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Missouri positivity rate rises to 8.2%

June 30, 2021 11:21 AM Josie Anglin

Missouri’s seven-day positivity rate has risen to 8.2% since Tuesday, according to the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services.

Police investigation at Columbia Break Time

Man arrested in connection with Columbia vehicle assault

June 30, 2021 9:21 AM Josie Anglin

Police arrested Darell L. Rogers, 35, in connection with an assault at a Break Time convenience store on Tuesday.

Stephens Lake Amphitheater summer concert season begins

June 20, 2021 7:55 PM Ben Fein

Columbia Parks and Recreation hosted the first of many scheduled concerts at Stephens Lake Park in Columbia Sunday.

Humane Society shares guidance on how to keep pets safe amid the heat

June 19, 2021 6:47 PM Ben Fein

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) Michelle Casey, Associate Director with The Central Missouri Humane Society, said it’s important to pay attention to your pets in the heat, as they can dehydrate just as quickly as humans. Casey says the humidity in Missouri adds just another level of complexity to the heat, which can also have an impact

Fire officials warn of the dangers of controlled burns and fireworks during dry time

June 18, 2021 5:47 AM Meghan Drakas

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) Fire officials are warning people of the dangers of controlled burns and fireworks during dry periods. According to Assistant Chief of the Boone County Fire Protection District, Gale Blomenkamp, it’s safer to avoid controlled burns during these dry times. “This time of year right now we’re in, what we would call a

Boone County Fire official stresses water safety as summer heats up

June 16, 2021 9:38 PM Zach Boetto

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) Temperatures are expected to reach the triple digits this week and fire officials are stressing the importance of water safety. “It’s important that people don’t go out there alone,” said Gale Blomenkamp, the Boone County Fire Protection District assistant chief. “Make sure that somebody knows what you’re doing, where you’re going to

Columbia airport travel up 500% in May, though still not back to pre-pandemic levels

June 9, 2021 5:41 AM Meghan Drakas

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) The Columbia Regional Airport saw a 500% increase in travelers last month compared to May of last year, but traveler numbers are still not back up to pre-pandemic levels. In May, the Columbia Regional Airport saw 13,672 passengers travel through the airport, which was a 506.3% increase in travelers compared to May

Some Columbia businesses beginning to find employees, others still struggling

June 6, 2021 5:41 PM Ben Fein

As mask mandates end and residents begin venturing back to businesses in larger volumes, many are still looking to hire employees.

Businesses at the Lake of the Ozarks see more foot traffic during the holiday weekend

May 31, 2021 3:03 PM Ben Fein

Many businesses at the Lake of the Ozarks saw their sales boom during Memorial Day Weekend, as more people begin to travel amid the COVID-19 pandemic.

Columbia and Boone County leaders to give COVID-19 update at Columbia City Hall Monday.

Columbia’s city offices and services closed for Memorial Day

May 31, 2021 5:29 AM Zola Crowder

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) As the city of Columbia honors Memorial Day, city offices will be closed and trash and recycling collection will be delayed one day after the holiday for the remainder of the week. Other closures on Memorial Day: The sanitary landfill will be closed.City buses will not operate.Parking meters will not be enforced.Administrative

Officials give water safety advice during busy holiday weekend at the Lake of the Ozarks

May 29, 2021 7:21 PM Chanel Porter

COLUMBIA, Mo (KMIZ) Many officials referred to Memorial Day weekend as the ‘kick off for summer’ and said although people are eager to get back out after the pandemic, it is important to stay safe while doing so. Nick Chabarra with AAA said an estimate of 37 million people will be traveling this weekend and

Increased law enforcement out for Memorial Day Weekend

May 29, 2021 5:34 AM Meghan Drakas

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) The Missouri State Highway Patrol will have an increased presence out on the roads and water this Memorial Day Weekend. According to AAA, more than 37 million people are expected to travel this holiday weekend. The company also states that 90% of those 37 million people are expected to get to their

Columbia hires additional lifeguards, still dealing with staffing shortages

May 28, 2021 12:06 PM Ben Fein

Mike Griggs, Director of Columbia Parks and Recreation said the department was able to hire an additional three lifeguards after a class with 12 candidates.

Officials remind people of the importance of water safety ahead of Memorial Day Weekend

May 28, 2021 5:29 AM Meghan Drakas

LAKE OF THE OZARKS, Mo. (KMIZ) State officials are reminding Missourians to be safe on the water during Memorial Day Weekend. According to the Missouri State Highway Patrol, Missouri has averaged over 46 non-boating related drownings per year on streams, rivers, ponds and lakes over the past five years. MSHP says this does not include

Fire, medical officials warn of the dangers of carbon monoxide poisoning

May 27, 2021 6:57 PM Ben Fein

Officials with both the Jefferson City Fire Department and MU Health are warning residents of the dangers of carbon monoxide poisoning, after two died in Callaway County due to poisoning.

Jefferson City pools ready for holiday weekend, Columbia struggles with staffing

May 26, 2021 1:38 PM Ben Fein

The Jefferson City Parks and Recreation department is preparing to open pools for Memorial Day Weekend.

Jefferson City leaders document two years since EF3 tornado

May 21, 2021 4:13 AM Meghan Drakas

Jefferson City community leaders and organizations will be holding a Restoring Hope Press Conference on Friday morning to document the anniversary of the EF3 tornado, which hit the city two years ago.

Columbia Housing and Community Development Commission discuss affordable housing and homeless services

May 19, 2021 4:25 PM Victoria Bragg

COLUMBIA, MO (KMIZ) Columbia’s Housing and Community Development Commission is scheduled to meet Wednesday evening at 7 p.m. at City Hall. One of the topics on the agenda to discuss includes a recent survey that provides feedback from the community on affordable housing and assisting the homeless population. The FY 2022 Housing and Development Needs

Food Bank plans to move Central Pantry to new location

May 19, 2021 8:40 AM ABC 17 News Team

According to the organization, Central Pantry is expected to move into the Moser’s grocery store off of Business Loop 70 West near Interstate 70 as soon as 2023.

New land donated to Oakley Church after January vandalism

May 17, 2021 9:35 PM Victoria Bragg

TEBBETTS, MO (KMIZ) Oakley Chapel African Methodist Episcopal Church is planning to move to a new area after January vandalism, MFA Oil Company donated 3 acres for the church’s relocation efforts. Oakley Chapel was vandalized in January, the Callaway County Sheriff’s Department arrested five teenagers earlier this year for allegedly breaking in and damaging the