The 8-2 Missouri Tigers are ranked #11 in the latest Associated Press (AP) college football poll. Mizzou is coming off an impressive 36-7 win over #13 Tennessee on Saturday at Faurot Field. Columbia Chamber of Commerce president Matt McCormick joined us live this morning on 939 the Eagle’s “Wake Up Mid-Missouri”. He tells listeners that Mizzou football’s success has translated into success for Columbia hotels and restaurants. He also says EquipmentShare’s $100-million expansion in Columbia is going well near I-70’s Lake of the Woods interchange, saying they’re focusing on ramping up their hiring. Mr. McCormick describes EquipmentShare and the new jobs as a great company and great jobs. The 555 new jobs are expected to pay about $42,000 annually:
Hoskins says sports wagering and slot machine legislation would bring millions of dollars to Missouri
The Missouri Senate Economic Development Committee chairman supports an all-inclusive gaming agenda this year, including sportsbook and slot machines. State Sen. Denny Hoskins (R-Warrensburg) tells 939 the Eagle’s “Wake Up Columbia” that he’s hopeful a gaming bill will pass this year. He’s filed Senate Bill 643 and several other bills. “There’s 30-plus states now that …