Travel Archives

Driving checklist prepares travelers for icy conditions

January 3, 2021 5:08 AM Ben Fein

After a New Year’s Day ice storm in Mid-Missouri caused road conditions to deteriorate in the area, impacts are still being seen days later.

Highway officials prepare for heavy traffic this holiday season

December 24, 2020 3:39 PM Zola Crowder

The Missouri State Highway Patrol is preparing for heavy traffic over the Christmas holiday.

MoDOT to begin Interstate 70 pavement repair project Monday

December 4, 2020 5:45 PM Karl Wehmhoener

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) MoDOT will begin a pavement repair project on Interstate 70 Monday on the westbound lanes near the Route O & Route J intersection. A contractor will be making improvements to the I-70 driving surface in Cooper, Boone, and Callaway Counties. Officials say this will impact evening and overnight traffic along Interstate 70

MODOT reminds drivers to travel safely this winter

December 2, 2020 5:23 AM Ben Fein

The Missouri Department of Travel’s website has guidance for drivers as winter weather creeps into Mid-Missouri.

Manager: Columbia airport travelers following COVID-19 precautions

November 25, 2020 12:17 PM Zola Crowder

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) The Columbia/Boone County Health Department is advising travelers to follow COVID-19 safety guidelines. The health department’s guidance recommends people travel during off-peak times, wash hands, socially distance and wear a mask no matter where or how they are traveling. The health department also wants people to understand using commercial and public transportation,

Contractor to replace water main in Jefferson City Thursday

November 18, 2020 7:06 PM Karl Wehmhoener

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (KMIZ) On Thursday, a contractor will be replacing a water main for Missouri American Water in Jefferson City. Officials say the 200 block of Clay Street will be closed to thru traffic beginning at 8 a.m. The replacement will include work on High and W. Main Street at their intersection with Clay

Finishing guardrail work on Callaway County Route D to impact I-70 traffic

November 17, 2020 3:23 PM Karl Wehmhoener

CALLAWAY COUNTY, Mo. (KMIZ) The new Callaway County Route D bridge over Interstate 70 is now open to traffic, crews will be finishing up guardrail work this week that will cause lane closures along I-70. The installation completion will begin Wednesday and there will be westbound and eastbound lane closures on I-70 from 7 p.m.

The director of the Columbia/Boone County Department of Public Health and Human Services on Thursday extended the current COVID-19 order, which had been set to expire Tuesday.

Boone County could see jump in COVID-19 cases due to Labor Day weekend travel

September 13, 2020 7:08 PM Amber Tabeling

Boone County could see COVID-19 cases spike this week due to possible exposure of the virus during Labor Day weekend.

Missouri State Highway Patrol reminding travelers to stay safe Labor Day Weekend

September 5, 2020 9:05 AM Ben Fein

The Missouri State Highway Patrol sent a Tweet Thursday reminding drivers and boaters alike to stay safe and drive sober.

Columbia Regional Airport is seeing significant drops in traffic compared to 2019

June 24, 2020 12:24 PM Zola Crowder

The Columbia Regional Airport saw 95 percent fewer passengers last month compared to May 2019 as the COVID-19 pandemic suppressed travel.

CDC cautions against travel ahead of a busy holiday weekend

May 23, 2020 7:21 AM Ben Fein

Some in Mid-Missouri are deciding to travel for the first time in months for Memorial Day Weekend celebrations, despite concerns of the coronavirus.

What you need to know before traveling for spring break during COVID-19 outbreak

March 22, 2020 7:37 AM Ben Fein

Several mid-Missouri universities and school districts had spring break scheduled for this week. For families planning trips, though, the coronavirus outbreak could get in the way.

A Jefferson City man uses a leaf blower to clear a layer of snow off of a sidewalk on Monday.

Cole County road crews expect slick roads for Monday morning commute

January 20, 2020 7:51 PM Barry Mangold

After less than an inch of snow preceded multiple crashes in the Jefferson City area, road crews are expecting below-freezing temperatures to cause more headaches for drivers on Tuesday.

Boulder hits Amtrak’s Missouri River Runner train

January 17, 2020 11:45 PM Molly Stawinoga

A boulder delayed travel for passengers headed from St. Louis to Kansas City Friday.

Culvert work closing parts of Route 135 in Cooper County

January 5, 2020 10:11 AM Ben Fein

Culvert pipe repair will take place starting Monday, January 6th and go through January 17th.

Timeline in place for short term rentals

January 3, 2020 5:30 PM Amber Tabeling

After many years there is now a timeline for when a final vote could be put in place for short term rentals in Columbia.

South Columbia roundabout now open to drivers

October 24, 2019 6:31 PM ABC 17 News Team

UPDATE 6:15 P.M.: The Columbia Department of Public Works announced Thursday night the roundabout at Forum Boulevard and Green Meadows Road will now open at 7 p.m. Update 2: Forum and Green Meadows Roundabout to open about 7 p.m. Yes, we said tomorrow, but now it’s opening today! 30 days ahead of schedule! Just in