Columbia-area residents are expected to pack New Haven elementary school for this (Thursday) afternoon’s open house for proposed upgrades at heavily-traveled Highway 63 and Grindstone Parkway. The state Department of Transportation (MoDOT) is proposing a $9-million project which includes the addition of a loop ramp and expanding traffic capacity on the interchange’s east side. Employees …
Monday arraignment set for Columbia man charged with molesting and burning children
A Columbia man charged with seven felonies for sex crimes against multiple children remains jailed without bond and will be arraigned on Monday. 47-year-old James Cecil Bennett is charged with three counts of statutory sodomy and four other felonies. Graphic court documents obtained by 939 the Eagle say Bennett allegedly molested a six and a …
Monday arraignment set for Columbia man charged with molesting and burning children
A Columbia man charged with seven felonies for sex crimes against multiple children remains jailed without bond and will be arraigned on Monday. 47-year-old James Cecil Bennett is charged with three counts of statutory sodomy and four other felonies. Graphic court documents obtained by 939 the Eagle say Bennett allegedly molested a six and a …
Enjoy Three Days of Music, Five Bands at Pierpont Summer Jam
Pierpont’s first Summer Jam begins this weekend. Five of your favorite bands and local food vendors will be on hand for the audience’s pleasure. Friday’s lineup includes 12 Mile Radius performing from 6-8 p.m. In addition to the general store offerings, Patty Wagon will serve burgers, hot dogs and more. On Saturday, enjoy the Long […]
Swift bringing 200 new jobs to Columbia
Columbia’s city manager says Swift Foods will open its plant on Route B in early 2023, bringing more than 200 new jobs to the area. “It’s something that the economic department has been working on for awhile. But when Swift comes in they’re going to be bringing in 250 new jobs, and that’s just exciting,” …