Boone County
Recent News About Boone County
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Boone County allocates $11.3 million for children's services in 2024
Boone County has released its 2024 annual report detailing the allocation of over $11.3 million to services for children, youth, and families.
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Deadline nears for Boone County senior tax relief program
The deadline for applications to the Boone County Senior Real Estate Tax Relief Program is nearing.
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Boone County launches interactive roads dashboard for public use
Boone County has introduced a new interactive roads dashboard aimed at improving transparency for its residents.
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Boone County adopts new master plan after extensive collaboration
The Boone County Commission has adopted a new Master Plan, marking the culmination of extensive collaborative efforts.
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Boone County appoints Ami Hayse as director of public safety childcare center
The Boone County Commission has appointed Ami Hayse as the new director of the Public Safety Childcare Center.
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Boone County limits in-person services for staff training
Boone County Resource Management staff are set to undergo training on a new land management and permitting system.
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Creek Week focuses on protecting local water resources
COLUMBIA, Mo. - The Greater Bonne Femme Watershed Initiative is set to host its first-ever Creek Week from June 9 to 14.
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Boone County collaborates on school emergency training with key community partners
Boone County is set to enhance its preparedness for school emergencies through a collaborative training initiative.
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Boone County mails property reassessment notices following state mandate
On May 29, 2025, the Boone County Assessor's office sent out 56,000 "Change of Assessment" notices to property owners.
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Deadline nears for Boone County senior tax relief program
Completed notarized applications for the Boone County Senior Real Estate Tax Relief Program should be submitted to the Collector’s Office from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday.
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Boone County to hold public hearing on Master Plan draft
The Boone County Commission is set to conduct a public hearing on the final draft of the Master Plan during its meeting scheduled for May 27.
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Boone County suspends recycling program after facility closure
Boone County's recycling drop-off program has been suspended indefinitely due to the unexpected loss of the City of Columbia Material Recovery Facility.
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Application window opens for Boone County senior tax relief program
Applications for the Boone County Senior Real Estate Tax Relief Program will open on April 1, 2025.
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Boone County warns of severe weather with potential tornadoes
The National Weather Service St. Louis office has issued a Moderate Risk warning for severe weather expected to impact the region late this afternoon and evening.
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Siren test canceled amid high wind warning
Outdoor warning siren tests scheduled for March 5, 2025, have been canceled due to a high wind warning.
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Annual statewide tornado drill scheduled for March 5, 2025
The National Weather Service and the Missouri State Emergency Management Agency have announced March 3-7, 2025, as Severe Weather Preparedness Week.
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Boone County plans public hearings on master plan proposal
Boone County Planning & Zoning Commission is set to conduct public hearings in February and March concerning the proposed draft of the Boone County Master Plan.
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Boone County seeks director for new public safety childcare center
Construction of the Boone County Public Safety Childcare Center is slated to start in summer 2025, with an anticipated opening by mid-2026.
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Boone County warns about misleading recorded deed notice mailings
Boone County Recorder of Deeds Bob Nolte has issued a warning to residents regarding a trend involving mailed solicitations labeled "Recorded Deed Notice."
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Boone County allocates $9.1 million for children's services programs
The Boone County Children's Services Board (BCCSB) has approved over $9.1 million in funding for local programs.