Mid-Missouri News

UPDATE: Multiple water rescues in Columbia/Boone County; flooding is causing issues in several areas

While flood warnings from Boone County and across mid-Missouri have expired, flooding is still causing issues on this Monday afternoon in the Columbia area. The National Weather Service (NWS) says […]

Date published: June 8, 2026

UPDATE: Motorist rescued from floodwaters in mid-Missouri’s Cole County

Jefferson City firefighters are reminding residents to never drive through a flooded roadway. JCFD crews assisted the Russellville-Lohman Fire Protection District with Monday’s early-morning water rescue near Scrivner road and […]

Date published: June 8, 2026

939 the Eagle streaming is down; station engineers working to fix issue

939 the Eagle is experiencing streaming issues on this Monday morning. Station officials say they’re waiting on a new piece of equipment and aim to stream sometime on Tuesday. We […]

Date published: June 8, 2026

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 8, 2026

Columbia’s school board to tackle budget Monday night; board set to dip into reserves

Columbia’s school board is set to vote Monday evening on a proposed budget that taps into reserves. While the proposed budget would be about $321-million, revenues are projected to be […]

Date published: June 8, 2026

UPDATE: Flood warnings expire across mid-Missouri; Columbia Regional Airport saw record rains on Sunday

UPDATE: The National Weather Service (NWS) says flood warnings in Boone County and across mid-Missouri have expired. HERE IS THE ORIGINAL STORY: Much of mid-Missouri remains under a flood warning […]

Date published: June 8, 2026

(LISTEN): Stephens College’s president praises school’s relationship with community; Dr. Lundeen also focusing on deferred maintenance

The president of historic Stephens College in Columbia says the students and the relationship between Stephens and the community have been the most meaningful parts of her job. Dr. Shannon […]

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

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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