Coronavirus Archives

COVID-19 cases strain Jefferson City hospital resources; St. Mary’s ICU pushed to its limit

November 19, 2020 10:54 AM Matthew Sanders

A doctor representing St. Mary’s Hospital said the hospital intensive care unit was over capacity for three days this week.

Boonville Board of Education set to discuss looser COVID-19 quarantine rules for workers

November 18, 2020 12:41 PM Ben Fein

The district had a similar discussion in October and board members decided to table the conversation.

Missouri governor asks residents to wear masks, get vaccine; no mandates will be made

November 19, 2020 12:05 AM ABC 17 News Team

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (KMIZ) Missouri Gov. Mike Parson asked state residents to wear masks and get the COVID-19 vaccine when it becomes available. He followed up the call to Missourians by saying masks and the vaccine won’t be mandated. Parson did release a statewide public health warning, which outlines new guidance for local communities to

WEDNESDAY UPDATES: SSM Health changes drive-thru COVID-19 testing hours in Mexico

November 18, 2020 6:45 AM ABC 17 News Team

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Crews prepare for winter weather and slick roadways amid COVID-19

November 18, 2020 6:41 PM Sydney Olsen

Columbia Public Works and Boone County Road and Bridge have been preparing for winter weather and the work that comes along with it.

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.

Cole County Sheriff and JCPD have plans in place if staffing issues arise due to COVID-19

November 18, 2020 6:14 PM Connor Hirsch

While some jobs can be moved remote, law enforcement officers have to be out in the field. Lieutenant David Williams with the Jefferson City Police said this is something they have been dealing with since the beginning of the pandemic.

Columbia College president leaving to be with family in New York

November 18, 2020 1:31 PM Matthew Sanders

The president of Columbia College will step down at the beginning of December, citing a need to be with family in New York state as the COVID-19 pandemic continues.

University of Missouri research project examines COVID-19 immunity

November 18, 2020 11:30 AM Zola Crowder

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) The University of Missouri is the hub for a new research project aimed at understanding how the human body’s immune system responds to the virus that causes COVID-19 post-infection. Students, faculty and staff who have tested positive for the novel coronavirus in the past have been asked to participate in the study

Sick, quarantined staff add to hospitals’ coronavirus strain

November 17, 2020 6:22 PM Lucas Geisler

Several hospitals ABC 17 News spoke with reported dozens of employees either quarantining because of possible exposure to the novel coronavirus or contracting the virus itself.

Morgan County R-II School District approves mask mandate

November 17, 2020 10:19 PM Karl Wehmhoener

VERSAILLES, Mo. (KMIZ) The Morgan County R-II Board of Education approved a mask mandate at Monday night at their school board meeting for the district. Officials say this mandate will be for Pre-K through 12th grade. Superintendent Dr. L. Steve Barnes says, “In the event that we moved back to Category 1, with less restrictions,

TUESDAY UPDATES: Pettis County reporting two more COVID-19 related deaths

November 17, 2020 9:38 AM ABC 17 News Team

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Columbia police work to adapt to COVID-19

November 17, 2020 7:32 PM Sydney Olsen

The Columbia Police Department, like every other department, is being impacted by the Coronavirus pandemic.

Jefferson City and Cole County Public Works Departments say winter weather staffing amid COVID is a major concern

November 17, 2020 5:56 PM Connor Hirsch

This year presents different challenges for both public works departments, but of the major concerns both are working to address is staffing issues related to COVID-19

Missouri DHSS adds 42 COVID-19 related deaths

November 16, 2020 11:29 PM Karl Wehmhoener

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (KMIZ) Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services is reporting an additional 42 COVID-19 related deaths after analyzing death certificates in the state’s disease surveillance system. Officials say these 42 deaths will be added to Tuesday’s dashboard update. DHSS had been doing these updates on Friday causing a spike of deaths on

MONDAY UPDATES: Local health department urges residents for a modified Thanksgiving

November 16, 2020 9:33 AM ABC 17 News Team

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Columbia City Council discusses COVID-19 health order extension

November 16, 2020 3:57 PM Sydney Olsen

Columbia and Boone County leaders are keeping an eye on COVID-19 numbers to decide what restrictions need to be in place in order to keep people safe.

Jefferson City families talk about first day back to virtual learning for secondary students

November 16, 2020 7:09 PM Connor Hirsch

The district announced the move last Wednesday. The district said teachers dealing with illness and quarantine and a lack of substitute teachers creating the issue.

Columbia elementary teachers prep for distance learning as middle and high school continue virtually

November 15, 2020 7:33 PM Connor Hirsch

The Columbia Board of Education decided to send its younger learners back home at their meeting last Monday. Elementary students are set to return to the classroom on Jan. 11.

BJC HealthCare to suspend some elective procedures in St. Louis

November 15, 2020 4:28 PM Sydney Olsen

BJC HealthCare and Washington University announced it will postpone some elective procedures that can be postponed safely starting Monday.