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Big inning, strong pitching help Bucksport claim Class C North win - The Ellsworth American
By Ken Waltz BANGOR — When No. 1 Bucksport broke open a scoreless tie with four runs in the third inning on Tuesday night, No. 6 Mount View, which had previously beaten the second-ranked team in the Class C North high school baseball tournament, realized it was in a tough spot, that a comeback might be a tall task. The reasons? Well, the Golden Bucks are talented, poised and, on this night, had one of their “aces” on the hill.
Reports of shots fired at Sixth Street early Sunday morning
The Columbia Police Department responded to a report of shots fired at the 700 block of N. Sixth Street around 4 a.m. Sunday morning. Officers found shell casings and damage to a white 2004 Chevy Silverado upon arriving at the scene, according to a city news release. No injuries were reported at the time. Initial calls to Boone County Joint Communications described potential suspects as driving a red "box-shaped" vehicle.
Weekly MU layoff and furlough numbers updated
MU laid off an additional eight employees this week and furloughed 24 in the wake of financial struggles caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. The university has laid off 194 and furloughed 3,668 total employees, according to an MU website. Laying off almost 200 employees has saved the university $8.24 million, while the furloughs have saved $4.41 million.
Eight Missourians compete for job of lieutenant governor
There’s a crowded field of candidates for the job of Missouri lieutenant governor on Tuesday’s primary ballot. Four Republicans, two Democrats and one member each of the Libertarian and Green parties appear on the ballot. Those who win on Tuesday will continue on to the Nov. 3 general election. Here’s a look at the candidates: REPUBLICANS Arnie “A.C.” Dienoff Hometown: O’Fallon. Occupation: Legal consultant.
New Boone Hospital CEO announced
View Story Comments COLUMBIA (Missourian) - The Boone Hospital Board of Trustees has named a new CEO to lead the Boone Health... More >> 5 minutes ago Tuesday, July 21 2020 Jul 21, 2020 Tuesday, July 21, 2020 7:20:56 PM CDT July 21, 2020 in News MISSOURI — As COVID-19 continues to spread throughout Missouri, state and local officials confirm new case counts daily. ...
New Boone Hospital CEO announced
The Boone Hospital Board of Trustees has named a new CEO to lead the Boone Health System as it transitions to independent management. Boone Hospital announced in August it would be ending the relationship with BJC HealthCare once its lease ends at the end of the year. BJC HealthCare, which is based in St. Louis, has managed Boone Hospital Center for more than 30 years. Troy Greer was announced as the trustee’s choice Tuesday, according to a news release.
Revenue guarantee for Charlotte flights on Columbia council's agenda
The city is gearing up to establish passenger flight service between Columbia Regional Airport and Charlotte Douglas International Airport. An $800,000 grant from the U.S. Department of Transportation and more than $300,000 in local and state contributions would allow the city to create a $1.1 million revenue guarantee fund that could be used to entice American Airlines to provide the service.
Cheryl Lyn Van Kirk, Dec. 16, 1963 - June 28, 2020
Cheryl Van Kirk On Sunday, June 28, 2020, Cheryl Lyn (Salmons) Van Kirk died peacefully, leaving this world and bound for a better place. Cheryl was born Dec. 16, 1963, in Springfield, Missouri, to Arthur W. Salmons (deceased) and to Lorna K. Mitchell. In September of 1994, Cheryl married (Patrick) Scott Van Kirk in Menomonie, Wisconsin. They enjoyed over 25 years of marriage, and they both agreed it passed in the blink of an eye.
Mary Deloris Weable, Jan. 11, 1927 - July 16, 2020
Mary Deloris Weable, 93, of Columbia died Thursday, July 16, 2020, in her home. Mary was born Jan. 11, 1927, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. She was preceded in death by her husband Vane and son Lawrence. In 1946, Mary left Philadelphia and came to Missouri to marry Vane and start a family. They moved from northwest Missouri to Columbia in 1965, which became home for her and her family.
Trustees hoping to announce new CEO of Boone Hospital Center soon
Change is coming to Boone Hospital Center. As the county-owned hospital’s trustees prepare to make the transition to independent management by the end of the year, the trustees are narrowing down the search for a new CEO and considering an expanded governing board. The hospital announced last August it would end its relationship with BJC HealthCare once its lease ends in December. BJC Healthcare, based in St. Louis, has managed Boone Hospital Center for more than 30 years.
