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News from August 2024

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Boone County sees increase in number of lawyers in good standing in July than June

By Columbia News | Aug 23, 2024

Cities in Boone County recorded a growth in the number of lawyers in good standing than the previous month.

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Columbia celebrates National Customer Service Week Oct. 7-11

By Columbia News | Aug 23, 2024

The City of Columbia will celebrate National Customer Service Week from October 7 to 11. This period is dedicated to honoring and recognizing the vital role that customer service professionals play in enhancing the customer experience within the city.

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City of Columbia unveils annual commemorative poster

By Columbia News | Aug 23, 2024

The 2024 City of Columbia Commemorative Poster was unveiled last month at the annual Celebration of the Arts. Each year, an artist’s work is selected to communicate the vitality and beauty of mid-Missouri and the significance of the arts.

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Mid-Mo Energy Expo scheduled for Oct. 12

By Columbia News | Aug 23, 2024

The City of Columbia Water & Light, Boone Electric Cooperative, and Ameren Missouri are set to host the Mid-Mo Energy Expo on Saturday, Oct. 12. The event will take place from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Boone Electric Community Building located at 1413 Rangeline St.

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Audrain County in week ending Aug. 17?

By Columbia News | Aug 23, 2024

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Audrain County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Aug. 17, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Mid-Mo Energy Expo scheduled for October in Columbia

By Columbia News | Aug 23, 2024

The City of Columbia Water & Light, Boone Electric Cooperative, and Ameren Missouri are set to host the Mid-Mo Energy Expo on Saturday, Oct. 12. The event will take place from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Boone Electric Community Building located at 1413 Rangeline St.

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Cheapest E85 gas in cities across Audrain County in week ending Aug. 17

By Columbia News | Aug 23, 2024

The only price of E85 gas in cities throughout Audrain County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Aug. 17, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on regular gas in cities in Randolph County in week ending Aug. 17?

By Columbia News | Aug 23, 2024

The lowest price of regular gas in cities throughout Randolph County was found at two gas stations in the week ending Aug. 17, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on midgrade gas in cities in Audrain County in week ending Aug. 17?

By Columbia News | Aug 23, 2024

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Audrain County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Aug. 17, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Cheapest diesel in cities across Boone County in week ending Aug. 17

By Columbia News | Aug 23, 2024

The lowest price of diesel in cities throughout Boone County was found at five gas stations in the week ending Aug. 17, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Randolph County in week ending Aug. 17?

By Columbia News | Aug 22, 2024

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Randolph County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Aug. 17, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Columbia Fire Department announces events for Fire Prevention Week starting October 6

By Columbia News | Aug 22, 2024

The Columbia Fire Department invites the community to join the kick-off of Fire Prevention Week on Oct. 6 at the Columbia Mall, located at 2300 Bernadette Drive. This free, family-friendly event will run from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., offering an educational afternoon for attendees.

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City of Columbia undertakes extensive road improvement projects

By Columbia News | Aug 22, 2024

The City of Columbia Public Works department is actively improving Columbia’s roads, working to keep as many of them in good condition as possible.

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Youth volunteer inspires community involvement through Columbia's 'Youth in Action' program

By Columbia News | Aug 22, 2024

Conrad Johnson began volunteering with the City of Columbia this summer through the City’s youth volunteer program, Youth in Action. This program is aimed at youths ages 12-15 to help provide valuable volunteer opportunities. This allows them to get involved in their community, make new friends, and gain new skills and experiences.

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City of Columbia enforces rental unit conservation law for property safety

By Columbia News | Aug 22, 2024

The City of Columbia has a Rental Unit Conservation Law aimed at ensuring rental properties are safe and well-maintained. This law requires all residential rental properties, including apartments, duplexes, single-family homes, and owner-occupied homes with tenants, to be licensed.

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1 gas station in cities throughout Cooper County had the cheapest regular gas in week ending Aug. 10

By Columbia News | Aug 20, 2024

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Cooper County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Aug. 10, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on premium gas in cities in Boone County in week ending Aug. 10?

By Columbia News | Aug 20, 2024

The only price of premium gas in cities throughout Boone County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Aug. 10, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Cities in Audrain County had 24 lawyers in good standing as of July

By Columbia News | Aug 19, 2024

There were 24 lawyers in good standing in cities in Audrain County as of July.

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Public hearing scheduled on August 19 to set Columbia's property tax rates for 2024

By Columbia News | Aug 19, 2024

Notice is hereby given of a public hearing before the City Council of the City of Columbia, Missouri, to be held in the Council Chamber of the City Hall Building, 701 E. Broadway, on Monday, August 19, 2024, at 7:00 p.m. The hearing aims to provide all citizens and interested parties an opportunity to be heard regarding the setting of the ad valorem property tax rate for the City of Columbia for 2024. This tax rate will fund the City's Fiscal Year 2025 (FY25) Annual Budget.

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Public hearing set for proposed improvements at Westwinds Park

By Columbia News | Aug 19, 2024

A public hearing is scheduled before the City Council of Columbia, Missouri, to discuss proposed improvements at Westwinds Park. The meeting will take place in the Council Chamber of City Hall, located at 701 E. Broadway, Columbia, Missouri, on Monday, August 19, 2024, at 7:00 p.m.