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On today's front page:
— Kids find a voice at center for youth
— Initiative reforms face off at ballot
— School markets aim to make food accessible to CPS families
— Federal ruling on new map to come in December
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— Kids find a voice at center for youth
— Initiative reforms face off at ballot
— School markets aim to make food accessible to CPS families
— Federal ruling on new map to come in December
Subscribers can view the e-edition at https://www.columbiamissourian.com/eedition/
November 27, 2025 at 2:00 PM
On today's front page:
— Kids find a voice at center for youth
— Initiative reforms face off at ballot
— School markets aim to make food accessible to CPS families
— Federal ruling on new map to come in December
Subscribers can view the e-edition at https://www.columbiamissourian.com/eedition/
— Kids find a voice at center for youth
— Initiative reforms face off at ballot
— School markets aim to make food accessible to CPS families
— Federal ruling on new map to come in December
Subscribers can view the e-edition at https://www.columbiamissourian.com/eedition/
On today's front page:
— Food bank hosts its 24th food drive
— H-1B visa fee won't impact many Mizzou students
— Former MUPD officer sues, claims unlawful firing
— Former women's hospital to serve outpatient demands
Subscribers can view the e-edition at https://www.columbiamissourian.com/eedition/
— Food bank hosts its 24th food drive
— H-1B visa fee won't impact many Mizzou students
— Former MUPD officer sues, claims unlawful firing
— Former women's hospital to serve outpatient demands
Subscribers can view the e-edition at https://www.columbiamissourian.com/eedition/
November 26, 2025 at 2:00 PM
On today's front page:
— Food bank hosts its 24th food drive
— H-1B visa fee won't impact many Mizzou students
— Former MUPD officer sues, claims unlawful firing
— Former women's hospital to serve outpatient demands
Subscribers can view the e-edition at https://www.columbiamissourian.com/eedition/
— Food bank hosts its 24th food drive
— H-1B visa fee won't impact many Mizzou students
— Former MUPD officer sues, claims unlawful firing
— Former women's hospital to serve outpatient demands
Subscribers can view the e-edition at https://www.columbiamissourian.com/eedition/
The Food Bank works with partners across Missouri to provide food for the community.
More than a Food Bank: Auxiliary resources help sustain the most vulnerable
The Food Bank partners with 67 different vendors who provide support in health care, housing, education and more.
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November 25, 2025 at 7:30 PM
The Food Bank works with partners across Missouri to provide food for the community.
Walter Montejo, 27, was sentenced to four years in prison.
Truck driver sentenced to four years in prison after killing two women on I-70
Walter Montejo was driving an 18-wheeler in 2024 when his semi vaulted across the median and crushed a U-Haul near Columbia.
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November 25, 2025 at 6:30 PM
Walter Montejo, 27, was sentenced to four years in prison.
In a felony warrant sweep across Columbia, federal and local law enforcement officers made 33 arrests, last week.
Warrant sweep dubbed 'Operation Brightside' leads to 33 arrests in Columbia
Columbia police and federal officials shared more information about the arrests made in Columbia late last week.
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November 25, 2025 at 5:30 PM
In a felony warrant sweep across Columbia, federal and local law enforcement officers made 33 arrests, last week.
The art mobile is run by Jabberwocky Studios and offers widespread access to arts and crafts by eliminating barriers such as expenses and transportation.
'A universal language': Jabberwocky Studios brings art to neighborhoods
Jabberwocky Studios runs the art mobile, which brings free art lessons to kids across Columbia.
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November 25, 2025 at 4:30 PM
The art mobile is run by Jabberwocky Studios and offers widespread access to arts and crafts by eliminating barriers such as expenses and transportation.
On today's front page:
— Art mobile makes creativity accessible
— Warrant sweep leads to 33 arrests
— Family of former MU basketball player loses home in fire
— Police use of Flock cameras raises concerns
Subscribers can view the e-edition at https://www.columbiamissourian.com/eedition/
— Art mobile makes creativity accessible
— Warrant sweep leads to 33 arrests
— Family of former MU basketball player loses home in fire
— Police use of Flock cameras raises concerns
Subscribers can view the e-edition at https://www.columbiamissourian.com/eedition/
November 25, 2025 at 2:00 PM
On today's front page:
— Art mobile makes creativity accessible
— Warrant sweep leads to 33 arrests
— Family of former MU basketball player loses home in fire
— Police use of Flock cameras raises concerns
Subscribers can view the e-edition at https://www.columbiamissourian.com/eedition/
— Art mobile makes creativity accessible
— Warrant sweep leads to 33 arrests
— Family of former MU basketball player loses home in fire
— Police use of Flock cameras raises concerns
Subscribers can view the e-edition at https://www.columbiamissourian.com/eedition/
Jennifer James has been appointed the next Show-Me Central Habitat for Humanity executive director.
