Mid-Missouri News

Big weekend for Zimmer Communications at 2026 MBA awards ceremony at Lake of the Ozarks

Zimmer Radio earned 25 awards, including 13 first-place awards, at this weekend’s Missouri Broadcasters Association (MBA) annual awards at Margaritaville Lake Resort. 939 the Eagle’s Randy Tobler and Stephanie Bell […]

Date published: June 7, 2026

Cardinals beat Cincinnati 5-3 on Sunday; St. Louis is idle Monday

The St. Louis Cardinals beat the Reds 5-3 on Sunday afternoon, sweeping the three-game series at Busch Stadium. St. Louis has won four straight games and they’re 35-28 this season, […]

Date published: June 7, 2026

UPDATE: Much of mid-Missouri, including Columbia/Jefferson City, under flood watch through Monday afternoon

Boone and Cole Counties and much of mid-Missouri remain under a flood watch until 1 pm Monday. The ground is still saturated from May’s heavy rains and heavy rain in […]

Date published: June 7, 2026

Firefighters and American Red Cross personnel to go door-to-door Saturday in Jefferson City to install free smoke alarms

Volunteers from the American Red Cross of Central and Northern Missouri will join Jefferson City firefighters Saturday in offering free smoke alarm installations. They’ll visit neighborhoods on Saturday from 9 […]

Date published: June 5, 2026

(LISTEN): Columbia’s city manager getting closer to decision on communications director position

Look for Columbia’s city manager to make a decision in June on the city’s communications director position. City manager De’Carlon Seewood spoke to 939 the Eagle News after this week’s […]

Date published: June 5, 2026

Allegiant’s first flight from Columbia Regional to Destin-Fort Walton Beach is Friday

Columbia Regional Airport (COU) is expected to be busy again for Friday morning’s first Allegiant Airlines flight to Destin-Fort Walton Beach. The plane is scheduled to depart at 9:56 am. […]

Date published: June 5, 2026

(LISTEN): St. Louisan Dan Dierdorf to be inducted into MBA Hall of Fame Friday night; he’s best known for 12 seasons on “Monday Night Football”

(This is the second part of Brian Hauswirth’s two-part series on Dan Dierdorf’s induction) An NFL Hall of Famer and veteran network broadcaster with ties to Columbia will be inducted […]

Date published: June 5, 2026

(LISTEN): Saturday’s Mid-Mo Baby Expo to feature seminars on baby first aid and on baby massage

A good turnout is expected Saturday morning for the Mid-Mo Baby Expo at Columbia’s Courtyard by Marriott on Lemone Industrial. There will be dozens of booths and a diaper changing […]

Date published: June 5, 2026

Cardinals open series with Cincinnati Friday night at Busch Stadium

The St. Louis Cardinals open a three-game series with the Reds Friday evening at Busch Stadium. The Cardinals are 32-28 this season and are five games out of first place […]

Date published: June 5, 2026

UPDATE: Columbia suspect who allegedly made threats to harm himself and others jailed without bond

A Columbia suspect accused of threatening to harm himself, family members and his employees is being held without bond, after being charged with multiple felonies. Boone County prosecutors have charged […]

Date published: June 5, 2026

Truman VA officials in Columbia say 2026 CMS rating underscores their commitment to delivering high-quality care

Columbia’s Truman VA Hospital has earned a four-star rating in the 2026 Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services’ (CMS) report. The highest rating is a five. CMS’ overall hospital quality […]

Date published: June 4, 2026

UPDATE: FBI is now in charge of search for suspect charged in March robbery at Boonville casino

Missouri state troopers and federal agents continue their search for a 20-year-old man from Illinois charged with March’s $1.3 million armed robbery at Boonville’s Isle of Capri casino. Prosecutors in […]

Date published: June 4, 2026

Athlete of the Week

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KFAL Athlete of the Week: Fulton Senior Forward Will Yates

Yates is averaging 5 points, 5 rebounds, and 1 block per game, bringing toughness and consistency to the Hornets lineup. Often matched up against taller opponents, Will competes fearlessly in the paint and never backs down from a challenge. A fierce competitor who works hard every possession.Will Yates is this

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KFAL Athlete of the Week: Dalton Brewer

North Callaway senior Dalton Brewer is this week’s KFAL Athlete of the Week after helping lead the Thunderbirds to a 57–36 Senior Night Win over Wright City. Brewer finished the night with 12 points, 3 assists, and 3 steals, setting the tone on both ends of the floor as North

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KFAL Athlete of the Week: Dez Galbreath-Chambers

Fulton High School senior Dez Galbreath-Chambers is this week’s KFAL Athlete of the Week. Dez helped lead the Lady Hornets to a 40–34 road win at Bowling Green on Friday night, scoring 8 points, pulling down 5 rebounds, and adding 2 blocks. A three-year starter and team leader, Dez brings

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Music News

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

Dolly Parton To Open Truck Stops In 2026

Dolly Parton is getting into the truck stop business by partnering with Tennessean Travel Stop to rebrand their flagship location in Cornersville, Tennessee, as ‘Dolly’s Tennessean Travel Stop,’ set to open […]

Date published: November 24, 2025

Lainey Wilson Wins Big At CMA’s

What an incredible night for Lainey Wilson! The 59th Annual CMA Awards was last night at Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, which was hosted by Lainey Wilson, who went on to win […]

Date published: November 20, 2025

Kenny Chesney Inducted Into Country Music Hall Of Fame

Kenny Chesney, along with June Carter Cash, and Tony Brown were inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame on Sunday, October 19th. They joined the 155 previous Hall of Famers in a […]

Date published: October 21, 2025

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