University of Central Florida’s hiring of MU chancellor confirmed
The Florida Board of Governors has approved the hiring of a top University of Missouri official to lead the University of Central Florida.
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City of Fulton approves emergency measures after another student tests positive for COVID-19
At least 10 students have now tested positive for COVID-19 at William Woods University.
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Columbia Public Schools announces extension of closure after stay-at-home order issued
Columbia Public Schools said Tuesday the district will be out of session until April 27 after local authorities issued a stay-at-home order to slow the spread of COVID-19.
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Free meals available for CPS students over spring break
While many Missouri public schools are making efforts to provide meals for students while schools are closed because of COVID-19, some of their meal programs do not extend through spring break.
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Experts suggest talking to kids about COVID-19 pandemic
The Child Mind Institute made a list of advice to help parents talk about COVID-19 with their children.
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CPS employee tests positive for COVID-19
Columbia Public Schools has confirmed one of its employees has tested positive for COVID-19. CPS notified families and staff through email on Saturday afternoon. The employee, whose name and position has not been released for privacy reasons, found out the test came back positive Saturday. They were tested yesterday after showing COVID-19 symptoms. The Boone
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Columbia Public Schools employee tests positive for COVID-19
Columbia Public Schools announced Saturday evening an employee at Russell Boulevard Elementary School tested positive for COVID-19.
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Two MU employees test positive for COVID-19
Two employees have been diagnosed with the novel coronavirus.
Continue Reading Columbia Public Schools prepares to start grab-and-go meals for students
Columbia Public Schools is working to feed students while the district is closed.
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High school seniors feel impacts of COVID-19
COVID-19 has forced all Missouri schools to close their doors, leaving students wondering when or if they will go back.
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Local child care provider adjusts to changing capacity restrictions
A local child care company is making changes after the state relaxed some of the child capacity restrictions Thursday.
Continue Reading MU chancellor hired as University of Central Florida president
University of Missouri Chancellor Alexander Cartwright has been selected as the University of Central Florida’s sixth president.
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Williams Woods screening students after COVID-19 positive test
A student at William Woods University in Fulton has tested positive for COVID-19, the university said in a message posted on its website.
Continue Reading University of Missouri chancellor applies for job in Florida
University of Missouri Chancellor Alexander Cartwright has applied to take the top job at the University of Central Florida.
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Columbia group works to give back amid COVID-19 pandemic
A local outreach group is working to make sure Columbia residents have the food and supplies they need during the coronavirus outbreak.
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Columbia Public Schools students receiving home learning packets
Columbia Public Schools students and parents were learning Tuesday what will be asked of them while buildings are closed down to help slow the spread of COVID-19.
Continue Reading Columbia Public Schools will offer meals to students outside class starting March 30
Columbia Public Schools said it will start an out-of-class meal service on March 30 while district buildings are closed.
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Food Bank will stay open amid spread of COVID-19
The Food Bank for Central & Northeast Missouri will continue to provide food to residents in and around Boone County, despite the ongoing spread of COVID-19.
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JC Schools addresses internet, food concerns ahead of COVID-19 closure
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (KMIZ) Tuesday will be the last day Jefferson City School District students will be in a classroom until early April. The district announced Tuesday that it will close on Wednesday until at least April 3 due to concerns about the spreading coronavirus, COVID-19. Jefferson City School District to close schools for more
Continue Reading CPS announces schools to close because of COVID-19
Columbia Public Schools are set to close from Wednesday, March 18 until April 13.
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