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Public safety organizations in Boone County to compete in blood donation drive

By Columbia News | Sep 25, 2010

Boone County, Columbia, and the University of Missouri public safety organizations are set to compete in the Boone County Battle for Blood.

Public safety groups compete in Boone County blood donation drive

By Columbia News | Sep 18, 2010

Boone County, Columbia, and University of Missouri public safety organizations are set to participate in the Boone County Battle for Blood.

Hinkson Clean Sweep set for October: Volunteers needed for stream cleanup

By Columbia News | Sep 11, 2010

The annual Hinkson Clean Sweep event is set to take place on October 16, 2010, from 10 a.m. to noon.

Boone County discusses future land use plans

By Columbia News | Aug 28, 2010

The Boone County meeting aimed to present draft findings on future land use allocation and growth management strategies.

Boone County Hazard Mitigation Plan approved by FEMA pending local adoption

By Columbia News | Aug 21, 2010

The Boone County Hazard Mitigation Plan has received approval from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA).

Boone County commissioners to attend Missouri Association of Counties meeting

By Columbia News | Aug 6, 2010

Boone County Presiding Commissioner Ken Pearson and Southern Commissioner Karen M. Miller are set to attend the Missouri Association of Counties Annual Board Meeting from August 10 to 12.

Boone County releases pamphlets to educate public on stormwater ordinance

By Columbia News | Jul 24, 2010

To help the public understand Boone County's stormwater ordinance, Stormwater Educator Nicki Fuemmeler has created a series of pamphlets addressing frequently asked questions.

Boone County officials to attend NACo conference in Nevada

By Columbia News | Jul 17, 2010

Southern District Commissioner Karen M. Miller, Boone County Collector Patricia S. Lensmeyer, and Boone County Clerk Wendy Noren are set to attend the National Association of Counties (NACo) 2010 Annual Conference and Exposition in Washoe County,...

Columbia and Boone County host public meeting on East Area Plan

By Columbia News | Jun 26, 2010

The City of Columbia and Boone County Planning and Zoning Commissions are set to host the fourth public information meeting concerning the East Area Plan (EAP).

City of Columbia and Boone County to host public meeting on East Area Plan

By Columbia News | Jun 19, 2010

The City of Columbia and Boone County Planning and Zoning Commissions are set to host the fourth public information meeting about the East Area Plan (EAP).

Boone County Commission interviews finalists for hospital board seat

By Columbia News | Jun 12, 2010

On Friday, the Boone County Commission and members of the Boone Hospital Board of Trustees met with the final three candidates for a vacant seat on the hospital board.

Columbia Chamber honors commissioner Karen M. Miller with businesswoman award

By Columbia News | Jun 5, 2010

On Wednesday, the Columbia Chamber of Commerce awarded Southern Boone County Commissioner Karen M. Miller the 2010 Debin Benish Outstanding Businesswoman Award.

Boone County prepares for third annual Early Childhood Summit

By Columbia News | May 22, 2010

Boone County is set to host its third annual Early Childhood Summit on Wednesday, May 26.

Boone County hosts annual spring blood drive honoring John Patton

By Columbia News | May 15, 2010

On Friday, Boone County conducted its annual spring blood drive in honor of John Patton, a former County Counselor.

Columbia residents win top spots in watershed PSA contest

By Columbia News | May 1, 2010

The Help the Hinkson Watershed Restoration Project has announced the winners of its public service announcement (PSA) contest.

Boone County addresses concerns over Hinkson Creek environmental plan

By Columbia News | Apr 24, 2010

Representatives from the Missouri Department of Natural Resources (DNR) convened with local government leaders, community officials, and citizens on Tuesday for a public meeting regarding the draft Hinkson Creek Total Maximum Daily Load (TMDL)...

Boone County hosts public discussion on Hinkson Creek water quality plan

By Columbia News | Apr 15, 2010

Boone County will host a public discussion on the draft Total Maximum Daily Load (TMDL) for Hinkson Creek.

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