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At the polls: Voters turn out in the rain to make their voices heard
The Missourian is sending reporters out to a dozen polling places Tuesday to ask what issues brought voters out to cast their ballots. Here's what they said. Cameron Buckman, 39: “I just want to support my democracy, trying to get things better in the country. I j ust want to have a government that’s for the people, not just for themselves.” Sally Doyle, 77: "Abortion and everything else.
One-of-a-kind Cars & Candy event offers a different kind of experience
BMW of Columbia hosted its first Cars & Candy, and kids and parents were invited to enjoy the Halloween festivities with a spin on Saturday. While it still followed the trunk-or-treat tradition of decorating your trunk and handing out candy to kids, most of the decorated trunks were restored classic cars. Some cars at the event included a bright blue 1978 Chevrolet Camaro, a black 1969 Dodge Coronet Super Bee and a military green 1944 Willys MB military Jeep.
Daylight saving time ends Sunday with little progress to make it permanent
Daylight saving time is set to end this Sunday at 2 a.m., when nearly everyone in the country will set their clocks back an hour. The U.S. House of Representatives passed the Sunshine Protection Act in July in a bipartisan vote of 308 to 117 to keep daylight saving time permanent. It had the enthusiastic backing of the president. But the bill stalled in the U.S. Senate and has no chance of passage before clocks turn back this year.
Daylight saving time ends Sunday with little progress to make it permanent
Daylight saving time is set to hit this Sunday at 2 a.m., when nearly everyone in the country will set their clocks back an hour. The U.S. House of Representatives passed the Sunshine Protection Act in July by a bipartisan vote of 308 to 117 to keep daylight saving time permanent. It had the enthusiastic backing of the president. But the bill stalled in the U.S. Senate and has no chance of passage before clocks turn back this year.
Daylight saving time ends Sunday with little progress to make it permanent
Daylight saving time is set to hit this Sunday at 2 a.m., when nearly everyone in the country will set their clocks back an hour. The U.S. House of Representatives passed the Sunshine Protection Act in July by a bipartisan vote of 308 to 117 to keep daylight saving time permanent. It had the enthusiastic backing of the president. But the bill stalled in the U.S. Senate and has no chance of passage before clocks turn back this year.
A roundup of 25 local Halloween events for kids and adults
With Halloween just two weeks away, a variety of events are being offered in Columbia. Annual events such as Halloweenie in The District and Trick or Treat with the Greeks will return this year. Monster Mash Bash 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Wishflour Bakery, 1020 Artist Alley Make pizza, apple dumplings, monster cookies and Shirley Temples. Haunted House cake decorating 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. at Wishflour Bakery Use an assortment of edible decorations to design a haunted house on a canvas made of cake.
Halloween brings various events to Columbia
With Halloween just two weeks away, a variety of events are being offered in Columbia. Annual events such as Halloweenie in The District and Trick or Treat with the Greeks will return this year. Monster Mash Bash 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Wishflour Bakery, 1020 Artist Alley Make pizza, apple dumplings, monster cookies and Shirley Temples. Haunted House cake decorating 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. at Wishflour Bakery Use an assortment of edible decorations to design a haunted house on a canvas made of cake.
Halloween brings various events to Columbia
With Halloween just two weeks away, a variety of events are being offered in Columbia. Annual events such as Halloweenie in The District and Trick or Treat with the Greeks will return this year. Monster Mash Bash 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Wishflour Bakery, 1020 Artist Alley Make pizza, apple dumplings, monster cookies and Shirley Temples. Haunted House cake decorating 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. at Wishflour Bakery Use an assortment of edible decorations to design a haunted house on a canvas made of cake.
Columbia Public Schools Foundation inducts 2026 Hall of Leaders
The Columbia Public Schools Foundation inducted its 2026 Hall of Leaders last week to recognize retired educators, alumni, volunteers and others who have contributed to Columbia Public Schools. They are Emily Cantwell, outstanding alumna; Tom Hart, outstanding alumnus; Mary Korth-Lloyd, outstanding retired educator; Janet Tilley, outstanding retired educator; Maureen Doyle, outstanding volunteer; and Jonathan Sessions, outstanding volunteer.
Local organizations discuss best ways to provide disaster relief
The newly formed Boone County Community Organizations Active in Disaster team brought local groups together on Friday to find new ways to respond to disasters in the community. The organizations in attendance all have experience when it comes to providing resources to the community in times of need.
Worlds of Work offers interactive career experience for CPS freshmen
Ninth grade students from across Columbia Public Schools gathered Thursday at Northeast Regional Park for the district’s first Worlds of Work event. Hosted by the district in a joint effort with the Columbia Chamber of Commerce, the event brought 40-plus area industries together to give students a chance to connect what they learn in class to the real working world.
Business roundup: Tacos y Mas grand opening and record store relocates
Three businesses in Columbia are opening new storefronts. Tacos y Mas, previously a food truck, will have a grand opening for its permanent location. A new restaurant called Sago Hotpot Buffet will be coming to W. Broadway and King Theodore Records will be relocating to Locust St. Tacos y Mas has announced the grand opening of its brick-and-mortar location. The restaurant will be celebrating its one-year anniversary at the time of its grand opening.
Business Roundup: Tacos y Mas grand opening and record store relocates
Three businesses in Columbia are opening new storefronts. Tacos y Mas, previously a food truck, will have a grand opening for its permanent location. A new restaurant called Sago Hotpot Buffet will be coming to W. Broadway and King Theodore Records will be relocating to Locust St. Tacos y Mas has announced the grand opening of its brick-and-mortar location. The restaurant will be celebrating its one-year anniversary at the time of its grand opening.
I-70/U.S. 63 construction will limit access to the connector next weekend
The final girders on the flyover ramp connecting northbound U.S. 63 to westbound I-70 will be installed next weekend during an away game for the Missouri Tigers. From 7 p.m. Sept. 11 to 6 a.m. Sept. 14, there will be no access over Interstate 70. Access will also be closed to westbound I-70 from the south end of the connector and eastbound I-70 from the connector's north end, according to a news release from the Missouri Department of Transportation.
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