Michael Gauch is the superintendent of the Harrisburg school district. With just under two weeks left for state legislators to approve a budget, Michael spoke with Tom Miller about the concern from many superintendents and citizens have regarding K-12 funding.

SIU-C Chancellor Dr. Austin Lane joins The Morning Newswatch.

State Representative Brandon Phelps spoke with Tom Miller on the phone. They discussed many topics, including one referring to Phelps' proposal for a constitutional amendment to make taxpayer money for road funds go towards road repairs as they are intended.