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ELECTION UPDATES: Boone County Jail tax goes down in major defeat

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) A sales tax to pay for a new Boone County Jail was roundly rejected by voters on Tuesday. More than 39,000 votes were cast against Proposition L, with a little more than 26,000 votes in favor of it. Boone County Sheriff Dwayne Carey had earlier Tuesday expressed optimism that the measure would The post ELECTION UPDATES: Boone County Jail tax goes down in major defeat appeared first on ABC17NEWS .

Boone County, MO · 7d

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Columbia Fire Department introduces new fire extinguisher training simulator

The Columbia Fire Department (CFD) has a new fire extinguisher training simulator aimed at teaching firefighters and the public how to safely put out fires. The department’s Bullseye training simulator uses a laser-equipped fire extinguisher and a digital screen to demonstrate how to extinguish a fire. Assistant Fire Marshal...

Columbia, MO · 6d
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Columbia council approves roundabout proposal, stormwater project and park donation

On Monday night, the Columbia City Council approved a variety of proposals, including a roundabout, stormwater improvements and a new park donation, as well as moving to expand the Office of Violence Prevention. Green Meadows–Bethel roundabout. Following a public hearing, the council unanimously agreed to move forward with construction...

Columbia, MO · 8d

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Missouri AG celebrates huge legal win after judge rejects school district challenge that could have blocked charter schools in Boone County

Boone County, Missouri – Missouri’s debate over charter schools has reached a decisive moment in Boone County. A legal challenge that threatened to stop the expansion of public charter schools in the area has ended with a court ruling in favor of the state. For families interested in...

Boone County, MO · 9d
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Avery elected to state Senate District 22 seat

Jim Avery is returning to Jefferson City. Avery, 55-year-old Republican from Pacific, won the District 22 state Senate seat, defeating Jeff Abney, a 44-year-old Democrat from Barnhart. Avery is a former member of the state House representing District 95 from 2003-2009. Avery received 35,597 votes, 57.51 percent, and Abney received...

Jefferson County, MO · 7d

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Clay Chism wins Callaway County presiding commissioner race

Republican Clay Chism defeated Democrat Mike Conner in the race for Callaway County Presiding Commissioner. According to his campaign, Chism's priorities include fiscal responsibility, transparency in county government and strengthening economic development throughout the county. Chism previously served as Callaway County Sheriff, but had his peace officer license revoked following...

Callaway County, MO · 7d

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Water main break near N. West Boulevard in Columbia

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) 14 customers are under a precautionary boil advisory as crews with Columbia Water and Light fix a water main break in Northwest Columbia. At 12:41 a.m. Tuesday, A Boone County Joint Communications alert was sent, stating a water main break occurred near Interstate 70 Dr. SW and N. West Blvd.

Columbia, MO · 8d

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It’s time to rein in Missouri Republicans

Eight St. Louis-area candidates could help restore balance in Jefferson City. Missouri Republicans have had firm control of the state legislature for more than two decades. They have often governed without meaningful Democratic opposition. They have used that power to restrict abortion rights, undermine voter-approved measures, weaken local police control...

Missouri · 9d

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John Martin wins reelection to Missouri House District 44

COLUMBIA — Republican incumbent John Martin won reelection to Missouri House District 44 on Tuesday, defeating Democratic challenger Rebecca "Bekki" Brewer. Martin, a local businessman from Columbia, was first elected to the Missouri General Assembly in 2024. He campaigned on his experience in the legislature, his business background and his support for limited government.

Columbia, MO · 7d

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Missouri Democrats break Republicans' state House supermajority with 16 flipped seats

The blue wave reached the steps of the Missouri Governor’s Mansion Tuesday when Democrats won the state House seat representing downtown Jefferson City on their way to flipping 16 seats from Republicans across the state. Republican Gov. Mike Kehoe’s official residence will be represented by Suzanne Luther, a former...

Jefferson City, MO · 7d

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Missouri could approach turnout record as ballot measures drive interest

Boone County Clerk Brianna Lennon, right, checks in a voter Oct. 23 at the Boone County Government Center in Columbia (Rudi Keller/Missouri Independent).Missouri election officials say brisk early voting could push Tuesday’s turnout close to — or beyond — the state record for a nonpresidential election. The...

