Theresa Bettmann

News Producer, Announcer, Host

Theresa received her undergraduate degree in sociology at Missouri State University, as well as her Master's degree in Social Work at MSU. Theresa enjoys writing, drawing, reading, music, working with animals, and most of all spending time with her family. She wishes to continue to use her experiences, combined with her pursuit of education, to foster a sense of empowerment and social awareness in the community. Theresa loves working with KSMU and attributes her passion for NPR, and love of learning, to her father.

Exploring Missouri Health Care with Representative Helms

Theresa Bettmann

This week on Making Democracy Work, host Chrystal Brigman Mahaney continues her conversation with Representative Steve Helms of Missouri’s 135th House…
Impact of the Arts on Local Economy

Theresa Bettmann

This week on Making Democracy Work, host Lisa Langley speaks with Leslie Forrester, executive director of the Springfield Regional Arts Council. Today’s…
Programs Available to Farmers Through the NRCS

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This week on Making Democracy Work, host Lois Zerrer continues her conversation with Diana Sheridan, district conservationist for National Resource…
After 35 Years, The Kitchen Inc. Continues to Evolve in Mission to Prevent and End Homelessness

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This week on Making Democracy Work, host Debbie Good speaks with Roz Palmer and Meleah Spencer with The Kitchen Inc.The conversation today focuses on…
911 Director Speaks on The Role of Being a Vital Part of a Healthy Community

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This week on Making Democracy Work, host Leslie Carrier speaks with Zim Schwartze, director of Emergency Communications.Schwartze expands upon the…
Proposals to Address Concerns about Short-Term Lending Practices

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This week on Making Democracy Work, host Chrystal Brigman Mahaney speaks with Representative Steve Helms of the 135th House District in Springfield.Rep.…
MSU’s Dual Credit and Outreach Education-Expanding Opportunities for Students

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This week on Making Democracy Work, host Lois Zerrer speaks with representatives of the outreach and dual credit programs at Missouri State University.The…
Greene County Clerk Discusses Deadlines and Changes Before April Municipal Election

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This week on Making Democracy Work, host Lisa Langley speaks with Greene County Clerk Shane Schoeller.They discuss the upcoming April election and…
Exploring Effects of Recent Repeal of Net Neutrality on Consumers

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This week on Making Democracy Work, host Leslie Carrier speaks with Cameron Rose, co-owner of Won Communications.Net neutrality, the Federal…
DYS-What Makes the ‘Missouri Approach’ Different

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This week on Making Democracy Work, host Debbie Good speaks with Trish Long, Regional Administrator of Missouri Division of Youth Services (DYS).Long…