Holidays Archives

Columbia fireworks show raises some concerns from residents

July 3, 2020 7:50 PM Amber Tabeling

People are expected to flock to south Columbia Saturday night for the Cosmo-Bethel park firework show, but some residents say they have concerns.

Fire in the Sky event causes parking at Cosmo-Bethel Park and nearby schools to close

July 4, 2020 3:09 PM Zola Crowder

Cosmo-Bethel Park will be closed Saturday night to keep the public safe during the Fire in the Sky celebration.

Many ignore health recommendations during holiday weekend

May 23, 2020 6:42 PM Zach Boetto

Thousands of people flocked to the Lake of the Ozarks on Saturday to celebrate Memorial Day weekend.

Local churches live-streaming Easter Sunday service

April 11, 2020 9:46 PM Zach Boetto

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) Churches around Mid-Missouri will be practicing social distancing on Easter Sunday while still finding innovative ways to have a service. Some churches even plan to broadcast their worship service on streaming platforms like their websites, the radio and even Facebook live. First Baptist Church of Centralia pastor Chris Baker says this will

Local restaurants donate food to first responders on Christmas

December 25, 2019 5:15 PM Zach Boetto

Columbia, Mo. (KMIZ) One Columbia restaurant’s effort united local businesses to provide free Christmas meals to Boone County first responders. COMO Smoke and Fire’s annual Ribs for Responders campaign provided barbeque, coffee, and many other food and drinks at no charge on Christmas Eve and Christmas. The Columbia Police Department and the Boone County Fire

Airport officials reminding travelers to plan ahead

December 24, 2019 5:27 AM Brittany Wiley

Airport officials are reminding travelers to plan ahead through the holiday season to make sure they board their flights on time.

Missouri highway patrol reminds drivers to stay safe over the holidays

December 23, 2019 5:21 AM Brittany Wiley

Missouri State Highway Patrol is reminding drivers to stay safe as they head out of town for the holidays.

Several agencies warn against spike in crime over the holidays

December 22, 2019 6:07 PM Connor Hirsch

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) Many are busy buying gifts and and traveling in December, which leaves opportunities for people to take advantage of vulnerable situations. Several agencies warn of car thefts, home burglary and package thefts over the holiday season. According to a study by the National Council for Home Safety and Security, people carrying more