St. Louis County leaders restrict crowds to battle coronavirus
St. Louis County Executive Sam Page said Friday that the county is limiting crowds to help prevent the spread of the novel coronavirus.
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No domestic travel restrictions yet, but authorities urge caution with COVID-19
Health authorities are warning Americans that the tight confines seen in travel increase the risk of exposure to COVID-19.
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Man charged in connection with Columbia officer-involved shooting
Boone County sheriff’s deputies say Brodie was armed when he went to a residence at the 6200 block of Southwest Way on Feb. 20.
Continue Reading Moberly Area Community College stops in-person classes
Moberly Area Community College said Friday it will suspend in-person classes until spring break because of the COVID-19 outbreak, becoming the latest Mid-Missouri higher education institution to make the decision.
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Rain arrives tonight, lasts into Saturday
THIS AFTERNOON: Rain will continue to hold off until later in the evening. Temperatures will remain chilly, in the low-to-mid 40s. Have the jacket ready if you have any Friday evening plans. TONIGHT: Rain will build in after dark, with the heaviest arriving by 2 or 3 in the morning Saturday. Rain will continue through
Continue ReadingBoone County/Columbia Board of Health discusses COVID-19 concerns
The Boone County/Columbia Board of Health discussed a variety of topics related to COVID-19 at its meeting Thursday night.
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Two people killed in Camden County crash
CAMDEN COUNTY, Mo. (KMIZ) Two people were killed in a head-on crash in Camden County on Thursday morning. Troopers said the crash happened at 11 a.m. on MO 5 south of Mount Horeb Road. According to a crash report, a vehicle driven by James Hill, 42, of Holts Summit, crossed the center line and struck
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MSHSAA limits access to state quarterfinal basketball games
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) The Missouri High School Activities Association is limiting access to the Class 4-5 state quarterfinal basketball games this weekend. MSHSAA says only ‘essential personnel’ will be allowed into each game. Each school will decide who its own ‘essential personnel’ will be. IMMEDIATE RELEASE FOR CLASS 4 AND 5 QUARTERFINALS THIS SATURDAY, MARCH
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JC Schools announces travel restrictions through March
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (KMIZ) The Jefferson City School District is canceling all out-of-state school-sponsored travel until April 1 as a precaution due to an increase in COVID-19 cases. In a letter to families, district officials said the ban applies to both staff and students and includes field trips, sporting events and conferences. The district will
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Lab director: Missouri prepared for increase in COVID-19 cases
Employees at the Missouri Public Health Laboratory have been testing for cases of Covid-19.
Continue ReadingTracking a big cool down and more rain by late tomorrow night
TONIGHT: Partly to mostly cloudy with gusty winds. Lows in the mid-30s. FRIDAY: Chilly and partly cloudy with highs near 50. Breezy with a chilly north wind. EXTENDED: Another strong storm system to our southwest will push moisture in our direction by Friday night into Saturday. Temperatures will be near or just above freezing on
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Two Randolph County residents tested for Covid-19, self-quarantined
MOBERLY, Mo. (KMIZ) Two residents of Randolph County are voluntarily quarantining themselves after being tested for Covid-19. Deputy health department administrator Craig Parsons tells ABC 17 News that the two residents were tested outside the county because of their travel history. Parsons did not know where they traveled to or from. The two make up
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Mizzou coaches react to NCAA decision to cancel championship events
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) Several Mizzou coaches have released statements after the NCAA announced it would cancel all winter and spring championship events. Statement from Coach @biesersr #C2E 🐯⚾️ pic.twitter.com/cObW9tg8kQ— Mizzou Baseball (@MizzouBaseball) March 12, 2020 pic.twitter.com/uxq5raivIu— Larissa Anderson (@CoachLarissaA) March 12, 2020 pic.twitter.com/RwVGNmIkIP— Brian Smith (@mutigerstyle) March 12, 2020 pic.twitter.com/LAkgLX8mNk— Eliah Drinkwitz (@CoachDrinkwitz) March 12,
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State employees briefed on sick leave procedure amid coronavirus concerns
Missouri state employees on Thursday received a memo from the Office of Administration reminding them of sick leave procedures as concerns grow over the international coronavirus pandemic.
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Missouri, Springfield officials announce second positive coronavirus case
Missouri Gov. Mike Parson plans to hold a news conference Thursday about a second case of COVID-19 in Missouri.
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St. Louis declares public health emergency
St. Louis officials are declaring a public health emergency in light of the continued spread of novel coronavirus.
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Columbia crews to work on Providence Road turn lane at Broadway on Monday
Columbia Public Works crews are scheduled to start work on the turn lane from northbound Providence to eastbound Broadway on Monday.
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Web Extra: Jim Sterk addresses Mizzou athletics amid Coronavirus concerns
NASHVILLE, Tenn. – You can watch our interview with Mizzou Athletic Director Jim Sterk about Mizzou athletics in relation to the Coronavirus. Sterk said MU will abide by all regulations set forth by the NCAA and SEC. The SEC men’s basketball tournament is canceled as are the gymnastics and wrestling postseasons. All spring sport seasons
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Several Mid-Missouri events canceled or rescheduled because of COVID-19 concerns
Some Mid-Missouri events are being canceled as concerns over the COVID-19 outbreak continue.
Continue Reading Stephens College, William Woods suspend in-person classes
Stephens College has added its name to the list of higher education institutions canceling or suspending classes because of the novel coronavirus.
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