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State workforce officials prepare to assist 442 workers affected by Conagra closure

MACON, Mo. (KMIZ) The Missouri Department of Higher Education and Workforce Development says its Rapid Response team is in contact with Conagra Brands after the company announced it will permanently close its Macon plant and eliminate 442 jobs. Heather Dolce, an assistant commissioner with the department, said Tuesday the state does not yet have details The post State workforce officials prepare to assist 442 workers affected by Conagra closure appeared first on ABC17NEWS .

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442 Workers Face Layoffs as Macon, Missouri Plant Closes

A Macon, Missouri manufacturing facility has alerted state regulators they will be closing which will mean a layoff of 442 workers starting in January.

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This Affordable Missouri Town Is So Cheap, Retirees Say Social Security Covers It All

There’s a town in Missouri called Mexico, and no, your GPS isn’t having an existential crisis. It’s a real place, it’s genuinely affordable, and retirees across the state are quietly packing their bags and pointing their cars toward Audrain County. Mexico, Missouri sits about 30 miles...

Audrain County, MO · 4d

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Missouri Picks Builder for $583M I-70 Widening From Kingdom City to Warrenton

Missouri has picked the team that will widen a 44-mile stretch of Interstate 70 between Kingdom City and Warrenton, adding a third lane in each direction and replacing every inch of existing pavement along the corridor. Construction is expected to begin in the first half of 2027, with the project wrapped up by late 2030.

Warrenton, MO · 1d

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Trial Set for April for Dog Breeder Melissa Sanders

A new trial date has been set for a Columbia-area woman accused in the deaths of nearly 30 dogs at a breeding and boarding facility. Melissa Sanders is now scheduled to stand trial April 26 in Boone County Circuit Court. The five-day trial has been postponed twice, with her attorney telling the judge Monday that the defense is nearing the end of its evidence gathering and witness preparation.

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Missouri wants to stop a deadly deer disease from spreading. Some hunters aren't cooperating

The Missouri Department of Conservation has made changes to methods of preventing the spread of chronic wasting disease, a deadly pathogen that has infected about 1% of Missouri's approximately 1.5 million white-tailed deer. But hunters are frustrated with the changes and some hunters' decisions could affect meat processors and taxidermists.

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Ameren plans three more Missouri battery plants

Utility company Ameren has received the green light to add a new-to-Missouri type of infrastructure to the electric grid: batteries. The utility is expanding energy storage in the state. It is currently building its first battery facility in Missouri and recently received approval from state regulators for three more. Last...

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Boone Health seeks approval for property sale without publicly naming the buyer

Boone Health is asking the Boone County Commission to approve the sale of county-owned land and buildings following a nearly year-and-a-half long search for a strategic partner — but the public still does not know the identity of the organization selected to buy them. The Boone County Hospital Board...

Boone County, MO · 1d

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Club Car Wash Announces Upcoming Veterans Day Deal

Get a Free MVP Wash as a Veteran or Active Military. COLUMBIA, MO / ACCESS Newswire / November 9, 2026 / Club Car Wash announces its upcoming plans for Veterans Day to celebrate community members who have served or are currently serving. On Wednesday, November 11, Club Car Wash will...

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South Fairview Road to close near Chapel Hill Road on Nov. 30

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) A portion of South Fairview Road that is just north of Chapel Hill Road will close at the end of the month. Columbia Public Works announced on Monday that the closure will begin Nov. 30 as construction crews had into the next phase of building a roundabout at the busy intersection. Public The post South Fairview Road to close near Chapel Hill Road on Nov. 30 appeared first on ABC17NEWS .

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Sturgeon without power amid Ameren outage

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) Sturgeon was without electricity Tuesday after a transformer blew near the fire station. The City of Sturgeon posted on Facebook early Tuesday afternoon that City Hall would be closed for the day because of the power outage. The building will also be closed Wednesday for Veterans Day. The Ameren Missouri online outage The post Sturgeon without power amid Ameren outage appeared first on ABC17NEWS .

Sturgeon, MO · 1d

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Columbia Ward 2 Council Member defends sudden Flock vote, says residents have raised concerns for years

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) Columbia City Councilwoman Vera Elwood said she was surprised but excited to move forward with a vote ending the city's contracts with Flock Safety, arguing that residents had raised concerns about the company's handling of data for years. Elwood, who represents Ward 2, made the motion near...

Columbia, MO · 12h

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CWD sampling required this weekend in Audrain, Callaway and Montgomery counties

Mid-Missouri deer hunters in Audrain, Callaway and Montgomery counties must complete mandatory chronic wasting disease sampling this weekend. Deer harvested on Saturday, Nov. 14, and Sunday, Nov. 15, in those counties will need to be taken to a CWD sampling location. This coincides with the opening weekend of the November portion of the firearms deer season.

Audrain County, MO · 23h

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Callaway County Jail moves from frozen meals to full-service kitchen

FULTON — For years, feeding inmates at the Callaway County Jail has largely meant making prepackaged meals. But with a fresh system coming to the table, meals from scratch will soon be possible. The jail is transitioning to a full-service kitchen, a change officials said was driven in part...

Callaway County, MO · 2d

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Fulton mayor resigns effective immediately due to health concerns

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) Fulton Mayor Steve Myers resigned from his position at 6:30 pm. Tuesday due to health concerns, according to a press release from the city. Myers had announced last month that he would not seek reelection because of health concerns. Myers was elected to the position in 2023 after serving as the city’s The post Fulton mayor resigns effective immediately due to health concerns appeared first on ABC17NEWS .

Fulton, MO · 1d

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State facing ‘financial headwinds,’ MU president warns

The president of the University of Missouri System is warning staff about potential impacts from forthcoming cuts to the state’s budget.

Columbia, MO · 1d

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MoDOT to perform maintenance on I-72 Mark Twain Bridge

HANNIBAL, Mo. - The Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT) is warning travelers to be aware of maintenance operations scheduled for a bridge in Hannibal. As early as Thursday, Nov. 12, traffic will be reduced to one lane while the I-72 Mark Twain Memorial Bridge undergoes preventative maintenance and cleaning. Drivers...

Hannibal, MO · 1d

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Mexico Veterans Monument Dedicated Today

A new monument honoring military veterans is being officially dedicated today in Mexico, Missouri, for Veterans Day. The Central Missouri Veterans Monument will be dedicated during a public ceremony at 11 this morning at the intersection of Teal Lake Road and Huntingfield Road. The project was spearheaded by Mexico native...

Mexico, MO · 1d

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Childcare subsidy waitlist continues to grow as some care centers struggle

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) Thousands of families are waiting to receive childcare subsidies after being placed on a waitlist while the state waits for more program openings. As the waitlist grows, more child care centers in areas that serve low-income families have been forced to close their doors. The Department of Elementary and Secondary Education opened The post Childcare subsidy waitlist continues to grow as some care centers struggle appeared first on ABC17NEWS .

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University of Missouri President Mun Choi expresses Downtown Columbia safety concerns

COLUMBIA — University of Missouri President Mun Choi renewed his call on Columbia city leaders to act on safety concerns in Downtown Columbia. For more than a year, Choi has beaten a drum on gun violence, particularly around East Walnut Street. Choi said Downtown Columbia had too many violent fights outside bars. He wanted greater accountability from city leaders.