The 46th Annual Heritage Festival and Craft Show is scheduled for September 21-22 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Nifong Park, located at 3700 Ponderosa St. Organized by Columbia Parks and Recreation, the event is free to the public and will feature multicultural entertainment across three stages, along with a handmade craft show. Artisans and tradespersons will demonstrate their traditional skills and sell their wares.

Columbia approves balanced $FY25$ budget focusing on infrastructure and public safety

At the Sept. 16 meeting, the Columbia City Council approved the City’s budget for fiscal year 2025. The FY25 budget outlines priorities and all planned activities for the upcoming fiscal year that runs from Oct. 1, 2024, through Sept. 30, 2025. The City’s priorities for FY25 include infrastructure, public safety, housing, and social services.

Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Cooper County in week ending Sept. 7?

The only price of premium gas in cities throughout Cooper County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Sept. 7, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Columbia Fire Department welcomes 14 new graduates

After 18 weeks of training, the Columbia Fire Department's Basic Recruit School class graduated in a ceremony at City Hall on Friday, Sept. 13. Fourteen recruits completed the program, with six immediately joining CFD’s Operations Division and eight remaining at the Training Division to complete an EMT certification course over the next six weeks.

Columbia Fire Department announces Fire Prevention Week kick-off event

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

August: 24 lawyers in good standing to practice law in cities in Audrain County

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

Where were the cheapest places to fill up on midgrade gas in cities in Audrain County in week ending Sept. 7?

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Audrain County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Sept. 7, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Youth volunteer Conrad Johnson featured for September 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. It allows them to get involved in their community, make new friends, and gain new skills and experiences.

Where were the cheapest places to fill up on midgrade gas in cities in Randolph County in week ending Sept. 7?

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Randolph County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Sept. 7, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Boone County in week ending Sept. 7?

The lowest price of diesel in cities throughout Boone County was found at 13 gas stations in the week ending Sept. 7, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

1 gas station in cities throughout Randolph County had the cheapest regular gas in week ending Sept. 7

By Columbia News | Sep 15, 2024

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Randolph County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Sept. 7, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Which former Columbia News area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Sept. 16?

By Columbia News | Sep 15, 2024

These former Columbia News area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Sept. 16.

Cheapest diesel in cities across Randolph County in week ending Sept. 7

By Columbia News | Sep 15, 2024

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Randolph County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Sept. 7, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Columbia News area weekly mass times

The following parishes in the Columbia News coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

1 gas station in cities throughout Howard County had the cheapest regular gas in week ending Sept. 7

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Howard County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Sept. 7, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Cheapest regular gas in cities across Cooper County in week ending Sept. 7

The lowest price of regular gas in cities throughout Cooper County was found at five gas stations in the week ending Sept. 7, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

1 gas station in cities throughout Audrain County had the cheapest E85 gas in week ending Sept. 7

The only price of E85 gas in cities throughout Audrain County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Sept. 7, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

1 gas station in cities throughout Audrain County had the cheapest regular gas in week ending Sept. 7