First responders commit to better coordination in wake of July 5 shooting
A breakdown in communication between city and county law enforcement caused a delay in medical response at the scene of the July 5 shooting that resulted in the deaths of a mother of five and an 11-year-old girl. As a result, Columbia and Boone County first responders say they'll look for ways to improve coordination at incidents that involve violence resulting in injuries.
Free mental health services now available to Boone County essential workers
Essential workers in Boone County can now receive free mental health services through HeartSpace Clinic. Doctors, nurses, teachers, counselors, caseworkers, social workers, teachers and people working in other essential roles in the medical and healing fields who have dealt with the impact of COVID-19 are eligible. The services are being funded by the Boone County Community Health and Medical Fund, according to a news release from the Boone County Commission.
Countywide Mask Ordinance Unlikely, Commissioner Says
By Kaleigh Feldkamp & Columbia Missourian • 21 minutes ago The Boone County Commission has no plans to follow Columbia’s lead and impose a countywide mask ordinance, one commissioner said. The Columbia City Council passed an amended emergency citywide mask ordinance by a vote of 6-1 on Monday. Fifth Ward Councilperson Matt Pitzer was the sole vote against the ordinance.
Mask up: Signs for local businesses help make customers aware of mask order
Columbia/Boone County Public Health and Human Services Department has created signs for local businesses to post to make customers aware of the city's newly passed mask ordinance. Columbia/Boone County Department of Health and Human Services On Monday, the Columbia City Council passed an emergency ordinance by a vote of 6-1 making masks mandatory when social distancing is not possible after 5 p.m. Friday.
Protesters advocate for police reform, in the streets and in council chambers
View Story Comments MISSOURI — As COVID-19 continues to spread throughout Missouri, state and local officials confirm new case counts daily. ... More >> 17 hours ago Monday, July 06 2020 Jul 6, 2020 Monday, July 06, 2020 5:00:00 PM CDT July 06, 2020 in News BELLE —Police charged two suspects with assault Monday after a man was found with serious injuries. Police arrested 21...
County CARES Act funding unlikely to be distributed based on city population
The Boone County Commission is still in the early stages of determining how it is going to distribute the more than $20 million of CARES Act funding it received. Boone County received $21.2 million from the federal Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act at the beginning of May, of $521 million distributed to counties across Missouri. Overall, Missouri received $2.8 billion under the CARES Act, a quarter of which was distributed to counties., according to previous Missourian reporting.
Countywide mask ordinance unlikely, commissioner says Original
The Boone County Commission has no plans to follow Columbia’s lead and impose a countywide mask ordinance, one commissioner said. The Columbia City Council passed an amended emergency citywide mask ordinance by a vote of 6-1 on Monday. Fifth Ward Councilperson Matt Pitzer was the sole vote against the ordinance. The ordinance goes into effect at 5 p.m. Friday and requires all Columbia residents over the age of 10 to wear masks when around people who are not members of their household.
Protesters advocate for police reform, in the streets and in council chambers
The topic of police reform dominated the public comment portion of Monday’s Columbia City Council meeting. Four of five people scheduled to speak at the beginning of the meeting spoke on a topic related to police or criminal justice reform. After the death of George Floyd in Minneapolis in May, defunding the police has been the topic of both local and national conversations. In Columbia, protests against police brutality have been taking place for nearly a month straight.
Erickson's most recent challenge of Heitholt murder conviction denied Original
Charles Erickson's latest challenge to his imprisonment for his 2004 conviction in the murder of former Columbia Tribune sports editor Kent Heitholt has been denied. Erickson's attorney Landon Magnusson filed a petition for a new writ of habeas corpus on June 24.
Family of Ahmonta Harris sues county for records related to his death
View Story Comments COLUMBIA (KBIA-FM) - After a years-long battle between local activists and the city that featured environmentalist Sutu... More >> 11 minutes ago Tuesday, June 30 2020 Jun 30, 2020 Tuesday, June 30, 2020 8:33:27 PM CDT June 30, 2020 in News JEFFERSON CITY – Missouri lawmakers discussed the financial implications of an amendment that would expand Medicaid eligibility for people within...
