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Growth needs drive Boone County Family Resources' property acquisitions
The agency, which provides services for those with developmental disabilities, says it hopes a Short Street option will allow it to meet space requirements while preserving the North Village's residential character.
City calls on volunteers to help keep sidewalks free of snow
City leaders are searching for a solution to Columbia's snow removal problem, and strict enforcement of ordinances doesn't seem like a viable option. Instead, Mayor Bob McDavid calls on Columbia's "culture of volunteerism."
Columbia organizations gather donations for Souper Bowl of Caring
As the Super Bowl draws near, organizations around Columbia are collecting donations for a worthy cause, the Souper Bowl for Caring.
Winter weather ties for Columbia's seventh warmest on record
According to the National Weather Service, Columbia's average temperature for the past two months has been 10.1 degrees warmer than the same period last winter.
Cunningham sisters lead Rock Bridge girls basketball to victory
Sisters Lindsey and Sophie Cunningham combined for 25 points to lead the Rock Bridge Bruins to victory Friday night over Fort Zumwalt West.
Author and attorney Scott Turow visits MU
Best-selling author and attorney Scott Turow visited MU on Friday and shared enlightening tales of his journey as a novelist with local fans.
Defendants in Hobson murder testify in Tony Lewis trial
Daron Peal and Anthony Carr, who have been sentenced for their roles in the 2010 killing of Aaron Hobson, testified about Tony Lewis on Friday, denying that he had a role. Closing arguments in Lewis’ trial will begin Saturday morning.
Hickman boys basketball beats Lincoln Prep
Hickman beat Lincoln Prep 56-43 at the Interscholastic League Fieldhouse in Kansas City.
Assistant coach and tennis player continue partnership at Missouri
When Missouri recruited tennis player Rachel Stuhlmann, she recommended Jason Potthoff, a coach she'd worked with often. Potthoff became an assistant coach with the Tigers, and together the duo has already shared a big moment for Missouri tennis.
Santorum addresses voters at Grace Bible Church in Columbia
The Republican presidential candidate spoke about deregulation, the ineffectiveness of Obamacare and his electability.
MU professors discuss what to expect from Super Bowl commercials
Super Bowl Sunday is the biggest day for commercials, and Margaret Duffy, CEO of MoJo Ad, said authenticity, social networking and humor are main ad strategies to reach a young audience in Super Bowl 46 commercials.
Laura Naomi Melloway, June 14, 1923 — Jan. 31, 2012, of Columbia
Columbia to host Missouri Special Olympics Summer State Games
The event will require $250,00 in funding and roughly 1,500 volunteers.
Shots fired at High Hill Circle trailer court
Shots were fired Thursday evening at the High Hill Circle trailer courts. No one was injured. The Boone County Sheriff's Department is asking anyone with information to call.
SHOW ME THE RECORDS: Academic Progress Rate
Academic Progress Rate is an NCAA tool that measures the success of a program moving its athletes toward graduation. It takes into account academic eligibility and retention — whether the athletes stay in schoo
Missouri gymnastics coach Rob Drass shares friendly rivarly with former mentor
Friday marked the first time Missouri gymnastics coach Rob Drass had the opportunity to showcase his head coaching abilities to Stevenson, his longtime friend and mentor, as the No. 17 Tigers led throughout all four rotations and defeated the No. 23 Wolfpack, 195.925-195.225.
Judge sets Feb. 10 deadline for House redistricting arguments
Cole County Circuit Judge Pat Joyce has set the deadline for submitting arguments in the lawsuit challenging new House districts a mere two and a half weeks before candidates begin filing for this year's election.
New Missouri congressional redistricting map survives lawsuits
Two lawsuits arguing the newest congressional redistricting map fails to meet state constitutional requirements were rejected by Cole Country Circuit Judge Dan Green.
Komen drops plan to cut Planned Parenthood grants
The charity originally excluded Planned Parenthood from its breast-screening grants due to the government investigation surrounding the organization.
Psychologist: Suspect in Giffords shooting still 'incompetent'
Although Jared Lee Loughner has improved, his chief psychologist said his mental state still leaves him unable to stand trial.