Columbia’s Wabash station opens Friday night, due to subfreezing temperatures
Subfreezing temperatures have prompted Columbia officials to open the Wabash station downtown Friday night, starting at 7. That is because the National Weather Service (NWS) is forecasting cold weather below 15 degrees. The overnight warming center is for individuals unable to access local emergency services. The Wabash station generally houses between 15-24 people on cold …
Columbia man dead after I-70 crash involving dump truck
Columbia man dead after I-70 crash involving dump truck
A Columbia man is dead after a crash on I-70 in the east part of town. Police say the crash happened on the interstate between the Highway 63 connector and the St. Charles Road exit at around 10 p.m. Thursday. Investigators say Brandon Darris’ car had a mechanical issue while traveling eastbound, then was hit …
Ethanol and other agricultural tax credits being pushed by Missouri’s governor
Missouri’s governor is calling on state lawmakers to approve key agricultural tax credits, noting agriculture is the state’s top industry. Governor Mike Parson emphasized the issue during his recent State of the State Address in Jefferson City. “For Missouri agriculture to remain strong, we must prioritize the extension of critical agricultural tax credits that support …