John Moore
Operations DirectorJohn is a proud 2006 Alum of Southeast Missouri State University, with a Bachelor of Science degree in Mass Communication – Radio option, with a minor in Management. He has been a life-long listener of KRCU Public Radio, but began his radio career as a student DJ on Rage 103.7 KDMC-LP in 2003.
In the fall of 2006, he was the production assistant intern at KRCU Public Radio, helping edit and produce the first few episodes of “Almost Yesterday.” Since his graduation, he has held various roles in radio throughout Southeast Missouri. He has played piano, organ, and accordion throughout his life and began his time at Southeast playing in the Golden Eagles Marching Band and Southeast Lab Jazz Band. He continues to play piano when he has the chance, and his favorite music is in the Alternative Folk and Rock genres, as well as Jazz.
His favorite programs on KRCU include “Wait Wait…Don’t Tell Me”, “This American Life”, “Fresh Air”, “Snap Judgment”, “American Routes”, “Live from Here”, “Your Folk Connection”, “Hidden Brain” and the new show, “It’s Been a Minute.” John is married to Christy, an artist and high school art teacher, and they live in Cape with their cats, Adrian and Marvin. Any given weekend, you can find him and his wife hiking, biking, gardening, traveling or playing music.
Contact John:
(573) 651-5070
jpmoore@semo.edu
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On Tuesday, Missouri Gov. Mike Kehoe announced that President Donald Trump has approved two more federal disaster declarations for Missouri, clearing the way for aid to residents and communities recovering from powerful storms and flooding that struck the state in late April and mid-May. -
Late Thursday evening, Uptown Jackson, Missouri, was the scene of a major blaze, which overtook at least one major business, damaging another, and injuring three firefighters. -
In a recent interview, we spoke with Leslie Washington, the local organizer of 'SEMO Moms Demand Action for Gun Sense' in the Cape Girardeau area. This year's event will be held at Peace Park in Cape Girardeau, where two survivors will share their stories, along with musical tributes from area youth, and a proclamation from the Cape Girardeau Mayor, Stacy Kinder. -
In a recent interview, we spoke with Leslie Washington, the local organizer of 'SEMO Moms Demand Action for Gun Sense' in the Cape Girardeau area. This year's event will be held at Peace Park in Cape Girardeau, where two survivors will share their stories, along with musical tributes from area youth, and a proclamation from the Cape Girardeau Mayor, Stacy Kinder.
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We recently spoke with Dr. Courtney Kisat, organizer of the First Annual Folk Fest of Cape Girardeau, about the upcoming event. Folk Fest kicks off Friday, June 6, at Ebb and Flow Fermentations and continues Saturday, June 7, at Port Cape. This free public event is brought to you by Southeast Missouri State University, the Center for Regional History, and MOCHE (Missouri Council for History Education). Folk Fest features historic talks and live acoustic musical performances by Jason Heeter, Steve Schaffner, the Jumper Cables, Snowbird Street Band, and Swamp Boys. All events are free and open to all ages. -
We recently spoke with Dr. Courtney Kisat, organizer of the First Annual Folk Fest of Cape Girardeau, about the upcoming event. Folk Fest kicks off Friday, June 6, at Ebb and Flow Fermentations and continues Saturday, June 7, at Port Cape. This free public event is brought to you by Southeast Missouri State University, the Center for Regional History, and MOCHE (Missouri Council for History Education). Folk Fest features historic talks and live acoustic musical performances by Jason Heeter, Steve Schaffner, the Jumper Cables, Snowbird Street Band, and Swamp Boys. All events are free and open to all ages.
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On Tuesday, Gov. Mike Kehoe called a special legislative session to deliver disaster relief to storm-affected families, advance a new tax incentive program, and finalize key budget measures aimed at boosting Missouri’s economy.
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The Vollink Family Observatory officially became part of the Southeast Missouri State University campus in a dedication and ribbon-cutting ceremony marking the new partnership. Professors, alumni, city officials, and family members were at the site on Wed. May 28 to introduce the new facility. -
Late Tuesday morning, May 13, 2025, current Missouri Governor Mike Kehoe announced the passing of former U.S. Senator and Missouri Governor Christopher S. "Kit" Bond. He was 86. -
Around 12:52 pm on Fri. May 9th, the Cape Girardeau Police Department responded to the 1500 Block of Whitener St. for a report of shots fired, with one person hit.
