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Local movie theaters prepare for busy weekend as ‘Barbie,’ ‘Oppenheimer’ get wide release

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) Local movie theaters in Mid-Missouri say they’re expecting a busy weekend, as two different movies will hit the screens. “Barbie” and “Oppenheimer” are releasing this weekend, and area movie theaters like Ragtag Cinema and Regal’s Hollywood Theater told ABC 17 News they’re expecting sold-out showings and packed crowds the entire weekend. “Presales

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Columbia man charged with sodomy

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) A Columbia man is charged with two counts of first-degree sodomy after he and three juveniles allegedly sexually assaulting another person. Darien Deray Allen, 18, is being held in the Boone County Jail without bond. Jail records indicate a court appearance is set for 1 p.m. Monday. Columbia police responded to a

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Health and safety officials monitoring the Boone County Fair ahead of high temperatures

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) With temperatures expected to rise up to 95 degrees on Wednesday, those planning on attending activities at the fair should be prepared to face the heat. According to the CDC, to avoid heat exhaustion you should:   Wear appropriate clothing: choose lightweight, loose-fitting clothingRemember to wear sunscreen: sunburn affects your body’s ability to cool down and

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