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Tracking showers and storms over Easter weekend
TONIGHT: Increasing clouds, scattered showers possible late. Lows in the low 40s. TOMORROW: Scattered showers and a few thunderstorms early, dry time in the afternoon before the next rounds arrives late Saturday night. Highs in the low 60s. EXTENDED: A strong low pressure system is expected to move across Mid-Missouri on Sunday, bringing temperatures into
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Parson creates group to oversee COVID-19 stimulus spending
Gov. Mike Parson and state leaders are scheduled to hold a COVID-19 briefing on Friday at 3 p.m.
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Clouds & rain chances return this weekend
TONIGHT: Increasing clouds. Not as cold. Lows fall into the lower 40s. SATURDAY: A round of morning showers and a rumble of thunder will move through the region, before drying out and leaving us cloudy in the afternoon. Temperatures will feel a bit warmer with more moisture in the atmosphere. Highs will top in the upper
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Churches making adjustments for Easter weekend celebrations due to COVID-19
Many Church goers across Mid-Missouri are going to have to celebrate Easter from home this weekend amid the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic in the state.
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Sunshine sticking around to close out the week
FRIDAY: After a chilly start, temperatures will rebound with plenty of sunshine and much less wind. Highs will reach the middle 50’s once again. TONIGHT: Clouds will increase late ahead of our next weather system. Wouldn’t completely rule out some spotty sprinkles, but it’s looking like the measurable rain will hold off for Saturday. Lows
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Honesty, availability key in talking with children about COVID-19
With coronavirus continuing to spread across the globe it can be difficult to escape conversations about it. Depending on the child, the virus can also feel very intimidating, so experts say it’s important to be available to listen to and talk with your child.
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Andrew’s at-home sports: April 9, 2020
ABC 17 Sports Director Andrew Kauffman is asking all of our viewers to send in your best at-home sports videos to news@kmiz.com. He will share the best ones in his 10 p.m. sportscast every night for the foreseeable future. You can watch Andrew’s at-home sports from Thursday, April 9 in the video player above.
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Hard freeze likely with frost developing overnight
TONIGHT: Winds diminish and skies clear, allowing frost to develop. A Freeze Warning is in effect for much of the area through 9AM Friday. Lows near 30. FRIDAY: Patchy frost early, mostly sunny. Highs in the mid-50s. EXTENDED: A warm front lifts north across Missouri on Saturday, bringing temperatures back into the 60s with chances
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VIDEO: Boone County commissioner on stay-at-home order’s effectiveness
Boone County Commissioner Fred Parry during a live interview Thursday on ABC 17 News joined the chorus of local officials saying stay-at-home orders are working to slow down COVID-19.
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Missouri schools to stay closed through end of academic year
Gov. Mike Parson on Thursday said he is ordering that all public and charter schools remain closed through the end of the school year.
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Subfreezing temperatures threaten sensitive vegetation overnight
TONIGHT: Winds back off but mostly clear skies stick around as high pressure settles overhead. Temperatures will fall to or slightly below the freezing mark so any sensitive vegetation will need to be covered. EXTENDED: A pretty similar day for Friday, minus the blustery winds. Highs get back into the middle 50’s with more sunshine. Clouds will
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VIDEO: Cole County extended stay-at-home order goes into effect Thursday
Jefferson City Mayor Carrie Tergin joined ABC 17 News This Morning to discuss the county’s efforts related to COVID-19.
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Tracking windy conditions this afternoon
THURSDAY: A bit quieter this afternoon. Temperatures have taken a hit and look to only manage the middle 50’s this afternoon behind the front. Winds will be the one issue we have to contend with out of the northwest. Sustained winds will be anywhere from 15-25 mph with gusts getting up around 40-45 mph. TONIGHT:
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JC Schools continues online learning, commencement ceremonies still undecided
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) The Jefferson City School District is battling most of the same issues schools around the country are facing right now. JC Schools Superintendent Larry Linthacum says the district is working with staff and parents to get students what they need to learn, including WiFi and food. “I’d say it’s going well but
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Dementia patients and caregivers face new challenges with COVID-19
The Alzheimer’s Association Greater Missouri Chapter is working to provide resources to individuals who have Alzheimers or another form of dementia and their caregivers.
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Columbia, Boone County officials say stay-at-home order working, urge residents to continue following it
City of Columbia and Boone County leaders said Wednesday that a stay-at-home order is working but residents need to continue to adhere to its restrictions on movement.
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Weather Alert Day: Tracking strong storms with large hail later today
Afternoon Update: Temperatures have skyrocketed into the 80s across Mid-Missouri with increasing southwest winds. A cold front has started to develop storms to our north that are capable of producing large hail. Storm Mode: Discrete (L) vs. Linear (R) Synopsis: A strong cold front will slide southeast across the area overnight, bringing the chance for
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Andrew’s at-home sports: April 8, 2020
ABC 17 Sports Director Andrew Kauffman is asking all of our viewers to send in your best at-home sports videos to news@kmiz.com. He will share the best ones in his 10 p.m. sportscast every night for the foreseeable future. You can watch Andrew’s at-home sports from Wednesday, April 8 in the video player above.
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CPS adjusts to new alternative learning methods after pause
Columbia Public Schools began alternative learning again Wednesday morning after a pause to refocus its methods for teaching remotely.
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