Election Day Expectations Election day is here and a large number of Missourians are expected to vote in person today. According to figures from the Missouri secretary of state’s office, local election authorities are forecasting a statewide voter turnout of 75%. About 828,000 people have already returned absentee or mail-in ballots as of Sunday, which…… Continue Reading
Fatal Shooting at Columbia’s Cosmo Park
Fatal Shooting at Columbia’s Cosmo Park One person is dead following a shooting at Cosmo Park in Columbia last night (Monday). Columbia Police say they received the shots fired call around 6 last night and found the victim and multiple shell casings when they arrived. The victim was an adult male, however his name is…… Continue Reading
Nearly Thirty New Cases of COVID-19 Since Friday in Audrain County
Nearly Thirty New Cases of COVID-19 Since Friday in Audrain County Twenty-seven new cases of the novel coronavirus reported in Audrain County since Friday. According to the Audrain County Health Department, as of 4:30 this afternoon (Monday), there are 577 total cases with 94 active – up 15 from Friday with 12 additional recoveries have…… Continue Reading
Mexico Bulldogs Cross Country Sending Five to State Meet
Mexico Bulldogs Cross Country Sending Five to State Meet Five Mexico High School Cross Country athletes are headed to State and have earned All-District honors. The Mexico Cross Country team traveled to Washington, MO for their District Competition on Saturday. The 5 Bulldogs representing Mexico are Sophomore Thomas Peuster who finished 11th with a medal.…… Continue Reading
KWWR Sports Report 11/2/20
KWWR Sports Report 11/2 The North Central Missouri Conference All District teams for volleyball are being released this morning (Monday). Mexico’s Addison McCoy made the first team at outside hitter. Named to the second team were Mexico’s Nayelli Rayiz and Jessica Stephens. Tolton Catholic High School won its first ever softball state tile on Saturday…… Continue Reading
New Administrator For Audrain County Health Department
New Administrator For Audrain County Health Department The Audrain County Health Department has a new Administrator, effective today (Monday). Craig Brace, a native of Wellsville and long-time Mexico resident has been appointed to the role. Brace brings over 37 years of healthcare executive leadership experience to the job, including a vice presidential role at Audrain…… Continue Reading
Jefferson City Salvation Army in Need of Bell Ringers for Annual Kettle Campaign
Jefferson City Salvation Army in Need of Bell Ringers for Annual Kettle Campaign The Jefferson City Salvation Army is in need of bell ringers for its annual red kettle campaign. Local chapters will start Saturday, November 14th and end on Christmas Eve. All of the volunteers will be asked to wear a mask, and sanitation…… Continue Reading
Columbia Midwest Petroleum Robbery
Columbia Midwest Petroleum Robbery No injuries following a robbery with a weapon at the Midwest Petroleum on Providence Road in Columbia last night (Sunday). A victim says 2 men entered the store as if they were going to make a purchase, then came behind the counter and drew handguns while demanding money from the register.…… Continue Reading
KWWR Sports Report 10/31/20
KWWR Sports Report 10/31 The Mexico Bulldogs were triumphant over the Fulton Hornets in a 59-42 victory last night (Friday) at Hawthorne Heights to open up Week One of the High School Playoffs. Photo credits to Eric Mattson Other games in Week One of District Playoffs include: Paris Coyotes advance 24-6 against Father Tolton Mark…… Continue Reading
Health Experts Urge Caution During Pandemic Ahead of Halloween
Health Experts Urge Caution During Pandemic Ahead of Halloween Health experts are reminding people to stay cautious ahead of trick-or-treating and other Halloween festivities tonight (Saturday) during the COVID-19 pandemic. According to the Columbia/Boone County Public Health Department trick-or-treating is listed as high risk. Trick-or-treaters are cautioned about reaching into a bowl to get candy.…… Continue Reading
