A convicted Columbia killer has been sentenced to life in prison without parole, following a chaotic Friday sentencing that included multiple courtroom outbursts, shouting and several people …
Read More »Columbia’s city council to vote on proposed $533-million budget tonight
Columbia city employees would receive pay raises under a plan that is scheduled to be voted on tonight by the seven-member city council. City manager De’Carlon Seewood …
Read More »GoCOMO expected to remain fare-free for fourth straight year
Columbia’s city council is set to vote tonight on a proposal to suspend transportation fares for GoCOMO bus riders for the fourth straight year. GoCOMO has been …
Read More »(LISTEN): Two-alarm fire in downtown Columbia causes major water damage to Tellers restaurant
The popular Tellers restaurant in downtown Columbia says it will be closed until further notice, after Friday afternoon’s two-alarm fire caused major water damage. Friday’s blaze happened …
Read More »Columbia’s hip hop unity day organizers pleased with Sunday’s turnout
More than 300 people attended Columbia musician NicDanger’s hip hop unity day on Sunday at Café Berlin. The Hickman graduate, whose real name is Nicholas Rodriguez, aimed …
Read More »(LISTEN): Columbia Regional Airport manager Michael Parks appears on 939 the Eagle’s “CEO Roundtable”
Columbia Regional Airport (COU) manager Michael Parks says he continues to hear praise from residents about COU’s $23-million new terminal. The one-year anniversary of the new terminal …
Read More »Endangered silver advisory issued for 73-year-old Randolph County man
Authorities in mid-Missouri’s Moberly have issued an endangered silver advisory regarding a missing adult who suffers from schizophrenia and macular degeneration. Moberly Police say 73-year-old John William …
Read More »Convicted Columbia killer to be sentenced today; Dawson wants new trial
Sentencing is set for this afternoon for a convicted Columbia killer who’s seeking a new trial. A Boone County jury convicted 42-year-old Bobby Dawson of first degree …
Read More »Saturday’s Mizzou-Kansas State game is a sellout; GoCOMO providing free shuttles for fans
Traffic is expected to be heavy across Columbia tomorrow morning for Mizzou football’s home game at Faurot Field against 15th-ranked Kansas State. Both teams are 2-0. The …
Read More »Columbia’s heritage festival and craft show is this weekend at Nifong park
A few thousand people are expected for this weekend’s 45th annual heritage festival and craft show at south Columbia’s Nifong park on Ponderosa. The event takes place tomorrow …
Read More »Columbia Regional Airport’s manager to appear on 939 the Eagle Saturday morning
The one-year anniversary of Columbia Regional Airport’s (COU) $23-million new terminal is fast approaching. It will be in mid-October. COU airport manager Mike Parks will join 939 …
Read More »MoDOT to brief mid-Missourians Saturday on Missouri River cleanup near Rocheport
Tomorrow morning is your opportunity to hear specific details about the efforts of state transportation crews and contractors to remove six-million pounds of steel from the Missouri …
Read More »(LISTEN): Missouri Lt. Governor Mike Kehoe discusses his GOP gubernatorial bid on “Wake Up Mid-Missouri”
Lieutenant Governor Mike Kehoe is seeking Missouri’s GOP gubernatorial nomination in 2024. He joined us live this morning on 939 the Eagle’s “Wake Up Mid-Missouri”, saying crime …
Read More »(LISTEN): Missouri Task Force One and Missouri National Guard reenlistment incentives get attention at veto session
The GOP-controlled Missouri House overrode 14 budget bills that were vetoed this summer by Republican Governor Mike Parson (R), but the Senate did not take up any …
Read More »Missouri’s attorney general files lawsuit against Dollar General for alleged deceptive and unfair prices
Missouri’s attorney general is blasting Dollar General stores across the Show-Me State, alleging that they advertise one price at the shelf and charge a higher price at …
Read More »Boone County emergency preparedness festival is today from 4-8
The first 150 households who attend today’s 3rd annual Boone County ready festival in Columbia will receive a free, fully stocked emergency kit. The festival takes …
Read More »(LISTEN): Columbia artist says hip hop provides youth with an opportunity for mentorship
A popular Columbia musician is hoping for a good turnout for his hip hop unity day on Sunday at Café Berlin. Hickman graduate NicDanger tells 939 the …
Read More »UPDATE: Look for Missouri Task Force One bill override attempt today in Missouri House
You can expect at least one override attempt today when Missouri lawmakers return for their annual veto session, which begins at noon at the Statehouse. Under the …
Read More »(LISTEN): State Sen. Holly Rehder (R-Scott City) previews Missouri’s veto session and discusses Lt. governor’s race on “Wake Up Mid-Missouri”
State Sen. Holly Rehder (R-Scott City) describes herself as a serious policy maker in Jefferson City who gets things done. Rehder chairs the Missouri Senate Fiscal Oversight …
Read More »(LISTEN): Missouri congressman expects much more growth near Columbia’s “food corridor”
A west-central Missouri congressman who represents much of Columbia on Capitol Hill is praising the new $200-million Swift Foods plant on Route B, which is still hiring. …
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