As unemployment claims spike, changes have been made to help Americans stay afloat
As unemployment numbers across the state and country remain sky-high, there are many resources for individuals under the federal COVID-19 stimulus…
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Red Cross braces for drop in donations amid the COVID-19 outbreak
While Mid-Missouri hospitals say they have enough blood supplies right now, the American Red Cross is bracing for a lack of blood because of the…
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Non-profits allowed to apply for SBA loans as COVID-19 pandemic continues
As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to drag down businesses the public has been told to avoid, non-profits are also trying to stay afloat and provide…
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Should you be wearing a facemask in public places in Mid-Missouri? Local health officials say yes
As health officials across the country are working to contain the spread of COVID-19, leaders in Mid-Missouri are asking people to wear masks when in…
Continue Reading Missourians are allowed to leave their homes for essential services under state stay at home order
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) Missouri will join the majority of states under a state-wide stay-at-home order starting Monday at 12:01 a.m. until April 24.…
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State Labor Department and community organizations overwhelmed trying to assist spike in unemployed
As the number of people applying for unemployment across the country and state continues to race upward, organizations trying to help are also…
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Columbia Fire Department using new methods to preserve N95 masks
“We want to do our part to conserve that supply, it lessens the strain on that supply of N95 masks that our health care providers really…
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Stress eating common during stressful times; COVID-19 immunity foods don’t exist
As the COVID-19 outbreak shuts down businesses and keeps people in their homes, many are finding themselves in the pantry more than…
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Residents can still use parks during stay-at-home order but officials urge social distancing
As stay-at-home orders come down across Mid-Missouri and the state, officials say citizens can still get outside and enjoy the spring weather while…
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Columbia teachers prep for “brand new” way of teaching after spring break
With stay-at-home orders in place across Mid-Missouri hoping to slow the spread of COVID-19, school is already looking a lot different for students…
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Mental health experts offer advice for coping with COVID-19 related stress
Psychiatric experts with the University of Missouri Health Care system are warning about the mental health effects of coronavirus-related stress and…
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Boone County medical director expects COVID-19 cases to rise, hopes for smaller spike
“I think we are going to see more cases for sure,” said Ashley Millham, medical director of Columbia/Boone County Department of Public Health. “But I…
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What is community transmission of COVID-19? Health officials explain why social distancing can stop it
When looking at the number of cases of COVID-19 in specific areas, health departments list three main ways the patient caught the virus:…
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Columbia senior transit service sees drop in riders but continues operating
While officials are asking people to stay home as the COVID-19 outbreak continues, Columbia transit options are staying open to get people to…
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Columbia restaurants asked to disinfect more as COVID-19 outbreak continues
The Columbia/Boone County Health Department has asked restaurants to disinfect more regularly as many are transitioning to pickup and delivery only…
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Primary care doctors move toward online visits as COVID-19 spreads, hospitals limit services
While hospitals are prepping for a large number of patients because of the COVID-19 outbreak, smaller primary care doctors’ offices are taking steps…
Continue Reading Information on positive cases of COVID-19 goes directly to local health departments
Once a test for COVID-19 comes back positive, the information goes straight to local health departments to be…
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Columbia Public Schools will offer meals to students outside class starting March 30
Columbia Public Schools said it will start an out-of-class meal service on March 30 while district buildings are closed.…
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Harrisburg and Marshall Public Schools closed due to COVID-19 concerns
Harrisburg and Marshall School Districts are canceling classes due to concerns over the COVID-19 outbreak, commonly known as coronavirus.…
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Columbia and Jefferson City School districts plan on normal classes Monday
Both Columbia Public Schools and the Jefferson City School District plan on having classes as normal Monday.…
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