Family of Ahmonta Harris sues county for records related to his death
The family of Ahmonta Harris filed a lawsuit against Boone County on Tuesday in an effort to acquire records related to Harris’ shooting death in 2018. Harris, known for his community activism, was shot and killed after entering a residence with a handgun in November 2018. Deonte Gainwell shot Harris after he attempted to rob Gainwell’s home, according to previous Missourian reporting. Gainwell was later found dead as a result of a gunshot wound in January 2019.
Sunday marks a month of protests in Columbia
“Change doesn’t happen overnight,” said Michael Baker, one of the organizers of the protest. “But the more we fight and continue and not give up, they will get tired of us at some point and actually make a change.” The purpose of the series of protests in downtown Columbia is to draw people’s attention and get more people involved, according to the event’s Facebook page.
Glascock Proposes City Personnel Cuts, Expecting 'Long-term Impact' On Economy
City Manager John Glascock said Thursday he will propose the city cut 78.5 positions in an effort to balance the fiscal 2021 budget. Only 11 of those positions are currently filled. In a news release announcing his budget plans for next fiscal year, Glascock also said that he will recommend the city not renew its contract with Columbia Public Schools to place four school resource officers in the district.
Erickson challenges murder conviction for a second time
Charles Erickson has once again challenged his 2004 imprisonment for second-degree murder, first-degree robbery and armed criminal action. On Wednesday, Erickson’s lawyer Landon Magnusson filed a petition for a new writ of habeas corpus on behalf of Erickson in Missouri’s Western District Court of Appeals. The petition contains over 50 exhibits alleging Erickson’s wrongful imprisonment.
Glascock proposes city personnel cuts, expecting 'long-term impact' on economy
City Manager John Glascock said Thursday he will propose the city cut 78.5 positions in an effort to balance the fiscal 2021 budget. Only 11 of those positions are currently filled. In a news release announcing his budget plans for next fiscal year, Glascock also said that he will recommend the city not renew its contract with Columbia Public Schools to place four school resource officers in the district.
Erickson appeals murder conviction for a second time
Charles Erickson has once again appealed his 2004 conviction of second-degree murder, first-degree robbery and armed criminal action. On Wednesday, Erickson's attorney Landon Magnusson filed a petition for a new writ of habeas corpus on behalf of Erickson in Missouri's Western District Court of Appeals. The petition contains over 50 exhibits alleging Erickson's wrongful conviction. This appeal is the latest development in a 16-year story.
Columbia Police Department Consistently Disregards Transparency
By Columbia Missourian & Kaleigh Feldkamp • 7 minutes ago The evening of June 1, two protesters were struck by cars in separate instances while demonstrating against police brutality at the intersection of Providence Road and Broadway. One of the instances was captured on video and has been viewed over 300,000 times on Twitter. Both were witnessed by around 40 individuals also protesting against the death of George Floyd at the hands of a Minneapolis police officer.
Columbia Police Department consistently disregards transparency
This consecutive series of photographs documents the sequence of events as the driver of a car strikes protester Behonsay Williams on June 1 at the Providence Road and Broadway intersection. Below the photos is a copy of the section of the incident report where the Columbia Police Department described what happened.
MU Health Care experienced data breach, some social security numbers compromised
View Story Comments JEFFERSON CITY – Gallons of milks passed through the hands of volunteers to people in mid-Missouri on Thursday. United... More >> 3 hours ago Thursday, June 11 2020 Jun 11, 2020 Thursday, June 11, 2020 5:29:00 PM CDT June 11, 2020 in News JEFFERSON CITY — Missouri is set to fully re-open June 16, Governor Mike Parson announced during Thursday's news conference. ... More >> 6 hours ago Thursday, June 11 2020 Jun 11, 2020 Thursday, June 11, 2020 1:49:00 PM CDT June 11, 2020 in News
MU Health Care experienced data breach, some social security numbers compromised
MU Health Care experienced a data breach last fall involving patient information, it announced Thursday in a news release. There is no indication patients' information has been misused, according to MU Health Care. It is providing complementary credit monitoring services to those whose Social Security numbers were compromised, and is implementing additional security measures to its email protocol, the release states.
