Mid-Missouri News

Missouri’s August primary election is two weeks from Tuesday; no-excuse absentee voting gets underway

No-excuse absentee voting for Missouri’s August primary election begins Tuesday morning. Boone County clerk Brianna Lennon’s office notes that starting this morning and running through Monday August 3, the Boone […]

Date published: July 21, 2026

Boone County Fair begins Tuesday; Carly Samuel named Boone County fair queen

You’ll need to stay hydrated if you’re heading to the Boone County Fair in Columbia Tuesday afternoon or evening. The fair, which dates to 1835, opens today and runs through […]

Date published: July 21, 2026

(LISTEN): Little General’s opening in Columbia continues growth near I-70 and Route Z

Saturday’s grand opening of Little General in Columbia drew a big turnout and highlights the growth near I-70 and the Route Z exit. The 18,000 square foot store includes 24 […]

Date published: July 21, 2026

UPDATE: Union Pacific makes location change for Tuesday’s Big Boy visit to California, Missouri

Big crowds are expected Tuesday morning in mid-Missouri’s California, as residents and train enthusiasts try to catch a glimpse of the world’s largest operating steam locomotive. Union Pacific’s famous Big […]

Date published: July 21, 2026

UPDATE: Columbia Regional Airport sees busiest June in airport history

New nonstop flights from Columbia Regional Airport (COU) to Charlotte and to Orlando and Destin/Fort Walton Beach have helped the airport see the busiest June in history. While the record […]

Date published: July 20, 2026

(LISTEN): Columbia’s mayor, police and fire chief draw standing-room only audience on Proposition One

Columbia’s police chief encourages you to make an informed decision about August’s Proposition One, which is a proposed one percent sales/use tax for public safety. Police chief Jill Schlude says […]

Date published: July 20, 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 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

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

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