Mid-Missouri News

(LISTEN): Columbia’s police chief says city can’t keep up with pay; she’s thankful voters approved Proposition One

The Columbia Police Department currently has 17 vacancies, a number that changes each month. Police chief Jill Schlude was live on 939 the Eagle’s “Sunday Morning with Ken and Brian” […]

Date published: October 11, 2026

(LISTEN): Median price of single-family home in Boone County was $350,000 in August; REMAX Boone Realty CEO speaks on 939 the Eagle

The Mendenhall family has been in the real estate business in Boone County since 1894. REMAX Boone Realty chief executive officer Elizabeth Mendenhall joined host Fred Parry in-studio Saturday morning […]

Date published: October 11, 2026

(LISTEN): Columbia College’s president says Friday’s inauguration is also chance to honor those who came before him

Historic Columbia College will conclude its 175th anniversary with Friday morning’s formal inauguration of college president Dr. Toby Arquette. President Arquette began his position on March 1. President Arquette tells […]

Date published: October 11, 2026

Missouri whips Texas A&M and moves to #13 in new Associated Press (AP) college football poll

Eliah Drinkwitz’s #14 Missouri Tigers whipped Texas A&M 27-6 Saturday afternoon at sold-out Faurot field in Columbia. Tiger running back Jamal Roberts had 34 carries for 222 yards and two […]

Date published: October 11, 2026

Monday is Columbus Day, which is a federal, Missouri and county holiday

Most of Jefferson City’s approximately 14,000 state employees are off Monday for Columbus Day, which is a federal, Missouri and county holiday. The holiday celebrates the arrival of Christopher Columbus […]

Date published: October 11, 2026

Fulton mayor Myers isn’t seeking re-election in 2027; citing health concerns

Fulton’s mayor will not seek re-election in April, citing health concerns. Mayor Steve Myers made the announcement Friday, saying it’s his intent to continue serving as mayor through the end […]

Date published: October 11, 2026

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Dolly Parton Misses Dollywood Event

Dolly Parton was unable to attend the big opening of Dollywood’s new NightFlight Expedition roller coaster Friday, joining the celebration virtually instead. “I’m still in Nashville, and I’m sorry about that. […]

Date published: August 17, 2026

Dolly Parton Is Heading To Broadway

Her life story is becoming a Broadway musical. Dolly Parton is marking her 81st birthday in a BIG way! Her Broadway debut, Dolly: A True Original Musical, will open at New York City’s […]

Date published: July 8, 2026

Garth Brooks Announces Arena Tour

What a great surprise! Garth Brooks has just announced his “Blame It All On My Roots Tour,” and he’s pricing every ticket at the same flat rate. Each seat on the […]

Date published: July 8, 2026

Dolly Parton Gives Update On Health

It’s been a little while since we’ve heard from Dolly. Dolly Parton made her first major public appearance on Friday, March 13th, at Dollywood’s 2026 season kickoff in Pigeon Forge. She […]

Date published: March 16, 2026

Chris Stapleton Makes History

Chris Stapleton is unstoppable! Chris Stapleton achieved a major milestone on Monday, January 12th, when the RIAA certified “Tennessee Whiskey” as Double Diamond, marking over 20 million units sold and making it the […]

Date published: January 13, 2026

Johnny Cash’s Estate Sues Popular Brand

The estate of the legendary Johnny Cash has filed a federal lawsuit in Nashville against Coca-Cola, accusing the them of illegally using a tribute singer named Shawn Barker, to mimic Johnny’s voice in […]

Date published: December 1, 2025

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