Last updated 2:32AM ET
February 10, 2010
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Jefferson City School District Considers Changing Start Times
COLUMBIA, MO
(2010-02-09)
Jefferson City School officials are considering changing school start and end times to improve student transportation. The current proposal calls for seven-hour days, with elementary schools starting at 7:30, middle schools at 8:15, and high schools at 8:35.
MU Student Proposes Changes to Campus Parking System
COLUMBIA, MO
(2010-02-09)
A University of Missouri student wants to change how parking spaces are assigned on campus. Missouri Students Association president Tim Noce says parking assignments should be based on seniority.
Health Department Investigating After Guests at Mayor's Breakfast Become Sick
COLUMBIA, MO
(2010-02-09)
A number of people became sick after last Friday's Mayor's Appreciation Breakfast at the Courtyard by Marriott Hotel. The Chamber of Commerce sponsors the annual event. According to the Marriott's manager, about 150 people attended this year. Health department spokesperson Geni Alexander says her office began receiving calls over the weekend from people who were suffering severe stomach flu symptoms.
New President for Truman State University
Columbia, Missouri
(2010-02-08)
A familiar face at Truman State University is taking on a new role. Truman announced today that Vice-Provost and Vice- President of Academic Affairs Troy Paino (pay-NO) will become the new President of Truman in May.
Snow Storm Advisory
Columbia, Missouri
(2010-02-08)
Mid-Missouri remains under a winter advisory at least through tomorrow morning, and the current storm is expected to drop its heaviest amount of snow Monday. Stevie Mathieu reports.
Malfunctioning Traffic Light Camera
Columbia, Missouri
(2010-02-08)
One of five red light traffic cameras in Columbia is not functioning. The traffic light is at the intersection of Stadium and Providence heading north.
Columbia School District facing budget cuts
Columbia, MO
(2010-02-04)
The Columbia School District is well on its way to budget cuts. Proposed cuts totaling about $5.6 million were discussed at the District's Finance Committee meeting Wednesday.