Going Public
Covering everything from education and politics to conservation efforts and health/science, nothing is off-limits on KRCU's Going Public. This locally-produced program provides a space for officials and community members to speak on the latest news in - and issues facing - the southeast Missouri region.
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Going Public: United Way of Southeast MO Opens 2026-28 Grant Application, Addressing Needs in RegionOn this episode of 'Going Public', we speak with Elizabeth Shelton, the Executive Director of the United Way of Southeast Missouri. She talks about the many challenges facing community programs in the region, after a year of funding uncertainties, economic challenges, and natural disasters.
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Dan Woods talks with downtown Cape Girardeau developer Brennon Todt and Old Town Cape executive director Liz Haynes about the Broadway Theatre project's next phase.
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In this episode of Going Public, we speak with Amanda Joyce, Account Manager for the Missouri Arkansas Region of the American Red Cross Blood Services about their collaboration with KRCU to host a blood drive on Tuesday, January 13, in the Hirsch Community Room of the Cape Girardeau Public Library from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
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On this episode of 'Going Public', we speak with Elizabeth Shelton, Executive Director of the United Way of Southeast Missouri, about the organization's recent efforts to address rising needs for assistance.
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With details about food assistance being quickly changing and uncertain in recent months, attention turns to non-profits as they endeavor to keep people well-fed. On this episode of Going Public we speak will Heather Collier, the Donor Relations and Communications Manager of Southeast Missouri Food Bank, about what both those in need of food assistance and those considering donating may be wondering.
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Dr. Steven Hoffman talks about the historic preservation program, some of the work students do and the hands-on experience they receive as well as some of the behind the scenes work that goes into saving historic buildings.
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A highlighting coverage of the Arrow's latest print product, the the special section piece "Cut Ties" discusses the decline in international students at Southeast Missouri State University (SEMO), noting their vital contributions to campus culture and diversity.
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SEMO Chief of Police Dr. Rich Flotron sat down with Dan Woods to discuss recent changes within the University Police Department.
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In this episode of 'Going Public', we speak with 'Abide In Love' board member, Susie Johnson, about the group's support for local immigrants and family members who are ICE detainees in the Ste. Genevieve County Detention Center.
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On Monday, October 27, we spoke with Heather Collier, the Donor Relations and Communications Manager, about the upcoming 'Empty Bowls' funding events on Fri. Nov. 7, and the looming Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits cut due to the ongoing federal shutdown.