit, Michigan, and earned a degree in Communication/Radio, Television, Film from Eastern Michigan University.
Prior to starting her career, Chrystal worked as a flight attendant for a major airline, indulging her passion for travel. After a year of flying, she relocated to Los Angeles, California, where she began her career as a reporter at a community public access television station. While working at the station, Chrystal was selected “Reporter of the Year” for the community news awards.
Since then, Chrystal has worked in television and radio for several mainstream media affiliates and has been honored with several prestigious awards, including CBS Radio’s “World Class Performer” award.
In addition to her professional pursuits, Chrystal has a passion for performing arts and has acted in several professional plays. She is also an animal lover and cares deeply for animal welfare. During her leisure time, she enjoys spending quality time with her rescued dog and cat.
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One in three U.S. counties is considered a maternity care desert, leaving more than 2.4 million women of reproductive age without local birthing facilities or obstetric clinicians. -
With nearly a quarter-million Missouri children facing food insecurity, YMCAs across the state are providing nutritious after-school meals to help struggling families. But concerns remain about barriers to participation and the need to maintain federal funding for these critical programs. -
Missouri Foundation for Health is awarding $1.5 million to 12 community leaders working to improve health and well-being across the state. The Spark Prize provides unrestricted funding to support projects ranging from affordable childcare to prescription medication access. -
Missouri researchers have made a scientific breakthrough they say could change the future of farming. The discovery offers new possibilities for reducing agricultural costs and addressing some of the challenges facing food production. -
Missouri mental health professionals are shedding light on how early childhood experiences, including trauma, can influence development long before children can express their feelings. They emphasize the power of early intervention, nurturing relationships, and everyday interactions to help young children overcome challenges and thrive. -
Following a U.S. Supreme Court ruling restoring Missouri's previous congressional maps, election officials are helping voters confirm their districts and preparing for a smooth November election. One election official in the Show Me State says about 40% of voters in her county changed districts between the August primary and the general election -
Heart disease has surpassed cancer as the leading cause of death among Hispanic adults nationwide, according to a new American Heart Association report. Hispanic and Latino Missourians make up nearly 6% of the state population. The findings underscore the importance of prevention. -
With the increase in costs squeezing agricultural operations, some farmers and ranchers are getting creative to survive. A Missouri rancher turned her property into a thriving short-term rental for horseback riding lessons, helping her hold onto the place she’s called home for more than 40 years. Now, a new grant program aims to help others do the same. -
Failing utility grades, more gas generation, and questions about who pays. That's the latest verdict from the Sierra Club, which says Missouri utilities’ energy choices are falling short of their climate promises, raising fresh concerns about Ameren’s latest long-range plan. -
Missouri families trying to stretch their grocery dollars do not necessarily have to sacrifice nutrition. A leading health organization says lower-cost proteins, whole grains, and frozen or canned produce can form the foundation of affordable, heart-healthy meals.
