SATURDAY UPDATES: Morgan, Moniteau County report new active cases of COVID-19
The Columbia/Boone County Health Department reported 53 new cases of COVID-19 on Saturday.
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Driver flees the scene after crashing into building
BOONE COUNTY Mo. (KMIZ) Authorities are investigating after someone crashed a car into a building in Boone County, Saturday morning. The crash took place around 12:30 a.m. on the 800 block of Demaret Drive in Boone County. The driver of the blue sedan fled the scene after the crash, according to Boone County Fire officials.
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FRIDAY UPDATES: Health officials warn of increasing spread of COVID-19 as Cole County logs new record
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Continue ReadingColumbia, Boone County health order adds new restrictions to restaurants and bars
An updated health order for Columbia and Boone County requires customers at restaurants and bars to remain seated unless going to the bathroom.
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A local football camp practices safety as youth sports return to Mid-Missouri
Two former University of Missouri football standouts said safety was a primary concern as they hosted more than 50 players at a youth football camp Thursday.
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Columbia Public Schools parents differ on in-person teaching as COVID-19 pandemic continues
Whether to have students in classes starting later this month has split Columbia Public Schools parents and teachers.
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WATCH: Columbia Public Schools considers hybrid learning, delayed start
CPS is considering a hybrid model for classes for the 2020-21 school year.
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Hundreds apply for contact tracing jobs in Boone County
The Columbia/Boone County Health Department is working to hire several positions with CARES Act funding.
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Another Columbia restaurant charged with violating COVID-19 order
The City of Columbia filed charges against Truman’s Bar & Grill for violating the COVID-19 health order.
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ELECTION NIGHT UPDATES: Missouri approves Medicaid expansion
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Columbia Public Schools to revisit fall re-entry plan
Columbia Public Schools officials and board members will meet Tuesday to discuss the district’s plans to bring students and faculty back following recommendations for a delayed start date.
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Columbia voters split on expanding Missouri’s Medicaid program
Columbia residents voted on Missouri Amendment 2 on Tuesday which would expand Medicaid in Missouri.
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Masks encouraged for voting in Boone County election
BOONE COUNTY Mo. (KMIZ) Polling places are expected to open up at 6 Tuesday morning for the August primary election, and voters are asked to bring a valid form of ID and a mask. This year’s ballot features Amendment 2 which would expand Medicaid if approved and races for party nominations for Boone County, U.S.
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MONDAY UPDATES: Columbia cancels Heritage Festival over COVID-19 concerns
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Columbia City Council to review CARES Act funding
The Columbia City Council will meet at 7 p.m. on Monday for its regularly scheduled meeting.
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AUGUST PRIMARY: Expectations for voting in Mid-Missouri counties
Mid-Missouri county clerks go over what to expect during Tuesday’s August Primary Election.
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CARES Act funding agreement could add 40 positions to Columbia/Boone health department
The Columbia City Council is set to talk about an agreement on CARES Act funding with Boone County at its meeting Monday.
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City Council considering special election on roll carts
The Columbia City Council is set to talk about holding a special election on roll carts at its meeting Monday night.
Continue ReadingSATURDAY UPDATES: Boone County reports record daily case increase
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) UPDATE 7:25 P.M.: The Columbia/Boone County Health Department reported 61 new cases of COVID-19 Saturday, a new record. The previous record for daily increases was 53. There are currently 224 active cases of the virus. UPDATE 5:45 P.M.: Morgan County reported a new COVID-19 case Saturday. The health department is now reporting
Continue Reading Boone County sees fourth death due to COVID-19
According to the Columbia/Boone County Health Department the fourth person in Boone County have died on Friday related to COVID-19.
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