Missouri Eases Restrictions On To Alcoholic To Go Drinks At Restaurants Missouri is loosening restrictions on restaurants that sell alcohol. The State Division of Alcohol and Tobacco Control announced yesterday (Tuesday) that restaurants that sell alcohol will be able to offer drinks with their to-go meals through May 15th. The division issued a temporary waiver…… Continue Reading
Jefferson City School District Surveying Parents and Students on Graduation Preferences
Jefferson City School District Surveying Parents and Students on Graduation Preferences The Jefferson City School District is surveying parents about how they would like to see graduation handled. In a virtual Board of Education meeting held last night for the first time since Governor Parson decided to close buildings across the state for the rest…… Continue Reading
Miss Missouri Competitions Postponed
Miss Missouri Competitions Postponed Miss Missouri Competitions that take place in Mexico are being postponed due to the continued impact of COVID-19. In a letter from the Miss Missouri Board of Directors yesterday, they say they are not confident the effects of the pandemic will have passed by mid-June and the Miss Missouri Competition dates…… Continue Reading
Warrenton Walmart Employee Tests Positive for COVID-19
Warrenton Walmart Employee Tests Positive for COVID-19 An employee at the Walmart in Warrenton is testing positive for COVID-19. The Warrenton County Health Department received confirmation of the positive case yesterday (Sunday) according to a press release. The employee works at the Walmart Pharmacy. Health officials said potential exposure to the public was limited to…… Continue Reading
Governor Parson Signs Supplemental Budget
Governor Parson Signs Supplemental Budget The supplemental budget passed by the Missouri General Assembly earlier this week now has Governor Mike Parson’s signature on it. The legislation will provide access to federal funding under the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act signed into law by President Donald Trump on March 27th, which included 150…… Continue Reading
Positive Case of COVID-19 at Columbia Assisted Living Facility
Positive Case of COVID-19 at Columbia Assisted Living Facility A positive case of COVID-19 is being reported at a Columbia Assisted Living Facility. Late in afternoon yesterday (Thursday) Columbia/Boone Public Health was made aware of a positive COVID-19 case at Cedarhurst of Columbia assisted living center. It is the only positive case of COVID-19 that…… Continue Reading
Stimulus Checks Scams
Stimulus Check Scams Americans are being warned about possible COVID-19 stimulus check scams going around. According to the Better Business Bureau scammers are trying to reach consumers through phone calls, texts or emails asking for personal or financial information. The Better Business Bureau says they have already received reports of such scams. Treasury Secretary Steve…… Continue Reading
Missouri Schools Ordered Closed For Rest of Academic Year
Missouri Schools Ordered Closed For Rest of Academic Year All public and charter schools will be closed for the rest of the academic year in Missouri. Governor Mike Parson made the announcement yesterday (Thursday) afternoon at a press conference. The closure is due to COVID-19 concerns. Parson said the decision was made by working with…… Continue Reading
Missouri Health Director Directing Release of COVID-19 Racial Data
Missouri Health Director Directing Release of COVID-19 Racial Data Missouri’s Health Director is asking medical professionals to provide racial data about patients who become ill or die from COVID-19 as some black lawmakers are raising concern about the lack of information. Randall Williams said yesterday (Wednesday) the state has not released data about the race…… Continue Reading
Mexico School District Closing Outdoor Facilities
Mexico School District Closing Outdoor Facilities The Mexico School District is closing their outdoor facilities until further notice. In an email sent out yesterday (Monday) the district says the closure includes school playgrounds and areas where individuals gather for team sports. The district says the closure is due to safety concerns of patrons and to…… Continue Reading