Show-Me Central Habitat for Humanity names new executive director
Show-Me Central Habitat for Humanity announced the appointment of its next executive director will be Jennifer James Friday.
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November 24, 2025 at 9:30 PM
Jennifer James has been appointed the next Show-Me Central Habitat for Humanity executive director.
At the Wyndham Executive Center, hundreds of bulldogs will arrive this weekend to compete in the Bulldog Club of America’s National Show.
Paws for applause: National show for bulldogs lands in Columbia this week
Hundreds of bulldogs are competing at the Wyndham Executive Center, where dogs and owners will stay for a week of competition.
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November 24, 2025 at 8:30 PM
At the Wyndham Executive Center, hundreds of bulldogs will arrive this weekend to compete in the Bulldog Club of America’s National Show.
On Sunday, about 50 community organizations marched in downtown Columbia at the annual Columbia Christmas Parade Against Poverty.
Community Christmas parade kicks off holiday season Sunday
About 50 organizations marched in downtown Columbia at the Columbia Christmas Parade Against Poverty on Sunday afternoon.
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November 24, 2025 at 7:30 PM
On Sunday, about 50 community organizations marched in downtown Columbia at the annual Columbia Christmas Parade Against Poverty.
Flock’s AI-powered Automated License Plate Recognition technology collects snapshots, timestamps and locations thousands of times a day help the Columbia Police Department keep watch.
Columbia’s use of Flock cameras raises concerns
Flock cameras feature an automated license plate scanning program that helps police find cars connected to crimes.
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November 24, 2025 at 6:30 PM
Flock’s AI-powered Automated License Plate Recognition technology collects snapshots, timestamps and locations thousands of times a day help the Columbia Police Department keep watch.
With a personal touch, Mike Schleuter brings the outdoors to the indoors through his business.
Missouri Mike's Walking Sticks and Canes: Each stick is carved by hand from local saplings
With a personal touch, Mike Schleuter brings the outdoors to the indoors through his business.
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November 23, 2025 at 9:00 PM
With a personal touch, Mike Schleuter brings the outdoors to the indoors through his business.
On today's front page:
— Bulldogs brush up for national show
— Firms trying to sabotage referendum, suit alleges
— Stephens College dean took a turn as Elphaba
— Pollinators have a new place to graze in town
Subscribers can view the e-edition at https://www.columbiamissourian.com/eedition/
— Bulldogs brush up for national show
— Firms trying to sabotage referendum, suit alleges
— Stephens College dean took a turn as Elphaba
— Pollinators have a new place to graze in town
Subscribers can view the e-edition at https://www.columbiamissourian.com/eedition/
November 23, 2025 at 2:00 PM
On today's front page:
— Bulldogs brush up for national show
— Firms trying to sabotage referendum, suit alleges
— Stephens College dean took a turn as Elphaba
— Pollinators have a new place to graze in town
Subscribers can view the e-edition at https://www.columbiamissourian.com/eedition/
— Bulldogs brush up for national show
— Firms trying to sabotage referendum, suit alleges
— Stephens College dean took a turn as Elphaba
— Pollinators have a new place to graze in town
Subscribers can view the e-edition at https://www.columbiamissourian.com/eedition/
On today's front page:
— Luck of the pinball
— City preps for cross country championship
— Nonprofits see growing need for transitional housing
— Judge denies bond for accused dog breeder
Subscribers can view the e-edition at: https://www.columbiamissourian.com/eedition/
— Luck of the pinball
— City preps for cross country championship
— Nonprofits see growing need for transitional housing
— Judge denies bond for accused dog breeder
Subscribers can view the e-edition at: https://www.columbiamissourian.com/eedition/
November 21, 2025 at 2:00 PM
On today's front page:
— Luck of the pinball
— City preps for cross country championship
— Nonprofits see growing need for transitional housing
— Judge denies bond for accused dog breeder
Subscribers can view the e-edition at: https://www.columbiamissourian.com/eedition/
— Luck of the pinball
— City preps for cross country championship
— Nonprofits see growing need for transitional housing
— Judge denies bond for accused dog breeder
Subscribers can view the e-edition at: https://www.columbiamissourian.com/eedition/
Columbia’s business roundup: TGI Fridays closes statewide, the Hartsburg Grand reopens with new ownership, and the Columbia Mall welcomes several new stores this season.
Business roundup: TGI Fridays, the Columbia Mall and the Hartsburg Grand
Columbia's TGI Fridays is now permanently closed, and six new stores are coming to the Columbia Mall.
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November 20, 2025 at 10:00 PM
Columbia’s business roundup: TGI Fridays closes statewide, the Hartsburg Grand reopens with new ownership, and the Columbia Mall welcomes several new stores this season.
Columbia will start accepting paper and cardboard for recycling again as the city rebuilds its program after the April tornado.
Paper and cardboard products will again be recycled by the city
As the city works to rebuild its recycling program, paper and cardboard products will now be accepted at the curb.
