Ben Fein, Author at ABC17NEWS

Columbia City Council approves VFW as new homeless shelter

October 18, 2022 6:18 AM Ben Fein

Columbia’s City Council met Tuesday night and approved the purchase of The VFW to be used as a temporary homeless shelter in the city.

Columbia City Council set to discuss video surveillance system

October 17, 2022 6:11 AM Ben Fein

The Columbia City Council is set to meet at City Hall at 7:00 p.m. Monday night, to discuss a new video surveillance system among other topics.

Jefferson City, Cole County leaders hold State of the City and County meetings Friday

October 14, 2022 6:00 AM Ben Fein, Kennedy Miller

Both Jefferson City and Cole County are set to hold State of the City and County meetings Friday afternoon, at the Capitol Plaza Hotel and Convention Center.

Voter registration event planned in Jefferson City ahead of November election deadline

October 12, 2022 5:57 AM Ben Fein

Members of the Jefferson City NAACP plan to hold a voter registration event Wednesday at their office in downtown Jefferson City. The event is scheduled to start at 12:30 p.m.

Alzheimer’s Association reminds families and patients about resources available in Mid-Missouri

October 11, 2022 5:36 AM Ben Fein

The Alzheimer’s Association in Mid-Missouri is reminding residents of a plethora of resources available to those diagnosed with the disease and their family.

Columbia/Boone County health department to host flu shot clinics in October

October 4, 2022 5:53 AM Ben Fein

The Columbia/Boone County Public Health and Human Services is set to offer the flu vaccine for free, to those between the ages of six months to 18 years old at multiple clinics.

Red Cross deployed emergency response vehicle from Columbia to help with Hurricane Ian recovery

September 30, 2022 5:53 AM Ben Fein

The American Red Cross is sending people and equipment from Columbia to help with Hurricane Ian recovery efforts.

Man seriously hurt in Cooper County crash

September 22, 2022 8:04 AM Ben Fein

One man has been transported to the hospital with serious injuries, following a single car crash in Cooper County Wednesday night.

Teen killed after Johnson County crash

September 22, 2022 7:53 AM Ben Fein

One teenager was killed after a crash early Wednesday morning in Johnson County.

Over 20 employers set to attend job fair in Columbia Thursday

September 22, 2022 4:44 AM Ben Fein

Multiple organizations in Columbia are partnering, to hold a job fair Thursday for local employers and job seekers.

Bridge work to close Highway 54/63 ramp in Jefferson City Wednesday for two weeks

September 21, 2022 5:53 AM Ben Fein

The Missouri Department of Transportation is set to close the Highway 54/63 interchange Wednesday, for approximately two weeks.

Groups plan to host local events for National Voter Registration Day

September 20, 2022 5:52 AM Ben Fein

The Missouri NAACP has partnered with the National Association of Colored Women’s Clubs to hold voter registration events Tuesday, on National Voter Registration day and ahead of the Nov. 8 election.

Fulton’s National Churchill Museum hosts ceremony to remember Queen Elizabeth II

September 19, 2022 5:34 AM Ben Fein

America’s National Churchill Museum in Fulton held a ceremony Monday morning to remember Queen Elizabeth II on the day of her funeral.

MU’s Veterinary Medicine expansion project expected to be complete by summer 2024

September 16, 2022 5:55 AM Ben Fein, Kennedy Miller

The University of Missouri hopes to open the doors to a $30 million expansion and renovation of its College of Veterinary Medicine in two years.

Boonville PD to add extra patrols for joggers following concerns from residents

September 15, 2022 6:21 AM Ben Fein

The Boonville Police Department announced it would increase patrols on Main Street, after residents raised concerns following attacks on joggers across the nation.

Missouri’s special session set to start Wednesday

September 14, 2022 5:52 AM Ben Fein

Lawmakers are set to be back in the capital Wednesday, as Missouri’s special session regarding tax cuts is set to begin at 11:30 a.m.

Blair Oaks R-II Board of Education to discuss transgender policy

September 13, 2022 5:56 AM Ben Fein

Blair Oaks Board of Education is set to meet at 7:00 p.m. Tuesday night and is set to approve the district’s transgender policy among other items.

Columbia Neighborhood Watch to hold annual meeting

September 12, 2022 5:52 AM Ben Fein

The Columbia Neighborhood Watch is set to hold its annual meeting Monday evening, with the Columbia Police Department scheduled to speak to members.

Investiture ceremony planned Friday for Lincoln University president

September 9, 2022 5:47 AM Ben Fein

Lincoln University is set to introduce Dr. John B. Moseley as its 21st president Friday afternoon, following a nationwide search.

Jefferson City Council approves three proposals for affordable housing

September 6, 2022 6:32 AM Ben Fein, Kennedy Miller

The Jefferson City Council is set to talk about affordable housing proposals at its Tuesday night meeting.