University of Missouri economics professor Aaron Hedlund joined us live this morning on “Wake Up Columbia,” analyzing the federal infrastructure bill. He also discussed some of the …
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Two out-of-state motorists killed in collision in Moniteau County
State troopers say two men were killed in a Wednesday night crash on Highway 87 in mid-Missouri’s Moniteau County. State troopers say Martin Fisher of Virginia was traveling …
Read More »Cole County murder trial to get get change of venue, due to extensive media coverage
(AP) — The trial of a woman charged in a Jefferson City child’s death will be moved to a new county and will likely be heard by …
Read More »Schnucks reducing hours at Columbia/Jefferson City stores; plans October 7th career fair
Citing the challenging labor market and evolving customer shopping patterns, St. Louis-based Schnucks has announced that most of its Missouri stores will change daily hours to 6 …
Read More »UM Curators expected to name Mizzou football’s new indoor practice facility on Thursday
The UM Board of Curators is expected to approve a naming opportunity Thursday afternoon for Mizzou football’s new indoor practice facility. The board meets at 1. The …
Read More »Death penalty opponents request clemency for convicted Columbia triple murderer
Supporters of a convicted Columbia triple killer who’s set to be executed on Tuesday in Boone Terre are urging Missouri’s governor to grant clemency in the case. 61-year-old …
Read More »(AUDIO): Boone County’s presiding commissioner weighs in on Sid Larson mural controversy
Boone County Presiding Commissioner Dan Atwill expects a commission vote in the next two weeks on the Sid Larson mural at the county courthouse. Mr. Atwill appeared …
Read More »Atwill: look for vote on Boone County Courthouse mural issue in next two weeks
Boone County Presiding Commissioner Dan Atwill expects county commissioners to vote on the Sid Larson courthouse mural issue in the next two weeks. Commissioners heard more the …
Read More »Jefferson City’s Bicentennial bridge project is underway
Jefferson City officials are inviting you to purchase pavers as part of the historic $3.7 million Bicentennial bridge project, which will link the Missouri Capitol to the …
Read More »Missouri’s governor says gas tax will benefit rural roads and bridges
Missouri’s governor is praising state lawmakers in both parties for approving the first gasoline tax increase in 25 years. The gas tax signed by GOP Governor Mike …
Read More »Pettis County man pleads guilty to murder-for-hire plot; “hit man” was undercover agent
A man from west-central Missouri’s Sedalia is heading to federal prison, after pleading guilty to a murder-for-hire plot that involved an undercover officer. Federal prosecutors say 57-year-old …
Read More »Orscheln’s Moberly executives hopeful that merger with Tractor Supply will close in next few months
A top executive for Moberly-based Orscheln Farm and Home is excited about the company’s merger with Tennessee-based Tractor Supply Company. Tractor Supply, which describes itself as the …
Read More »UPDATE: CPS “thrilled with the outcome” of Boone County court rulings in mask mandate case
Columbia Public Schools (CPS) officials are praising Tuesday afternoon’s rulings from a Boone County judge in the CPS mask mandate lawsuit case. Judge Brouck Jacobs heard three …
Read More »Dry weather is helping COU terminal project
Columbia city officials say the $23 million new terminal project at Columbia Regional Airport (COU) is scheduled to be completed by 2022. The budget approved by Columbia’s …
Read More »CPS mask mandate lawsuit case heads to court on Tuesday
The Missouri attorney general’s office will be asking a Boone County judge to issue a preliminary injunction on Tuesday morning against Columbia Public Schools (CPS) regarding the …
Read More »Missouri’s governor and Jefferson City lawmakers to meet with Korean War veterans Tuesday, about memorial bill
Missouri’s governor will meet with Korean War veterans and two lawmakers at the Statehouse in Jefferson City on Tuesday morning, to celebrate passage of legislation designating a …
Read More »(AUDIO): Missouri Congressman Billy Long blasts Biden administration on “Wake Up Columbia”
A congressman who represents southwest Missouri’s Ozarks says President Biden and Vice President Harris should be removed from office “for their total and complete dereliction of duty.” …
Read More »UPDATE: CPS says there are no photos nor video of anyone with a gun at Saturday’s dance at Hickman High School
Hickman High School’s homecoming dance ended early on Saturday, after rumors about someone having a gun. Officials at Columbia Public Schools (CPS) say none of the gun …
Read More »(AUDIO): Orscheln Management Company executive vice president discusses merger with Tractor Supply and Orscheln’s future
Tennessee-based Tractor Supply Company announced in February that it’s entered into an agreement to purchase Moberly-based Orscheln Farm and Home in an all-cash transaction for $297 million. …
Read More »Heart of Missouri United Way in Columbia aims for 5,000 campaign donors
The Heart of Missouri United Way in Columbia has set a campaign goal of $3 million this year. The campaign raised $2.85 million last year. Former Mizzou …
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