Impassioned protesters bring complaints before police review board
Suggestions for police reform were presented to the Citizens Police Review Board on Wednesday by persons involved in local protests over the death of George Floyd. The board, which reviews misconduct complaints about police, met for the first time since COVID-19 forced city offices to close for weeks. Approximately 25 people attended.
Facebook post draws 1,000-plus comments about racism at Rock Bridge High
The principal of Rock Bridge High School will host a Zoom meeting Sunday to listen to students of color about racism they have experienced at the school. Jacob Sirna scheduled the meeting after a Rock Bridge student invited students of color to share times they experienced racism at Rock Bridge. The Facebook post had over 1,000 comments as of late Saturday afternoon. The post contains comments from past and current Rock Bridge students.
Boone County Fair canceled by city
Boone County Fair canceled by city COLUMBIA —The Boone County Fair has been canceled for the 2020 season, according to a news release from the city of Columbia. The fair board had just announced the July 14-18 dates for the expected fair last Saturday. However, in the release City Manager John Glascock said it is not the time to have large gatherings where social distancing will be hard to ensure due to the risk of spreading COVID-19.
MU Considers Early Start to Fall Semester
By Columbia Missourian & Kaleigh Feldkamp • 3 minutes ago Update: The MU Faculty Council struck down the proposal in a 25-4 vote Thursday afternoon. However, many of the "no" votes sought further discussion or amendments. The MU Board of Curators will hold a meeting on June 18-19 to further discuss the issue. The proposal was shared with the MU community in an email sent Wednesday by Interim MU Chancellor and UM System President Mun Choi.
Higher traffic stop rate for black drivers continues in Columbia
New data released by the state Attorney General’s office shows black drivers in Columbia and Boone County continue to be stopped by law enforcement at a rate far exceeding that of white drivers. The 2019 report shows that in both Columbia and Boone County, black drivers were stopped 4.3 times more frequently than white drivers. This continues a trend seen in previous vehicle stop reports issued by the Missouri Attorney General’s office.
Higher traffic stop rate for blacks continues in Columbia
New data released by the state Attorney General’s office shows black drivers in Columbia and Boone County continue to be stopped by law enforcement at a rate far exceeding that of white drivers. The 2019 report shows that in both Columbia and Boone County, black drivers were stopped 4.3 times more frequently than white drivers. This continues a trend seen in previous vehicle stop reports issued by the Missouri Attorney General’s office.
MU Faculty Council votes down proposal for early start to school year
The MU Faculty Council rejected a proposal Thursday to start MU early this fall but did back a plan to move classes online after Thanksgiving. Under the proposal, classes would have started Aug. 12 instead of Aug. 24 and met on Labor Day.
MU considers early start to fall semester
The MU Faculty Council holds a special meeting Thursday to discuss a revised calendar for the upcoming academic year that would start classes on Aug. 12. The proposal was shared with the MU community by an email sent Wednesday by interim Chancellor and UM System President Mun Choi. The MU Board of Curators would have to approve the change for it to take effect.
Tense moments during mostly peaceful protests Monday in Columbia, Jefferson City
A car hits a protester at the intersection of Broadway and Providence Road during a demonstration against the killing of George Floyd on Monday evening in Columbia. Leanne Tippett Mosby/Missourian Two individuals were injured in separate incidents Monday night in Columbia after being struck by cars while protesting the death of George Floyd. Floyd’s death has inspired dozens of nationwide protests against police brutality in the past week.
Tense moments during mostly peaceful protests Monday in Columbia, Jefferson City
A car hits a protester at the intersection of Broadway and Providence Road on Monday evening in Columbia. Leanne Tippett Mosby/Missourian Two persons in Columbia were injured in separate incidents Monday night after being struck by cars while protesting the death of George Floyd while under arrest by a police officer in Minneapolis. Floyd’s death has inspired dozens of nationwide protests against police brutality in the past week.
Glascock expresses lack of confidence in finances in State of the City address
City Manager John Glascock presented a pessimistic view of the future of the city’s finances at his State of the City address Thursday morning. “This current state of the city is, well, a challenge at best,” Glascock said. The expected loss of revenue from the unprecedented COVID-19 pandemic will worsen the situation for a city already struggling with a significant loss in sales tax revenue over recent years, and could affect Columbia's economy far into the future, he said.