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November 20, 2025 at 9:00 PM
Columbia will start accepting paper and cardboard for recycling again as the city rebuilds its program after the April tornado.
Columbia has a full lineup of holiday events this season, including carriage rides, markets, concerts and Santa visits.
Looking forward to the holidays? Here's where to celebrate in Columbia
Columbia has no shortage of holiday festivities, from markets to light shows and other family-friendly events.
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November 20, 2025 at 8:00 PM
Columbia has a full lineup of holiday events this season, including carriage rides, markets, concerts and Santa visits.
On today's front page:
— Food bank gets 40,000 pounds of food
— Columbia may renovate city hall
— Court strikes down law that banned books
— A guide to the holiday season in Columbia
Subscribers can view the e-edition at: https://www.columbiamissourian.com/eedition/
— Food bank gets 40,000 pounds of food
— Columbia may renovate city hall
— Court strikes down law that banned books
— A guide to the holiday season in Columbia
Subscribers can view the e-edition at: https://www.columbiamissourian.com/eedition/
November 20, 2025 at 2:00 PM
On today's front page:
— Food bank gets 40,000 pounds of food
— Columbia may renovate city hall
— Court strikes down law that banned books
— A guide to the holiday season in Columbia
Subscribers can view the e-edition at: https://www.columbiamissourian.com/eedition/
— Food bank gets 40,000 pounds of food
— Columbia may renovate city hall
— Court strikes down law that banned books
— A guide to the holiday season in Columbia
Subscribers can view the e-edition at: https://www.columbiamissourian.com/eedition/
A special tax district has been proposed to fund Business Loop 70 improvements without having to raise taxes citywide.
Tax district proposed to help revitalize Business Loop 70
The tax district is one option to raise the $25 million to $45 million expected for improvements on the Loop.
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November 19, 2025 at 8:00 PM
A special tax district has been proposed to fund Business Loop 70 improvements without having to raise taxes citywide.
Nine individuals were honored for their contributions to the community at the Missourian Progress Awards Tuesday night.
Missourian Progress Awards honor community leaders
The Progress Awards honored nine individuals across several fields.
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November 19, 2025 at 7:00 PM
Nine individuals were honored for their contributions to the community at the Missourian Progress Awards Tuesday night.
The Shops at Sharp End’s federal funds are set to run out next September, creating an uncertain future for the program.
Shops at Sharp End faces uncertain future as federal funding nears end
Federal funding for the Shops at Sharp End ends in September, and leaders are searching for new financial resources.
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November 19, 2025 at 6:00 PM
The Shops at Sharp End’s federal funds are set to run out next September, creating an uncertain future for the program.
On today's front page:
— Missourian honors Progress Award winners
— Airport to get new flights to Florida
— Tax district proposed to improve Business Loop
— Cover crops can heal soil, but need time to take root
Subscribers can view the e-edition at https://www.columbiamissourian.com/eedition/
— Missourian honors Progress Award winners
— Airport to get new flights to Florida
— Tax district proposed to improve Business Loop
— Cover crops can heal soil, but need time to take root
Subscribers can view the e-edition at https://www.columbiamissourian.com/eedition/
November 19, 2025 at 2:00 PM
On today's front page:
— Missourian honors Progress Award winners
— Airport to get new flights to Florida
— Tax district proposed to improve Business Loop
— Cover crops can heal soil, but need time to take root
Subscribers can view the e-edition at https://www.columbiamissourian.com/eedition/
— Missourian honors Progress Award winners
— Airport to get new flights to Florida
— Tax district proposed to improve Business Loop
— Cover crops can heal soil, but need time to take root
Subscribers can view the e-edition at https://www.columbiamissourian.com/eedition/
The rezoning of the 63-acre tract of land failed with a 3-3 vote.
Columbia City Council rejects zoning change for potential technology hub
The controversial rezoning request pushed numerous residents to voice their opinions at the council's regular Monday meeting.
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November 18, 2025 at 7:00 PM
The rezoning of the 63-acre tract of land failed with a 3-3 vote.
Sanford and Destin are the new nonstop destinations at the Columbia Regional Airport.
New nonstop flights to Florida will come to Columbia airport in June
Flights to the Orlando area and the Gulf Coast community of Destin will begin two days a week in early June.
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November 18, 2025 at 6:00 PM
Sanford and Destin are the new nonstop destinations at the Columbia Regional Airport.
Melissa Harrison is the owner of The Cause Closet, whose mission is to give profits to organizations supporting victims of domestic abuse, homelessness and human trafficking.
One woman's crusade to help others by opening a new thrift shop
Owner Melissa Harrison plans to donate any profits from The Cause Closet to charitable organizations.
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November 18, 2025 at 5:00 PM
Melissa Harrison is the owner of The Cause Closet, whose mission is to give profits to organizations supporting victims of domestic abuse, homelessness and human trafficking.