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

Thursday, May 16, 2013  Superintendent of Schools Randall Williams said 70 out of 247 children from the elementary school  were absent Wednesday.

Friday, March 29, 2013  [Video added] Community members voiced their concerns over the possible dismissal of four Maries R-II middle school teachers at a school board meeting Thursday night.

Saturday, February 16, 2013  Parents, faculty and school board members met at Iberia High School Saturday afternoon for a special board meeting.

Monday, February 04, 2013  Law enforcement officers will be at schools in Bolivar after someone shot at doors at the city's high school.

Friday, February 01, 2013  It was announced Friday that Roy Kramme will serve as interim superintendent until further notice

Wednesday, January 30, 2013  The proposal is the brainchild of Sheriff Chris Heitman.

Friday, January 11, 2013  He said any teacher that brings a gun on campus would be fired on the spot.

Thursday, January 10, 2013  Superintendent Janet Robinson urges an indefinite police presence at the district's schools to allay fears.

Thursday, January 03, 2013  School leaders are considering another ballot issue to improve their district’s infrastructure.

Tuesday, October 09, 2012  Columbia Public School Superintendent Dr. Chris Belcher supports higher cigarette taxes in Missouri since 50% of the generated revenue would go to Missouri Public Schools.

Monday, October 08, 2012  Columbia School Superintendent Chris Belcher cancelled this year’s homecoming parade for Hickman and Rock Bridge High Schools because of road construction in Downtown Columbia.

Tuesday, June 19, 2012  Some pretty serious accusations are being thrown around in the Southern Boone School District.When Assistant Superintendent Carolyn Deffenbaugh resigned she submitted a seven page resignation letter.

Monday, June 18, 2012  The resignation of an assistant superintendent has allegations of bias and corruption are being tossed around.

Tuesday, May 22, 2012  Chicago Police Department praised by many for handling of NATO summit protests

Monday, April 09, 2012  Good news Monday night for some of the Columbia School Districts lowest paid workers.