Mid-Missouri Business Archives

Generative AI programs being used to create more convincing scams

May 3, 2023 11:31 AM Mitchell Kaminski

The Better Business Business Bureau is warning people to be on the lookout for more convincing phishing scams generated by artificial intelligence.

Experts say gas prices will continue to fluctuate

May 3, 2023 11:48 AM Ethan Heinz

Gas prices are likely to continue fluctuating this summer, with things such as the OPEC+ oil group’s drop in production putting pressure on the oil market.

QUESTION OF THE DAY: Does the possibility of a recession worry you?

April 14, 2023 2:31 AM ABC 17 News Team

Meetings from the Federal Reserve’s March meeting revealed Thursday that the central bank expects a recession.

Utility emphasizes marking lines before spring digging begins

April 13, 2023 11:41 AM Nia Hinson

Representatives of Missouri’s largest private utility company were in Columbia on Thursday to emphasize the importance of checking for underground utility lines before digging.

Judge temporarily blocks clean water rule in 24 states, including Missouri

April 13, 2023 9:35 AM Associated Press

DES MOINES, Iowa (AP) — A federal judge on Wednesday temporarily blocked a federal rule in 24 states that is intended to protect thousands of small streams, wetlands and other waterways throughout the nation.

Orscheln Moberly locations to be sold, affecting jobs

March 28, 2023 11:36 AM Nia Hinson

An Orscheln/Tractor Supply Co. operation will be sold in May, affecting 122 jobs according to a notice posted on a state website.

MU Health Care cutting five leadership positions

March 20, 2023 3:29 PM Matthew Sanders

University of Missouri Health Care will eliminate five positions in hospital leadership as part of a restructuring, a hospital spokesman said Monday.

Missouri, Columbia have no money in failed California bank

March 16, 2023 11:47 AM Ethan Heinz

The governments of Missouri and Columbia don’t have to worry about whether they’re going to lose money from the biggest American bank collapse in decades.

Attorney general plans to appeal federal judge’s ruling on Missouri gun law

March 7, 2023 12:49 PM Matthew Sanders

A federal district judge on Tuesday ruled that a Missouri law limiting enforcement of federal gun rules here is unconstitutional and creates more danger for the state’s citizens.

Lake of the Ozarks resort development seeks tax financing

March 3, 2023 12:03 PM Matthew Sanders

A planned family resort and entertainment district in Osage Beach is seeking a tax deal to help pay for the development.

Columbia College hosts Black Business Expo

February 18, 2023 10:39 AM Joushua Blount

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) Columbia College hosted its fourth Black Business Expo Saturday, Feb 18. in Columbia. The Expo was hosted by the office of diversity, equity, and Inclusion. The Black Business Expo ran from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. inside the Southwell Complex on Rangline Street. The expo included live music and entertainment and was

Bed Bath & Beyond closes stores including in Columbia

February 8, 2023 10:34 AM CNN Newsource

Bed Bath & Beyond is closing 150 more stores including its store in Columbia — just a week after the struggling retailer announced the closure of 87 locations.

Organization hopes to boost downtown Columbia security with camera grants

January 17, 2023 11:11 AM Erika McGuire

An organization with a mission of making Columbia’s downtown more appealing said Tuesday that it will award grants to businesses to install security cameras.

Missouri to raise minimum wage in 2023

December 26, 2022 11:45 AM Joushua Blount

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) In 2023, some Missourians will see another pay increase to $12 per hour. It was set to be raised after 60% of Missouri’s voters passed Proposition B in November 2018. The current minimum wage in Missouri is $11.15 per hour. Tipped employees get paid half of the minimum wage. However, the employer

MBS, one of Columbia’s biggest employers, lays off workers

December 7, 2022 10:14 AM Matthew Sanders

One of Boone County’s largest employers has laid off workers but isn’t saying how many people have lost their jobs.

QUESTION OF THE DAY: Have you been a victim of bank account fraud?

November 29, 2022 2:30 AM ABC 17 News Team

Central Bank of Boone County said Monday that an unusual number of its customers were the victims of debit and credit card fraud.

QUESTION OF THE DAY: Are you interested in Cyber Monday deals?

November 28, 2022 2:50 AM ABC 17 News Team

Another post-Thanksgiving shopping holiday is here.

QUESTION OF THE DAY: Are you going shopping on Black Friday?

November 25, 2022 5:34 AM ABC 17 News Team

Black Friday shopping has been an American tradition for decades. But as technology changes the economy, the nature of Black Friday also changes. Now stores are offering steep discounts before Thanksgiving and consumers can find special deals online. Are you going Black Friday shopping this year? Answer in the poll.

Judge rules against Missouri Attorney General over Jefferson City massage business allegations

November 16, 2022 10:12 AM Zachary Farwell

A Cole County judge has dismissed a lawsuit alleging illegal sexual activities against a Jefferson City massage business.

Missouri voters approve legalization of marijuana for recreational use

November 9, 2022 7:50 AM Joushua Blount

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) Missouri will join a growing number of states to allow recreational marijuana. More than 53% of voters approved Amendment 3 on Election Day. With the amendment receiving approval from voters, Missouri is now one of 21 states to legalize marijuana for recreational use. Election Results Missourians could start to see the changes