Being a good corporate citizen is a key philosophy of Columbia’s Johnston Paint and Decorating, which will celebrate its 100th anniversary in 2025. Co-owner Blair “Murph” Murphy, …
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Columbia motorist injured by chase suspect driving wrong way on Forum
A Columbia man suffers moderate injuries after his vehicle was struck head-on on Christmas Eve by a stolen vehicle whose driver was reportedly heading the wrong way …
Read More »(LISTEN): Johnston Paint and Decorating co-owner Blair Murphy appears on 939 the Eagle’s “CEO Roundtable”
Columbia’s popular Johnston Paint and Decorating will be celebrating its 100th anniversary in 2025. The company was founded in 1925 by Columbia businessman LD Johnston and his …
Read More »Two nine-year-old mid-Missouri children donate $2,800 for toys for underprivileged children
The sheriff in mid-Missouri’s Moniteau County is praising all of the businesses, organizations and citizens who donated to this week’s Shop with a Cop event at the …
Read More »(LISTEN): Murder victim’s mother, Columbia EMT treasure shop with a hero event
A Columbia woman whose daughter was murdered in 2019 helped select the 12 Columbia and Boone County families who participated in the recent “Shop with a hero” …
Read More »UPDATE: 78-year-old Columbia pedestrian struck by vehicle on North Keene dies
A pedestrian who was struck by a vehicle Wednesday evening on Columbia’s North Keene near Women’s Hospital has died. Columbia Police say 78-year-old James Lee Allen was …
Read More »Community, churches step up to help Columbia students in need of winter clothing
Numerous new and gently used coats, gloves and clothes have been donated to Columbia Battle high school students in need. Battle is located in northeast Columbia. Former …
Read More »(LISTEN): CPOA says Columbia police officers have been impacted by compression
Columbia’s mayor says the city council supports and appreciates Columbia police officers. Mayor Barbara Buffaloe notes the council approved a budget in September that contains a six …
Read More »UPDATE: Columbia arson suspect to be arraigned Thursday afternoon
A Columbia woman charged with arson for this month’s blaze at a self-storage complex on Nebraska Avenue near I-70 will be arraigned at 1 this afternoon. Boone …
Read More »(LISTEN): Families served by “Shop with a Hero” have been impacted by trauma
12 families throughout Columbia and Boone County who have suffered tragedy will be enjoying a brighter Christmas this year, thanks to the generosity of first responders, Walmart …
Read More »(LISTEN): Columbia Police Officers Association (CPOA) president Matt Nichols appears on “Wake Up Mid-Missouri”
The Columbia Police Department is currently 41 officers short, according to CPD assistant chief Jeremiah Hunter. Columbia Police Officers Association (CPOA) president Matt Nichols is concerned about …
Read More »(LISTEN): Missouri’s Christmas holiday counting period begins tomorrow evening
You’ll notice extra Missouri state troopers on the road tomorrow and throughout the entire Christmas holiday weekend, enforcing traffic laws and assisting motorists who need help. Missouri …
Read More »Longtime Judge and former Boone County prosecutor Kevin Crane will not run for re-election next year
A longtime mid-Missouri judge will not seek re-election in 2024. 13th judicial Circuit Judge Kevin Crane made his announcement in a Wednesday afternoon news release, saying it’s been …
Read More »Columbia restaurant owner, arson suspect facing new warrant
Another warrant is issued for the Columbia restaurant owner facing arson charges in southeast Missouri. ABC 17 reports the warrant out of Dunklin County says Crystal Umfress …
Read More »Agreement between DBRL, union workers finalized
The Daniel Boone Regional Library Board of Trustees approved its agreement with union workers yesterday. Board members held a public vote over Zoom to approve the contract, …
Read More »Columbia man accused of assaulting nurse at hospital
A man is in jail after an alleged assault at a Columbia hospital. ABC 17 reports Cody Douglass, 38, was charged Tuesday with third-degree assault. He’s in …
Read More »Columbia approves paid family, medical leave for city workers
Employees of the city of Columbia will have the added benefit of paid family and medical leave beginning next year. The city council made it official on …
Read More »MACC to use old COU terminal for new training program
Moberly Area Community College will lease about 1,900 square feet in the old terminal at Columbia Regional Airport to establish an aviation training program. The city council …
Read More »Missouri Supreme Court strikes down law against homelessness, COVID vaccine mandates
(AP) The Missouri Supreme Court on Tuesday struck down a law that threatened homeless people with jail time for sleeping on state land. Judges ruled unanimously to toss the law …
Read More »(LISTEN): Boone County Sheriff Carey appears on 939 the Eagle’s “CEO Roundtable”
The veteran Boone County sheriff says there’s been gang activity in the Columbia area for the past 30 years. He says there have been a few homicides …
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