The latest local news, weather and high school sports in and around Columbia and Jefferson City

Monday, August 27, 2012  This summer's exceptional drought across the Midwest has taken a toll on a bur oak tree that has survived an estimated 350 years in central Missouri.

Tuesday, July 24, 2012  Governor Nixon is headed to Audrain County Tuesday to announce a new program to help farmers get more water for their livestock and crops.

Monday, July 23, 2012  Fair goers urged to stay cool, hydrated in the heat

Tuesday, July 17, 2012  Three more heat deaths have been confirmed in St. Louis, bringing the total from the summer heat wave to 17 in the city.

Thursday, July 12, 2012  The St. Louis-area death toll from the heat continues to rise.

Thursday, June 21, 2012  Another day of high heat in the 90s expected for Northeast, after record-breaking 1st day

Tuesday, August 02, 2011  Most schools throughout Mid-Missouri have air conditioning, but there are a few that don't.

Sunday, July 31, 2011  The temperatures are still sky rocketing in mid Missouri and the heat's not only taken a toll on our pets, gardens and lawns but also on our cars.

Wednesday, July 20, 2011