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Three-day COVID-19 testing event hailed as success
The head of the Missouri National Guard unit performing free community COVID-19 testing this week in Jefferson City said it was "an extremely successful" three-day event.
by Jeff Haldiman
Published Jul. 9 2020 @ 11:27pm
Governor, administration prioritize reopening of schools
Gov. Mike Parson and his administration talked Thursday about the importance of getting students learning in-person again in the fall and released health guidance and funding with the intent of making that happen.
by Phillip Sitter
Published Jul. 9 2020 @ 8:04pm
Amtrak ridership down during pandemic
Despite a recent increase in ridership, passenger numbers for the Amtrak Missouri River Runner train service are still sharply down due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
by Jeff Haldiman
Published Jul. 9 2020 @ 11:13pm
Callaway Bicentennial Bash delayed until 2021
Callaway County's Bicentennial Bash planned for Aug. 29 has been postponed until next year following a unanimous vote Thursday by the Callaway 200.
by Helen Wilbers
Published Jul. 9 2020 @ 7:57pm
Top Mid-Missouri news about COVID-19
As news about the novel coronavirus continues to evolve, the News Tribune wants to ensure the community is up-to-date.
Published Jul. 10 2020 @ 12:00am
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More doubt about college fall sports as non-conference football games canceled
The age of social media and video calls can catch anyone off guard. As Missouri athletic director Jim Sterk spoke during a Zoom call Thursday afternoon, The Athletic's Nicole Auerbach reported, according to her sources, "The Big Ten is expected to announce today that it will go with a conference-only football schedule for this fall."
by Colin O'Brien
Published Jul. 10 2020 @ 12:20am
Apparent homicide reported in Callaway County
Callaway County authorities are asking for the public's help as they investigate an apparent homicide.
by Fulton Sun staff reports
Published Jul. 10 2020 @ 12:05am
4 ex-guards sentenced in beating of cuffed Missouri inmate
KANSAS CITY (AP) — Four former guards at a Kansas City jail have been sentenced to prison terms ranging from two years to nearly four years for beating a handcuffed inmate as a punishment.
by Associated Press
Published Jul. 10 2020 @ 12:05am
Local News
State funding lost for Clark Avenue roundabouts
Due to cutbacks in a cost-share program with the Missouri Department of Transportation, two planned roundabouts on Clark Avenue will not proceed.
by Emily Cole
Published Jul. 10 2020 @ 12:05am
Jefferson City woman’s photo Best of Show
A photograph featuring a rural Missouri barn standing strong after a storm is the Best in Show for the 2020 Focus on Missouri Agriculture Photo Contest, hosted by the Missouri Department of Agriculture.
by the News Tribune
news@newstribune.com
Published Jul. 10 2020 @ 12:05am
State Parks to hold State Museum, Jefferson Landing meeting
Missouri State Parks will hold an informational meeting about the Missouri State Museum and Jefferson Landing State Historic Site at 6 p.
Published Jul. 10 2020 @ 12:05am
Opinion
Your Opinion: Thinkpol alive and well at school district
Rob MurrayJefferson CityDear Editor:I was amused to see that the Jefferson City School District is investigating their employees for “xenophobic” social media posts because they used the term “China Virus” or “Chinese Virus.
Published Jul. 10 2020 @ 12:05am
Your Opinion: District’s rush to judgment on ‘xenophobic’ posts
Curtis ThompsonJefferson CityDear Editor:The story in the paper on July 7, 2020, that the public school is “investigating” social media posts of three employees is frightening.
Published Jul. 10 2020 @ 12:05am
Our Opinion: The increased importance of broadband
In recent years, Missouri has ranked as one of the bottom states when it comes to high-speed internet access.
Published Jul. 10 2020 @ 12:05am
Sports
Russellville hosts first of three track and field meets
Ariel Schaffer had a goal Thursday night. The St. Elizabeth High School graduated senior was looking to set a personal record in the girls pole vault in the opening meet of the Russellville High School Summer Series. That meant clearing 8 feet, 6 inches in the event.
by Tom Rackers
Published Jul. 10 2020 @ 12:25am
Blair Oaks finishes with sweep of New Bloomfield
The Blair Oaks Falcons had a strong finish to their summer league baseball season. And more importantly, they're just happy they had a season.
by Greg Jackson
Published Jul. 10 2020 @ 12:15am
MLB players get peek at playing without fans
Baseball players got a sense of what the game will be like without fans in the stands upon returning for workouts last week. They're getting a more realistic glimpse this week as teams begin holding scrimmages. Yes, it's very strange.
by Associated Press
Published Jul. 10 2020 @ 12:10am
Features
7-DAY MENU PLANNER: Family-favorite stuffed peppers are also light on the wallet
SUNDAY: Family nightOur family is putting pork medallions with cinnamon couscous and mango chutney (see recipe) on our favorites list.
by Susan Nicholson
Andrews McMeel Syndication
Published Jul. 10 2020 @ 12:05am
Oprah, Lionsgate to help adapt The 1619 Project for film, TV
Oprah Winfrey and Lionsgate are partnering with Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Nikole Hannah-Jones to adapt the New York Times’ recent project examining the legacy of slavery for film and television.
by the Associated Press
Published Jul. 9 2020 @ 9:05pm
Food & Drink Fest set for tonight
Enjoy some time outside with good food, drinks and live music at the second Food & Drink Fest tonight at The Millbottom.
by Madeleine Leroux
Published Jul. 9 2020 @ 12:05am
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