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PAC spending in Missouri lieutenant governor’s race shows links to candidate Dave Wasinger
A company that shares an address with lieutenant governor candidate Dave Wasinger’s home last week loaned $300,000 to a recently formed PAC for attacks on his two best-funded Republican primary opponents. DACA Partners III LP on Thursday loaned the money to Missouri First Conservative PAC with terms stating it is to be repaid in 47 […]
What is the hottest temperature recorded in Missouri?
When it comes to weather, Missouri is a special place. We are known for blistering hot summers, and bitterly cold winters. Did you know the hottest and coldest temperatures ever recorded in Missouri happened in the same place? Warsaw, Missouri has the honor of holding both the record high and record-cold temperatures. On July 14, […]
Harper Steps into Director Role
Central Methodist University’s office of financial assistance has found its new director in Dyllon Harper, a former college athlete who’s ready to take on a challenge with his new team. “We are excited to welcome Dyllon to our excellent financial assistance team,” said Dr. Melissa Mace, vice president...
Columbia’s city council to hold Monday public hearing on proposed new budget, which calls for 31 new positions
Monday evening is your first opportunity to testify about Columbia city manager De’Carlon Seewood’s proposed $558-million budget. 939 the Eagle’s Mike Murphy, the publisher of Comobuz, reports Mr. Seewood’s proposed budget calls for the creation of 31 new positions next year. Murphy reports that’s 120 new positions in the three fiscal years since Mr. Seewood was hired in January 2022 and Mayor Barbara Buffaloe was elected four months later.
University of Missouri essentially eliminates DEI division in restructuring
Following trends of other publicly funded universities where state governments are Republican controlled, the University of Missouri is reorganizing its Division of Inclusion, Diversity and Equity, essentially eliminating it. MU President Mun Choi made the announcement Tuesday in a letter to the university community. ...
How experienced quarterback Drew Pyne came to be Mizzou's backup signal-caller
There are football players who are students of the game — those with an uncommon knowledge of and knack for the sport’s intricacies. Then, there are football players who set aside the game for a time to be students. A college athlete stepping away from a sport to...
Fire at Orr Street Studios ruled accidental, report states
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) A July 21 fire at Orr Street Studios in Columbia was started unintentionally, according to a fire incident report. The fire has since left the business closed. A sign posted on the door of the business on Wednesday showed it was still closed. The fire incident report claims $110,00 of contents and The post Fire at Orr Street Studios ruled accidental, report states appeared first on ABC17NEWS.
Settlement reached in wrongful death lawsuit of MU student in case of woman accused of stabbing, burning body
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) A settlement was reached Monday in the wrongful death lawsuit of a University of Missouri student who was found dead at the residence of a woman accused of stabbing him and burning the body. The mother of Samuel Clemons, Jennifer Riley, filed the wrongful death petition against on Feb. 2. The lawsuit The post Settlement reached in wrongful death lawsuit of MU student in case of woman accused of stabbing, burning body appeared first on ABC17NEWS.
Downtown Columbia will soon experience the flavors of Ethiopian cuisine
Downtown diners will have another savory option when Mahi's Ethiopian Kitchen moves into Alley A. The restaurant will be moving into the space at 905 Alley A, No. 101 recently vacated by Big Mama Chim's Noodle House. Facebook posts from last week show the restaurant's signage above the door with a message...
Mizzou Football: Phillip Roche Misses Practice after being Arrested on Monday Night
On Monday night in Columbia, Missouri, football safety Phillip Roche was arrested after disregarding three separate warrants for his required court attendance. These warrants were issued earlier this year after Roche missed multiple hearings related to his numerous speeding tickets. Roche is just 19 years old and is set to...
Paul Finebaum Names Hidden Threat On SEC Powerhouse's Schedule
Last year, the Missouri Tigers were a surprise in college football. The Tigers were picked to finish No. 6 in the SEC East, but ended with a record of 11-2, finishing No. 2 in the division and tying for the third-best record in the conference. This season, the Tigers have a lot of expectations to ...
Columbia Police Department asks for community feedback on Flock camera system
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) The Columbia Police Department has announced several public meetings to get the community’s feedback on the possible use of Flock cameras. CPD has previously suggested using a camera system in Columbia called Fusus, which the City Council rejected following community pushback at a November 2022 council meeting. The council voted 4-3 against The post Columbia Police Department asks for community feedback on Flock camera system appeared first on ABC17NEWS.
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