Nearly a year after first confirming its plans, Trader Joe’s is officially opening its doors in Columbia. The store, located at 201 North Stadium Boulevard in the old Macy’s building […]… Continue Reading
trial of Quatavia Givens now set July 26, 2026
The trial of a Jefferson City woman accused of killing a 4-year-old boy is now set to take place July 26, 2026, Quatavia Givens, who is accused of the 2018 […]… Continue Reading
Columbia man committed indefinitely
A Boone County judge ordered a Columbia man committed indefinitely to the Missouri Department of Mental Health on Wednesday after accepting his insanity plea in the 2024 death of his […]… Continue Reading
Jefferson City’s Lodging Association is suing the city
Jefferson City’s Lodging Association is suing the city over its lodging tax — just days before voters decide whether to renew it. The group of hotel and motel owners filed […]… Continue Reading
Meals on Wheels Stepping up
In Columbia, a local nonprofit is stepping up as the government shutdown halts food assistance. Meals on Wheels of Columbia will provide up to 5,000 free meals to residents who […]… Continue Reading
WIC, program will remain funded through November
Missouri says benefits for low-income mothers and children will continue next month, despite the ongoing federal shutdown. The state’s Department of Health and Senior Services announced Wednesday that the Women, […]… Continue Reading
Callaway County Flood Plan
In an effort to maintain inclusion in the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)’s National Flood Plain Insurance Program, that provides flood insurance to property owners, renters and businesses, Callaway County […]… Continue Reading
Health Insurance Price Increase
Health care could cost Americans more next year, as open enrollment for 2026 plans begins soon. Across the country — and especially in Missouri — premiums are set to climb […]… Continue Reading
Cole County sex offender compliance
Cole County Sheriff’s deputies will be out on Halloween evening conducting compliance checks on 149 registered sex offenders. Under Missouri law, anyone on the registry since August 28, 2008, must […]… Continue Reading
Arson Indictment
A Boone County grand jury handed down an indictment on a Columbia man accused of setting two house fires on Paris Road earlier this summer — one that claimed a […]… Continue Reading
