A state lawmaker who represents three mid-Missouri counties says the massive I-70 expansion project is critical to his district. State Rep. Kent Haden (R-Mexico) represents Audrain, Callaway …
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(LISTEN): KCMQ’s Atterberry Auction True North radiothon airs until 6 pm
Zimmer sister station KCMQ’s second annual radiothon benefiting Columbia’s True North is underway. True North aims to empower those who have been battered or abused by an …
Read More »(LISTEN): MoDOT currently lacks funding for multi-million dollar tri-level project in Jefferson City
The Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT) says it will take at least $90-million to redesign and replace Jefferson City’s aging tri-level and a nearby expressway. MoDOT central …
Read More »Cattlemen Day’s rodeo in Ashland celebrating 50 years; expect big traffic tonight and tomorrow
Big crowds are expected tonight and Saturday night in mid-Missouri’s Ashland, for the 50th annual Cattlemen Days rodeo. It’s been a tradition in southern Boone County since …
Read More »Many mid-Missouri high school games kicking off later tonight; Columbia College soccer to begin at 11 am
The excessive heat warning has led numerous mid-Missouri high school teams to delay kickoffs for tonight’s opening games. Tonight’s Columbia Hickman game against North Kansas City is …
Read More »(LISTEN): Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT) central district engineer Michelle Watkins discusses Jefferson City’s tri-level on “Wake Up Mid-Missouri”
Missouri’s governor has called on the state Department of Transportation (MoDOT) to redesign Jefferson City’s aging tri-level. It was the scene of the August 15 tractor trailer …
Read More »(LISTEN): Zimmer’s KCMQ radiothon to benefit Columbia’s True North
Preventing domestic violence continues to be a top priority for Columbia Police and for city manager De’Carlon Seewood, who note nine of the city’s 11 homicides last …
Read More »New Hawaiian restaurant in south Columbia plans VIP events tomorrow and Saturday
The grand opening for a highly-anticipated new south Columbia restaurant is set for Monday. Hawaiian Bros Island Grill on Grindstone Parkway plans free VIP events on Friday …
Read More »Mizzou welcomes a record percentage of returning students to Columbia
Columbia residents have noticed increased traffic this week downtown and across the city. The University of Missouri has welcomed more than 5,100 new freshmen, a three percent increase …
Read More »Columbia’s first higher education institution celebrating 190 years today
The nation’s second-oldest women’s college is celebrating its 190th birthday today, and you’re invited to their party this afternoon. Columbia’s historic Stephens College is celebrating today, and …
Read More »The Biggest Tiger Tailgate Parties Are Back!
They’re back! 93.9 The Eagle welcomes you to the biggest Tiger Tailgate Party in mid-Missouri! Our Tiger Tailgate with Buffalo Wild Wings, Bud Light, and High Noon starts two hours before every Mizzou home …
Read More »GOP presidential debate to air tonight live on 939 the Eagle
939 the Eagle will air live coverage of tonight’s GOP presidential debate in Milwaukee. The two-hour debate begins at 8 o’clock central time from Milwaukee’s Fiserv Forum …
Read More »Rock bluff work near completion on east Columbia project near Holiday Inn Express and Suites
Officials from Columbia Public Works says a slope safety project on east Columbia’s Maguire Boulevard will be done by September. Public Works spokesman John Ogan says the …
Read More »Boone County Court: Columbia child molestation suspect is a danger to the community
A Columbia man remains jailed without bond this morning, accused of numerous child sex crimes. Boone County prosecutors have charged 39-year-old David Walter Nacarato with 13 felony …
Read More »(LISTEN): Missouri Attorney General Bailey discusses Senate Bill 49, gun rights and Columbia’s Brotherton case on “Wake Up Mid-Missouri”
Missouri Governor Mike Parson (R) signed a bill into law this year that say no health care provider shall perform gender transition surgeries on any minor. Senate …
Read More »Shelter Insurance’s president to retire in 2024; Rockne Corbin will be successor
The president of one of Boone County’s largest employers will retire in April. Northwest Missouri native Randa Rawlins has served as president and chief executive officer of …
Read More »(LISTEN): Columbia mayor Buffaloe envisions creating committee after McKinney building purchase
Columbia’s mayor is excited about the $1.7-million purchase of the historic McKinney building downtown. It’s located at 411 East Broadway. This week’s council vote was unanimous. Mayor …
Read More »CPS enrollment continues to increase; it’s up more than 2,000 in last 12 years
Tuesday’s total first-day enrollment for fast-growing Columbia Public Schools (CPS) is up by 357 students compared to last year’s total official enrollment. District spokeswoman Michelle Baumstark says …
Read More »New indictment against high-profile Columbia murder suspect mentions “unsafe sleeping environment”
A Monday morning arraignment has been set for a former Columbia resident charged with second degree murder for the 2017 death of his infant daughter. A Boone …
Read More »First day of school at CPS; parents asked to send a water bottle with students today due to heat
You’ll notice extra traffic this morning around the 39 Columbia Public Schools (CPS) buildings and bus stops. Today is the first day of school for all CPS …
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