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February 10, 2010
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Claire McCaskill Criticizes State Lawmakers Who Use Federal Stimulus Money to Balance Missouri Budget COLUMBIA, MO (2010-02-09) Missouri Senator Claire McCaskill says she's frustrated by statewide politicians who criticize Washington for spending too much are using federal stimulus money to balance the state budget.
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.
Higher Electric Rates May Be Approved Columbia, MO (2010-02-09) The Missouri Public Service Commission may approve even higher electric rates for residents.
Boone County Treasurer Retires Columbia, MO (2010-02-08) The Boone County Treasurer has decided to retire after 33 years of service.
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.
Fulton Closing Alternative High School Program Columbia, Missouri (2010-02-08) The Fulton School Board is considering closing its alternative high school program at Fulton Academy.
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.
Attorney Predicts High Number of Bankruptcies May Be Leveling Off Columbia, MO (2010-02-08) Personal bankruptcy filings have risen across the state in the last three years, but a Columbia bankruptcy attorney says this trend may be slowing down.
Mid-Missouri Under a Winter Weather Advisory Columbia, MO (2010-02-08) Mid-Missouri is expected to get between four and six inches of snow between Sunday night and Tuesday afternoon.
State Senate Considers Assuming Power Over Tax Credits Jefferson City, MO (2010-02-05) A bill that would give the Missouri General Assembly control over almost every state tax credit is being debated in the State Senate.
More Budget Cuts For Parents As Teachers Columbia, MO (2010-02-05) The future is looking bleak for one of Missouri's developmental education programs.
Missouri Continues To Donate to Haiti Relief Columbia, MO (2010-02-05) Schools and other organizations across Mid-Missouri continue to donate to the relief efforts taking place in Haiti.
Missouri Department of Transportation facing budget shortage Columbia, MO (2010-02-04) Missouri's Transportation Department Director Pete Rahn says his agency might have over $200 million less to spend on Missouri roads.
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.
Three men helped by Midwest Innocence Project speak at University of Missouri Columbia, MO (2010-02-04) A little less than a year ago, Joshua Kezer lived at the Jefferson City Correctional Center, a maximum-security prison. Now, he lives in Columbia and works as a painter.
Missouri Chief Justice Says Too Many Non-Violent Criminals In Prison Jefferson City, MO (2010-02-04) Missouri Chief Justice William Ray Price Junior says too many non-violent criminals are going to prison.
Columbia Police Investigating Alleged Rape at Tau Kappa Epsilon Columbia, MO (2010-02-04) Columbia police are waiting to investigate an alleged rape that occurred outside the Tau Kappa Epsilon fraternity house late Friday night.