An April ribbon-cutting is being planned for Columbia’s massive $185-million Swift Foods plant on Route B. Columbia Regional Economic Development Incorporated (REDI) executive vice president Bernie Andrews …
Read More »Fast-growing Columbia company to receive Tuesday visit from Missouri’s governor
Missouri’s governor will travel to Columbia this morning to tour one of Columbia and Boone County’s largest employers. Governor Mike Parson will tour a Veterans United (VU) …
Read More »Columbia business leaders focusing on I-70 across Missouri
I-70 across Missouri will be a major theme during Missouri’s 2023 legislative session, according to Columbia Chamber of Commerce president Matt McCormick. “I mean I-70 we’ve got …
Read More »CPS superintendent says contract extension gives him more time to accomplish key goals
The superintendent of Columbia Public Schools (CPS) is thankful that the school board has extended his contract through 2026. Dr. Brian Yearwood tells 939 the Eagle that …
Read More »Big turnout expected for next week’s grand opening for new COU terminal
Columbia’s mayor is encouraging you to attend Wednesday’s grand opening and ribbon-cutting for the $23-million new terminal at Columbia Regional Airport (COU). Mayor Barbara Buffaloe briefed area …
Read More »Boone County’s average wage now exceeds average wage in Cole County, REDI says
The average wage in Boone County is now about $49,000, according to Regional Economic Development Incorporated (REDI). That’s about $23 per hour. REDI officials discussed the issue …
Read More »