Boone County positive COVID-19 cases surge
Boone County reported seven new cases of COVID-19 on Wednesday — the highest single-day total in two months. Seven cases also were reported March 26, the day after Columbia and Boone County jointly enacted a stay-at-home order. The new reported cases mean there have been 25 new cases in the county in the past week, compared to 25 cases reported for the entire month of April, according to the city of Columbia’s COVID-19 information hub.
Court Of Appeals Rules Against Parson In Ongoing Sunshine Lawsuit
By Kaleigh Feldkamp & Columbia Missourian • 5 minutes ago The Missouri Court of Appeals Western District ruled in favor of Democratic Attorney General candidate Elad Gross on Tuesday morning in his ongoing lawsuit against Gov. Mike Parson. Cole County Circuit Judge Patricia Joyce previously dismissed the lawsuit, which alleged the Missouri governor violated the state’s open record law. Gross appealed that decision on 10 different counts.
Court of Appeals rules against Parson in ongoing Sunshine lawsuit
The Missouri Court of Appeals Western District ruled in favor of Democratic Attorney General candidate Elad Gross on Tuesday morning in his ongoing lawsuit against Gov. Mike Parson. Cole County Circuit Judge Patricia Joyce previously dismissed the lawsuit, which alleged the Missouri governor violated the state’s open record law. Gross appealed that decision on 10 different counts. On Tuesday morning, the appellate court ruled in Gross’ favor on five of the 10 points.
Court of Appeals rules against Parson in ongoing Sunshine lawsuit
The Missouri Court of Appeals Western District ruled in favor of Democratic Attorney General candidate Elad Gross on Tuesday morning in his ongoing lawsuit against Gov. Mike Parson. Cole County Circuit Judge Patricia Joyce previously dismissed the lawsuit, which alleged the Missouri governor violated the state’s open record law. Gross appealed that decision on 10 different counts. On Tuesday morning, the appellate court ruled in Gross’ favor on five of the 10 points.
Court of Appeals rules against Parson in ongoing Sunshine lawsuit
The Missouri Court of Appeals Western District ruled in favor of Democratic Attorney General candidate Elad Gross on Tuesday morning in his ongoing lawsuit against Gov. Mike Parson. Cole County Circuit Judge Patricia Joyce previously dismissed the lawsuit, which alleged the Missouri governor violated the state’s open record law. Gross appealed that decision on 10 different counts. On Tuesday morning, the appellate court ruled in Gross’ favor on five of the 10 points.
State health department to run COVID-19 testing event at Hickman High School
The City of Columbia will assist the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services with a COVID-19 testing event on June 1 and 2. The event will take place from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. in the Hickman High School parking lot and will be run by the Missouri National Guard, Scott Clardy, assistant director of Columbia/Boone County Public Health and Human Services, announced during a coronavirus briefing Friday.
Chuck Graham, former state senator, dies at 55
Former Missouri state Sen. Chuck Graham died Tuesday of a heart attack, according to his wife, Kate Graham. He was 55. Graham, a Democrat, was elected to the state Senate in 2004 after serving in the Missouri House of Representatives. He served Columbia as both an elected official, advocating on behalf of MU and of embryonic stem cell research, and as a citizen, chairing the city’s Disabilities Commission. His wife confirmed his death in a Facebook post.
Chuck Graham, former state senator, dies at 55
Former Missouri state Sen. Chuck Graham died Tuesday of a heart attack, according to his wife, Kate Graham. He was 55. Graham, a Democrat, was elected to the state Senate in 2004 after serving in the Missouri House of Representatives. He served Columbia as both an elected official, advocating on behalf of MU and of embryonic stem cell research, and as a citizen, chairing the city’s Disabilities Commission. His wife confirmed his death in a Facebook post.
Chuck Graham, former state senator, dies at 55
Former Missouri state Sen. Chuck Graham died Tuesday of a heart attack, according to his wife, Kate Graham. He was 55. Graham, a Democrat, was elected to the state Senate in 2004 after serving in the Missouri House of Representatives. He served Columbia as both an elected official, advocating on behalf of MU and of embryonic stem cell research, and as a citizen, chairing the city’s Disabilities Commission. His wife confirmed his death in a Facebook post.
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