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City of Columbia to Host Mini Youth Summit on April 7
The City of Columbia is gearing up to host its first Mini Youth Summit, organized by the Youth Advisory Council. Scheduled for April 7, from noon to 2 p.m., the event will take place at the City of Columbia Activity and Recreation Center (ARC) located at 1701 West Ash Street, Columbia, MO 65203.According to the announcement, the Youth Summit aims to educate attendees about the crucial role the Youth Advisory Council plays in the community and with Council members. It also emphasizes the impact that youth voices can have on various issues affecting the young population of...
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1 gas station in cities throughout Boone County had the cheapest regular gas in week ending Mar. 23
The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Boone County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Mar. 23, according to GasBuddy.com.
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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on diesel in cities in Boone County in week ending Mar. 23?
The only price of diesel in cities throughout Boone County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Mar. 23, according to GasBuddy.com.
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79.4% of Boone County residents old enough to vote in 2021
Of the 182,170 citizens living in Boone County in 2021, 79.4% were old enough to vote, equating to 144,698 individuals, according to U.S. Census Bureau data obtained on Oct. 26.
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Public Hearing Scheduled for Variance Request for Digital Sign in Columbia, Missouri
The Board of Adjustment of the City of Columbia, Missouri, under the leadership of Chairman Peter Norgard, has announced a public hearing scheduled for April 9, 2024, regarding a variance request for a digital sign on real estate located at 5500 W. Van Horn Tavern Road.The request for the variance is being made by Phebe La Mar, representing MFL Golf, LLC (owner) and Midway Golf and Games, LLC (tenant). The appeal seeks approval for the installation of a digital sign on the property, which is currently not permitted under Section 29-4.8(c)(12) of the Unified Development...
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Public Hearing Scheduled for Rezoning Request in Columbia
The City of Columbia has announced a public hearing scheduled for April 4, 2024, at 7:00 p.m. in the City Council Chambers at 701 East Broadway. The hearing, conducted by the Planning and Zoning Commission, aims to provide citizens and interested parties with an opportunity to voice their opinions on a specific rezoning request.According to the notice issued on March 19, 2024, the request pertains to a proposal by Engineering Surveys & Services, acting as the agent for Last Enterprises LLC, seeking approval to rezone 2.01 acres of property from the M-C (Mixed Use –...
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Public Hearing Scheduled for Street Name Change in Columbia
The City of Columbia has announced a public hearing scheduled for April 4, 2024, regarding a proposed street name change within the community. The hearing, set to take place at 7:00 p.m. in the City Council Chambers at 701 East Broadway, aims to provide an opportunity for all citizens and interested parties to voice their opinions on the matter.The request for the name change comes from Ahmad Zafar, who is seeking approval to rename Nick Court to Nick Street. This change would impact all residents of the 18 units on Nick Court and would affect approximately 400 feet of...
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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Boone County in week ending Mar. 16?
The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Boone County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Mar. 16, according to GasBuddy.com.
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Public Hearing Announcement for Amendments to City Code in Columbia, Missouri
The City of Columbia, Missouri, has announced a public hearing scheduled for April 4, 2024, at 7:00 p.m. at the City Council Chamber of City Hall. The hearing aims to provide an opportunity for citizens and interested parties to voice their opinions on proposed amendments to the city code related to short-term rentals.The proposed amendments involve changes to sections 29-1.11(a) and 29-3.3(vv) of Chapter 29 of the City Code, specifically focusing on the definitions of "Short-term rental Tier 1 and Tier 3" and the standards for short-term rentals. These changes are aimed...
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February: 715 lawyers in good standing to practice law in cities in Boone County
There were 715 lawyers in good standing in cities in Boone County as of February.
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712 lawyers in good standing in cities in Boone County as of Q4 2023
There were 712 lawyers in good standing in cities in Boone County as of the fourth quarter of 2023.
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Julie McBee – March 2024 Volunteer of the Month
Julie McBee has been recognized as the Volunteer of the Month for March 2024 for her dedicated efforts in beautifying Columbia through the Adopt-A-Spot program. McBee's commitment to her community stands out as she devotes her time and energy to making Columbia a more beautiful place."I jumped in and took on a spot that had gotten quite overgrown with weeds and Bermuda grass," McBee shared, reflecting on her initial involvement in the program. Despite the challenges she faced, McBee tackled the task with determination, breaking down the 150-foot median into manageable...
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Farm subsidies plummet in 2021 across cities in Boone County
Farms throughout cities in Boone County received $5.7 million less in subsidies in 2021 from the U.S. Department of Agriculture compared to the year before.
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Public Hearing Announced for Rezoning Proposal in Columbia
On February 27, 2024, Engineering Surveys & Services, acting on behalf of Burrell, Inc., submitted a request for the approval of a rezoning project in Columbia. The proposal aims to rezone a 1.03-acre property on 107 Texas Avenue from M-OF (Mixed Use Office) to PD (Planned Development) to facilitate the development of a new building.The request includes an associated statement of intent, preliminary plat, and PD plan named Phoenix House, which is planned to be situated on both 90 E Leslie Lane and 107 Texas Avenue. This development would allow for the construction of an...
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Residential curbside recycling collection to resume March 18
The City of Columbia Solid Waste Utility has announced that manual residential curbside recycling collection will resume on an every-other-week schedule starting March 18. This decision comes in conjunction with the recent implementation of the city's automated trash collection system.City Manager De’Carlon Seewood expressed enthusiasm for the resumption of the recycling service, stating, "We are excited to be resuming this service within weeks of the implementation of our automated trash collection system." The City will inform customers about routes and other relevant...
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Taxpayer-funded subsidies offered to Boone County farmers in 2021 reached $8,495,930
Farms in Boone County received $8,495,930 in taxpayer-funded subsidies in 2021, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture.
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Parkside Manor was 2nd largest nursing home in Boone County as of Q4 2023
Parkside Manor, the second largest nursing home in Boone County, aided an average of 71.8 residents per day during the fourth quarter of 2023.
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2nd largest nursing home in Boone County as of Q4 2023
Neighborhoods Rehabilitation and Skilled Nursing by Tigerplac, the second largest nursing home in Boone County, aided an average of 91 residents per day during the fourth quarter of 2023.
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The Villa at Blue Ridge: 3-star nursing home in Boone County
Owned by James Lincoln and Judy Lincoln since Nov. 14, 2012, The Villa at Blue Ridge had an overall rating of three in the fourth quarter of 2023.
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South Hampton Place, a for-profit facility, had a rating of 2 in Q4 2023
Owned by James Lincoln and Judy Lincoln since May 1, 2002, South Hampton Place had an overall rating of two in the fourth quarter of 2023.