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This Columbia rail trail project could happen sooner as interest grows
Interest is growing in converting an unused portion of the city-owned Colt Railroad into a trail system. It's a conversation that may happen sooner than later after this week's Columbia City Council meeting. This "rails to trails" conversion project first was included in the 2021 park sales tax renewal, said...
Forecast: Tracking the 80s with spot showers
Temperatures will remain in the 80s as we sit around in the lower 80s through the day under a mostly sunny sky. There is a chance for an isolated shower, but many of us will be dry throughout the day. Overnight, lows will drop into the middle 60s under a mostly clear sky.
Mizzou Chancellor says remote classes are here to stay, but won’t replace the physical classroom
The pandemic may be over, but remote classes are here to stay, according to Mizzou chancellor Mun Choi. He believes they don’t pose a threat to the in-person classroom experience. “You know, the thought that online education would be – will create the death of (the) in-person, residential higher...
2024 Jordan Hoyt Memorial Tribute to Women Award winners announced
Each year, the University of Missouri Chancellor’s Committee on the Status of Women awards the Jordan Hoyt Memorial Tribute to a student, faculty and staff who go above and beyond to contribute to an environment of equity, fairness and justice for women on campus. These recipients have demonstrated respect for the diversity of women’s experiences and have helped to promote the advancement of women through education and advocacy.
No injuries reported after fire at Orr Street Studios in downtown Columbia Sunday morning
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) The Columbia Fire Department responded to a fire at Orr Street Studios in downtown Columbia early Sunday morning. According to a press release from the department, crews were dispatched to a large outside fire at 106 Orr Street at 2:09 a.m. Firefighters found a small fire next to the building, but the The post No injuries reported after fire at Orr Street Studios in downtown Columbia Sunday morning appeared first on ABC17NEWS.
Columbia Police investigate early morning shooting just north of I-70
Columbia Police investigate a shots fire incident reported early Sunday morning. The incident was reported just before 2 a.m. in the 500 block of Texas Avenue, just north of I-70. Witnesses told police that shots had been fired and property damage was reported. However, no injuries were reported. Anyone with...
Mizzou Football Star Receiver Luther Burden Selected to First Team All-SEC
With SEC Media Days coming to a close on Thursday evening, the media voted on their preseason All-SEC teams. Any member of the press who was in attendance at the event had access to submit a ballot. The media voted on their preseason All-SEC teams, along with predicted standings for the upcoming season.
Columbia breakdancers hope Olympics debut grabs local attention
Breakdancing will have a grand introduction to a new, wider audience when it makes its debut next month at the Paris Olympics. It is the only new sport to be added to the 2024 Paris Olympics. Officially called “breaking” at the Olympics, the sport will introduce 16 men and women...
Mizzou Football: Kristian Williams named as 2024 Wuerffel Trophy Nominee
Each year, the Wuerffel Trophy is awarded to the college football player "who best combines exemplary community service with athletic and academic achievement." This national honor is one of the biggest accomplsihments across the sport. It shows not just great play on the field, but more importantly outstanding work in the community.
“Art of Observation” photo book project to feature pictures from local photographers of all levels
“Art of Observation” photo book project to feature pictures from local photographers of all levels. Two longtime locals, Johanna Cox, a technology team lead at Veterans United Home Loans and Rebecca Allen, a local photographer, partnered on the project for the Access Arts CelebrArty annual auction, scheduled for Sept. 17 this year. The fundraising auction will include their photography book that photographers of all skill levels can submit their own photos to -- with a catch.
Columbia Police Department finds missing teen girl
The Columbia Police Department has found 16-year-old Abigail Nelson. In a Facebook post, CPD asked the public for help to locate Nelson. Police reported Nelson was last seen Saturday, July 20, at approximately 10:45 p.m. in the 4100 block of South Wapple Drive.
Greg McElroy calls out Eli Drinkwitz for ‘coach speak’ on motivational tactics
Missouri took a massive leap forward last season, finishing with an 11-2 overall record. Now, the pressure is on the Tigers to have another standout campaign. At the 2024 SEC Media Days, Missouri head coach Eli Drinkwitz insisted he isn’t allowing outside noise to affect his program. “It really is not about anybody else except […] The post Greg McElroy calls out Eli Drinkwitz for ‘coach speak’ on motivational tactics appeared first on On3.
Show-Me State Games officially underway
The first weekend of the 2024 Show-Me State games officially got underway Saturday, marking the 40th anniversary of the Olympic-style event. There were nearly 20 different competitions on the schedule for Saturday, among them powerlifting and miniature golf.
Missouri AG criticized by political rivals over alleged lack of action on radioactive waste
Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey insists his office is working to hold the federal government accountable for the decades-old radioactive waste contamination that plagues the St. Louis area. “We are fighting to ensure that the federal government protects Missourians from the poison that the federal government injected into the streams and creeks there in eastern […] The post Missouri AG criticized by political rivals over alleged lack of action on radioactive waste appeared first on Missouri Independent.
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