Missouri · 8d

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Jefferson City voters approve public safety sales tax increase

Jefferson City voters approved an additional quarter-cent public safety sales tax in Tuesday's election, increasing the city's overall sales tax rate from 7.85% to 8.1%. The increase raises the public safety sales tax from 25 cents to 50 cents per $100 spent on taxable purchases. Voters approved the measure 8,020...

Jefferson City, MO · 7d

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Missouri governor focusing on Amendment 3

Missouri · 8d

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Columbia's holiday kickoff Nov. 7 among things to do this month

November brings the start of holiday season in Boone County and Columbia. While Thanksgiving anchors the end of the month, celebrations and events related to Christmas also are beginning to pop up around the area. The Downtown Community Improvement District, for instance, will hold its holiday shop hop, holiday lighting and horse drawn carriage ride kick off all day Nov. 7. Carriage rides start 4 p.m. in the North Village Arts District next to Fretboard Coffee & Wishflour Bakery. There are a limited number of ride tickets available, but carriage rides will be available Saturdays through Dec. 19. The holiday shop hop is an all-day event and will include special offers from favorite downtown retailers, along with complimentary refreshments. It's a chance to get a jump start on Christmas gift shopping. There are plenty more activities, along with concerts and other events in November. Event listings are not comprehensive, were accurate as of Oct. 23 and are subject to change. Concerts, stand-up comedy, performing arts The Blue Note at 17 N. Ninth St. and sister venue Rose Music Hall at 1013 Park Ave. welcome a variety of acts each month. Be sure to check their respective calendars for dates, times

Columbia, MO · 10d

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Columbia feels early impact from Improve I-70 program

Highway construction continues to have an impact on Columbia as the six-year project to improve Interstate 70 affects traffic on both sides of the city. The Improve I-70 construction began in July 2024 after $2.8 billion was appropriated by the Missouri General Assembly to add a third lane in each direction along 200 miles of the interstate.

Columbia, MO · 10d

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This Small-Town Missouri Bookshop Has Shelter Kittens Napping Between The Shelves And A Porch Nobody Rushes You Off

A bookshop where foster kittens nap between the shelves while you hunt for your next read? That’s real, and it sits on a small-town main street in Missouri. The cats come from a local animal shelter, and they lounge around like they pay the rent. Out back, a leafy little outdoor area leads you to a second room stacked with even more books.

Boonville, MO · 9d

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Duplex fire on Jefferson City's south side displaces four adults

Four adults are displaced following an early morning residential fire on Jefferson City’s south side. The Jefferson City Fire Department reports crews were called just before 3 a.m. Tuesday to a reported structure fire in the 2100 block of Red Oak Drive. Although the initial information indicated a deck fire, by the time crews arrived, they found the fire extending through the roof of a single-story duplex.

Jefferson City, MO · 8d

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Separate MoDOT sidewalk, bridge projects start this week in Columbia

Projects to improve sidewalks in Columbia on state-maintained routes will get a jumpstart Nov. 3. The Missouri Department of Transportation, through its contracting partner, Ti-Zack Concrete LLC, will improve certain sidewalks, curb ramps and pavement approaches to bring them into compliance with Americans With Disabilities Act standards. The first project is along Clark Lane from the Interstate 70/U.S. Highway 63 Connector to Woodland Springs Court. MoDOT also will close the entrance to Creekwood Parkway from Clark Lane during construction. This project is expected to take two weeks. Ti-Zack then has a slew of similar projects throughout the city, but a schedule and order is not yet set. All work should finish by Dec. 31, so drivers should expect construction over the next couple of months in the areas of: Range Line Street from Vandiver Drive to Elleta Boulevard; Providence Road at Boone County Route AC (Grindstone Parkway/Nifong Boulevard); Providence Road at Southampton Drive; Providence Road at Mick Deaver Memorial Drive; Providence Road at Green Meadows Road; and Providence Road at the Boone County Route K and Old Plank Road intersection. Construction will require closure of sidewalks and other pedestrian facilities and may also require intermittent roadway lane closures with flaggers,

Columbia, MO · 9d