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Dispensary says they’ve received a warm welcome after opening in Moberly

November 28, 2020 7:18 AM Ben Fein

COCO Dispensary in Moberly opened earlier this month and are offering a variety of THC and CBD products to patients in Mid-Missouri.

Troopers preparing for increase in traffic this weekend

November 27, 2020 7:10 PM Zola Crowder

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) The Missouri State Highway Patrol Troop F is assigning more troopers to patrol state highways this weekend after Thanksgiving. Corporal Kyle A. Green, a spokesperson for Troop F, said MSHP is unsure if there will be an increase in traffic this weekend, but are preparing as people return home from the holiday.

Black Friday sign outside Tallulahs in Columbia

Some local shops notice fewer Black Friday customers during coronavirus pandemic

November 27, 2020 12:28 PM Victoria Bragg

Fringe Boutique in downtown Columbia saw less foot traffic Friday than in previous years.

Mizzou hoops pulls out of upcoming tournament

November 27, 2020 3:42 PM Nathalie Jones

COLUMBIA, Mo (KMIZ) The Mizzou basketball team will not make the trip to Connecticut to compete in a tournament at the Mohegan Sun. The team confirmed that it is no longer attending the tournament because of several unknowns, which includes opponents. A team spokesperson said the cancelation is not due to COVID-19 concerns. The team

Kansas woman badly hurt in Morgan County crash

November 27, 2020 3:44 PM ABC 17 News Team

The crash happened just before 8 a.m.

Callaway County Sheriff’s Office notifies FBI about church vandalism

November 27, 2020 2:51 PM Matthew Sanders

Sheriff Clay Chism said Friday that his office has notified federal authorities about the investigation into damage reported early Wednesday at Mount Vernon Missionary Baptist Church.

Third man who escaped Reality House booked into Boone County Jail

November 27, 2020 11:55 AM Matthew Sanders

The Boone County Jail’s inmate roster on Friday showed Lawrence M. Johnson, 35, of Columbia had been booked on an escape from jail charge.

FRIDAY UPDATES: State reports falling hospital capacity; KC area tops 1,000 COVID-19 deaths

November 27, 2020 12:48 PM ABC 17 News Team

Check back for updates related to the coronavirus pandemic in Missouri.

Lines form for Black Friday while health officials urge for caution

November 27, 2020 5:19 AM Ben Fein

Columbia/Boone County Public Health and Human Services have released guidance ahead of the busy shopping season.

QUESTION OF THE DAY: Should religious organizations be exempt from coronavirus rules?

November 27, 2020 3:18 AM ABC 17 News Team

The U.S. Supreme Court ruled in a split decision late Wednesday that New York’s restrictions on houses of worship violated the constitution. The state argued it has the legal ability to restrict church activities to slow the spread of the novel coronavirus.

Pastor of vandalized church expects repairs to cost thousands

November 26, 2020 1:27 PM Matthew Sanders

The Callaway County Sheriff’s Office is trying to find the people who damaged walls, pews, doors, windows and other items at a historic church near Holts Summit.

Coronavirus forces Everybody Eats Thanksgiving meal to go curbside

November 26, 2020 10:57 AM Victoria Bragg

The Almeta Crayton Community Program was able to provide citizens with more than 1,300 meals Thursday.

Columbia police arrest man who escaped from Reality House

November 26, 2020 5:40 PM ABC 17 News Team

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) The Columbia Police Department arrested one of the three men Thursday who escaped from a halfway house and private jail earlier this month. According to a news release, police arrested Jamale Marteen, 37, around 1:10 p.m. at a home on Omaha Court. He had an active no bond warrant in connection with the

Curbside Thanksgiving meals at Salvation Army in Jefferson City

Mid-Missouri Salvation Army facing increased holiday need during COVID-19 pandemic

November 26, 2020 12:27 PM Connor Hirsch

The pandemic has forced many to lose their jobs. In Cole County, 5,669 people have filed for unemployment because of the virus.

THURSDAY UPDATES: The Blue Note postpones shows, citing coronavirus case rates

November 26, 2020 10:33 AM ABC 17 News Team

Check back for updates about the COVID-19 pandemic in Mid-Missouri.

Rotary Club of Columbia hosts turkey fry

November 26, 2020 4:13 AM Ben Fein

The Rotary Club in Columbia is hosting a turkey fry this Thanksgiving to benefit several local initiatives.

QUESTION OF THE DAY: Are you spending more this Christmas?

November 26, 2020 4:00 AM ABC 17 News Team

With Black Friday coming many households have already planned their Christmas spending.

Emergency crews prepare for rush of holiday travelers

November 25, 2020 6:42 PM Sydney Olsen

Crews with the Boone County Fire Protection District and the Missouri State Highway Patrol are preparing for people to travel for the Thanksgiving holiday.

Jefferson City bars prepare for large crowds the night before Thanksgiving

November 25, 2020 6:26 PM Connor Hirsch

The night before thanksgiving in Jefferson City is usually a big night for downtown bars, but this year may feel different amid the COVID-19 pandemic.

Boone County households under mask mandate this Thanksgiving

November 25, 2020 11:24 AM Victoria Bragg

The updated health order requires anyone over age 10 to wear a mask when social distancing isn’t possible and when around people who don’t live with them.