Behind the Kitchen Door Archives

Inspectors found one non-critical violation at Gentry Middle School.

Thirteen more inspections at Columbia Public Schools result in one violation

January 6, 2021 11:48 AM Molly Stawinoga

Health officials inspected 13 Columbia schools since ABC 17’s last report. Only one was found with a non-critical violation.

COVID-19 closures put pause on CPS health inspections

November 25, 2020 11:11 AM Molly Stawinoga

Only one Columbia Public Schools elementary school was found violating the food code in a recent round of inspections.

Thanksgiving warning: Health experts say holiday travel unsafe for much of Mid-Missouri

November 18, 2020 11:19 AM Molly Stawinoga

As COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations continue to rise, mid-Missouri health officials are pleading with residents to celebrate the Thanksgiving holiday safely.

No food code violations at four Jefferson City schools

November 11, 2020 12:09 PM Molly Stawinoga

Four elementary schools had zero violations during October inspections.

Officials say Mizzou football games COVID-19 safe, but concession stand violations increase

November 2, 2020 11:37 AM Molly Stawinoga

Food code violations increased from 52 during the first three home games of 2019 to 68 so far in 2020.

Multiple schools in Jefferson City found violating food code during September inspections

October 14, 2020 10:35 AM Molly Stawinoga

Four of the five schools in Jefferson City Public School District that were inspected during the month of September were found to be violating the Jefferson City Food Code.

The Shot Bar and Silverball in downtown Columbia.

Two more Columbia bars asked to submit new operational plans

September 30, 2020 11:41 AM Molly Stawinoga

Unlike other businesses that have violated the COVID-19 health order Shot Bar and Silverball did not have operating permits suspended.

Some businesses found with no violations in the third week of September.

Most Boone County establishments clean in third week of September

September 23, 2020 10:43 AM Molly Stawinoga

In the third week of September, the Columbia/Boone County Health Department inspected at least 36 establishments across the county.

East Business Loop Dairy Queen in Columbia, Mo.

Columbia Dairy Queen cited for most violations in first half of September

September 16, 2020 11:31 AM Molly Stawinoga

So far in the month of September, the Columbia/Boone County Department of Public Health and Human Services posted inspection reports for 26 establishments in the county.

Great American Cookies in Jefferson City inspection results from August.

Jefferson City restaurant inspections: Dessert shop cited with most violations in August

September 9, 2020 11:31 AM Molly Stawinoga

Jefferson City Environmental Health inspectors looked at 48 establishments in the month of August.

The Broadway Diner in Columbia has handed out more than 8,000 free meals during the pandemic.

One diner, two fires and more than 8,000 free meals: Broadway Diner keeps providing food for kids

September 2, 2020 11:21 AM Molly Stawinoga

Each day since Columbia Public Schools went all-online in March, the Broadway Diner has provided free meals to kids who need them.

The health department sent KFC a notice of violation.

Boone County health department investigates 24 complaints of COVID-19 health order violations

August 26, 2020 10:38 AM Molly Stawinoga

The Columbia/Boone County Department of Public Health and Human Services has conducted 24 inspections this month in response to complaints about businesses not following COVID-19 health orders.

Two Jefferson City fast-food joints lead food code violations; 10 establishments have clean reports

August 19, 2020 10:50 AM Molly Stawinoga

Jefferson City Environmental Health Services Department found violations at 25 establishments inspected in the month of July.

Truman's Bar & Grill was charged with violating the COVID-19 health order.

Another Columbia restaurant charged with violating COVID-19 order

August 5, 2020 11:03 AM Molly Stawinoga

The City of Columbia filed charges against Truman’s Bar & Grill for violating the COVID-19 health order.

Food safety during the COVID-19 pandemic

July 29, 2020 4:43 PM Molly Stawinoga

there is a current consensus among the medical community that the virus is spread person-to-person.

Columbia's prosecutor charged two businesses with violating the COVID-19 health order.

Two Columbia businesses charged with violating COVID-19 health orders

July 22, 2020 11:09 AM Molly Stawinoga

The city prosecutor has filed charges against two Columbia businesses for violating the current COVID-19 health order: Willies Pub & Pool and the Country Club of Missouri.

Salute to America saw approximately 50% the attendance it saw last year.

Salute to America inspection reports reveal no code violations

July 15, 2020 11:37 AM Molly Stawinoga

There were no food code violations found among the Salute to America vendors.

Multiple complaints, inspections came before public health alert at Columbia restaurant

July 8, 2020 11:23 AM Molly Stawinoga

ABC 17 News obtained documents from the Columbia/Boone County Department of Public Health and Human Services that show they had already visited the establishment three times regarding COVID-19 guidelines

Crowds celebrate the Fourth of July at Salute to America in 2019.

Salute to America vendors taking extra precautions amid COVID-19

July 2, 2020 10:35 AM Molly Stawinoga

The annual “Salute to America” Fourth of July festival will take place without any COVID-19 health orders in effect.

Black & Gold Tavern posted signs reminding customers to social distance.

Restaurant reopening inspections not required, despite health department guidance

July 1, 2020 10:00 AM Molly Stawinoga

The Columbia/Boone County Department of Public Health and Human Services is updating its guidance for businesses following an ABC 17 News investigation.