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Howard County: Income Maintenance transfers accounted for 1.9% of income in 2022

In 2022, Income Maintenance transfers made up 1.9% of income in Howard County, providing an average of $922 per capita to residents.

By Columbia News | Mar 22, 2025

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Cooper County: Residents received $15.05 million per capita from Income Maintenance transfers in 2022

In 2022, Income Maintenance transfers made up 1.8% of income in Cooper County, providing an average of $897 per capita to residents.

By Columbia News | Mar 18, 2025

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Howard County residents received $12,852 per capita in government transfers in 2022, ranking 60th in Missouri

By Columbia News | Mar 17, 2025

In 2022, residents of Howard County received an average of $12,852 per capita in government transfer payments—ranking it 57th lowest in Missouri.

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Audrain County: Income Maintenance dependency reached 2.5% in 2022

By Columbia News | Mar 13, 2025

In 2022, Income Maintenance transfers made up 2.5% of income in Audrain County, providing an average of $1,091 per capita to residents.

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Randolph County ranks 52nd highest in Missouri for per capita government transfer income at $13,459 in 2022

By Columbia News | Mar 10, 2025

In 2022, residents of Randolph County received an average of $13,459 per capita in government transfer payments—ranking it 52nd highest in Missouri.

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Randolph County: Income Maintenance made up 2.4% of total income in 2022

By Columbia News | Mar 9, 2025

In 2022, Income Maintenance transfers made up 2.4% of income in Randolph County, providing an average of $1,179 per capita to residents.

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Boone County: Income Maintenance transfers accounted for 1.3% of income in 2022

By Columbia News | Mar 1, 2025

In 2022, Income Maintenance transfers made up 1.3% of income in Boone County, providing an average of $727 per capita to residents.

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EDA awards over $1 million in grants for economic development projects in Randolph County in 2023

By Columbia News | Jan 20, 2025

In 2023, the U.S. Economic Development Administration (EDA) awarded a total of $1,500,000 in grants for economic development projects in Randolph County, Missouri.

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EDA awards over $1 million in grants for economic development projects in Boone County in 2023

By Columbia News | Jan 20, 2025

In 2023, the U.S. Economic Development Administration (EDA) awarded a total of $1,189,816 in grants for economic development projects in Boone County, Missouri.

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City names Rebecca Roesslet as new public health director

By Columbia News | Sep 30, 2024

Rebecca Roesslet, former assistant director of Columbia/Boone County Public Health and Human Services (PHHS), has been appointed as the next director of the department. Roesslet will be officially sworn in at the City Council meeting on October 7.

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Columbia works on improving road conditions through resurfacing and preservation

By Columbia News | Sep 25, 2024

The City of Columbia Public Works department is currently working to improve the condition of roads in Columbia. Over the summer and continuing into the fall, crews have been seen resurfacing roadways or applying pavement preservation treatments to slow down deterioration.

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Columbia enhances non-emergency issue reporting system

By Columbia News | Sep 24, 2024

The City of Columbia has launched a new system for residents to report non-emergency issues. This portal aims to make it easier for residents to notify city staff about problems, request action, and follow the resolution process.

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Go COMO offers free game day shuttles for Mizzou football fans

By Columbia News | Sep 24, 2024

Go COMO is offering a convenient transportation option for Mizzou football fans this season. The Game Day Routes shuttle fans between downtown Columbia and Faurot Field, as well as major hotels in the area. This service is free of charge and aims to alleviate traffic congestion and parking costs near the stadium.

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Public invited to open house on Columbia Regional Airport master plan

By Columbia News | Sep 24, 2024

Members of the public are invited to attend an open house to learn more about the Columbia Regional Airport (COU) Master Plan on Monday, Sept. 30. The event will feature two sessions and offer virtual options for those unable to attend in person.

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Columbia Fire Department invites public to Halloween open house

By Columbia News | Sep 24, 2024

Community members are invited to attend Columbia Fire Department’s Halloween Open House from 6-9 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 31 at Columbia Fire Station 9, located at 201 Blue Ridge Road.

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Columbia seeks applicants for boards and commissions

By Columbia News | Sep 24, 2024

The City of Columbia is inviting residents to apply for vacancies on various boards, commissions, and task forces. This initiative allows community members to engage with local government and represent their peers. The application deadline is Friday, Nov. 8 at 5 p.m.

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Columbia receives Love Your Block grants for neighborhood revitalization

By Columbia News | Sep 24, 2024

Columbia has been selected to receive Love Your Block grants for neighborhood revitalization projects. The Bloomberg Center for Public Innovation at Johns Hopkins University announced the selection, which was approved by Columbia's City Council on September 3.

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Columbia seeks resident assistance for identifying home water service line materials

By Columbia News | Sep 24, 2024

The City of Columbia Utilities has announced that during recent field investigations, no lead water service lines were found in the city's water distribution system. However, there remains a slight possibility that some lead service lines exist.

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Columbia urges proper yard waste disposal for autumn

By Columbia News | Sep 24, 2024

City Utilities has issued a reminder to Columbia residents about the importance of proper yard waste disposal this autumn. The initiative aims to protect the city's stormwater system from potential damage caused by improper disposal methods.

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Public Health Director Stephanie Browning announces retirement after 25 years

By Columbia News | Sep 24, 2024

Public Health and Human Services Director Stephanie Browning will retire from the City of Columbia on October 11 after 25 years of service. Browning began her public health career in Yuma, Arizona, where she worked in HIV prevention for three years before being promoted to assistant director, serving a total of 11 years. She became the director of Columbia/Boone County Public Health and Human Services (PHHS) in 1999.