Data shows some Columbia businesses don’t feel ready to reopen
Results from a recent survey show some Columbia businesses do not feel ready to reopen to the public amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
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General manager: Lake-side businesses working to stay sanitary despite tourists
As tourists rush to the Lake of the Ozarks for Memorial Day weekend, businesses are doing what they can to follow the state’s health order.
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Many ignore health recommendations during holiday weekend
Thousands of people flocked to the Lake of the Ozarks on Saturday to celebrate Memorial Day weekend.
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Missouri unemployment jumps in April, but rate lower than most states
Missouri’s unemployment rate was up in April over the previous year and the previous month, but the state fared far better than most of its neighbors and most of the nation.
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Columbia City Council discusses COVID-19 and budget
The Columbia City Council will meet at 5 p.m. for the pre-council meeting Monday to begin discussions about the fiscal year 2021 budget.
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Columbia City Council to vote on temporary housing for first responders
COLUMBIA Mo. (KMIZ) The Columbia City Council is expected to vote on a resolution Monday that would authorize temporary housing for first responders during the COVID-19 pandemic. The agreement would give the Columbia Police Department and the Columbia Fire Department the option to stay at Stephens College, should the need arise. Stephens College has designated
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Local business owner not impressed with new health department update
COLUMBIA Mo. (KMIZ) New steps may soon be added to the Columbia/Boone County health department’s reopening plan. According to a city news release Friday, leaders plan to update the public on the reopening order the week of May 25. Officials said the next steps could include the following: Increased capacity for all businesses and organizations.Large
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MU’s virtual graduation means losses for local businesses
Local businesses are feeling the economic impact of the University of Missouri’s virtual graduation, as this time of year is usually a prime time for local hotels and restaurants.
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Florists finding new ways to deliver orders for Mother’s Day
Flower shops across Mid-Missouri had to get innovative to get the rush of customers their flowers for Mother’s Day.
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Columbia Regional Airport to receive millions from CARES Act
The city has been approved to receive funding through the CARES Act to help pay for the cost of COVID-19 at Columbia Regional Airport.
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City council gives initial approval for budget changes due to COVID-19
The Columbia City Council will discuss the impact COVID-19 has taken on the city budget Monday.
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Columbia bar changes operations to reopen under COVID-19 order
Boone County’s newest order does not let bars reopen.
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Boone County reopen order more strict than state order
COLUMBIA Mo. (KMIZ) The state of Missouri and Boone County have new reopen orders going into effect Monday morning at midnight. There are not many differences between the two, however, the Boone County reopen order is more strict on allowing businesses to reopen. Cole County has been following statewide guidelines since April 25 and will
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Columbia cafe and pub looking to federal government for guidelines
COLUMBIA Mo. (KMIZ) One Columbia cafe and pub decided to have a pop-up event in order to get a feel for what it will be like to reopen when the stay home order is lifted. Lydia Melton, the owner of Gunter Hans says the federal government granted the cafe and pub a loan from the
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Columbia’s reopening plan orders some businesses to stay closed
A number of entertainment venues in Columbia will stay closed until further notice after city and Boone County leaders rolled out a new reopen order Thursday.
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Local gym using UVC lights to disinfect facility
COLUMBIA Mo. (KMIZ) As states across the nation begin their first phases of reopening business, many americans are eager to get back to the gym. Dr. Randall Williams, the director of the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services issued an order on April 27 allowing gyms to reopen on Monday. Gyms across Missouri are
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COVID-19 impacts supply of homes in Boone County
The Columbia Board of Relators released statistics for single family home sales in Boone County in March.
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COVID-19 making major impacts on state budget hearings
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (KMIZ) Missouri lawmakers will face a number of COVID-19 related changes when they convene at the Capitol on Monday. It’s the first time they will convene since April 7 and only the second time since leaving in March due to the impact from COVID-19. “It will be a historic budget,” said state
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Columbia business using extra protective equipment ahead of reopening
COLUMBIA Mo. (KMIZ) One Columbia business is taking extra precautionary steps to make sure employees and customers feel safe as it prepares to reopen. Varsity Clips and Varsity Nails near Elm Street and 9th Street in Columbia plans to have its employees and customers wear personal protective equipment and do its best to practice social
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New Boone County stay-at-home order takes effect
Boone County is now under a new stay-at-home order that relaxes restrictions on businesses deemed non-essential.
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