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Wine and Food Festival - May 14-19Come enjoy all of the events this year's Wine and Food Festival has to offer including: the Wine and Art event, Wine Dinners, The Great Tasting, and the Sip and Stroll. Click here for more details! |
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Spring Into Action - May 22Friends of the Voluntary Action Center are once again preparing to Spring Into Action to recognize a few of the area’s outstanding volunteers and to raise funds for VAC. Click here to find out more! |
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Tee Up for Families Golf Classic - May 31Come to the Family Counseling Center's annual fundraiser, the "Tee Up For Families" Golf Classic. Your support will help the families of Mid-Missouri continue to receive the therapy and treatment they need to improve the quality of their lives. Click here to learn all the details! |
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Roast of Vicki Russell - May 31The Bank of Missouri presents the Roast of Vicki Russell, a night of good fun to benefit the Alzheimer's Association. Click here for more details! |
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Columbia Mornings with David Lile
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The KFRU Heritage SeriesThe KFRU 1400 Heritage Series takes a deep look into the history of Columbia and Boone County. Click here to listen to the past shows! |
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MAMTEK bill revived in senate, goes to house with tax credit changes
The MAMTEK bill that was on the endangered list in the state senate last night because of an unwelcome amendment, has been resurrected with several changes and has been sent back to the House. The bill requires communities and the economic development department to do a better job of researching companies that want communities to [...]
The MAMTEK bill that was on the endangered list in the state senate last night because of an unwelcome amendment, has been resurrected with several changes and has been sent back to the House. The bill requires communities and the economic development department to do a better job of researching companies that want communities to [...]
St. Louis state representative thrown off primary ballot
A state representative running for a Missouri Senate seat has been thrown off the August primary ballot. A judge in St. Louis says Representative Jamilla Nasheed is not a legal resident of the district now represented by Senator Robin Wright-Jones. Nasheed, who lives outside the boundaries of the newly-drawn district, had said she would move [...]
A state representative running for a Missouri Senate seat has been thrown off the August primary ballot. A judge in St. Louis says Representative Jamilla Nasheed is not a legal resident of the district now represented by Senator Robin Wright-Jones. Nasheed, who lives outside the boundaries of the newly-drawn district, had said she would move [...]
Armadillos migrating north, but numbers are expected to remain low (AUDIO)
Armadillos have been creeping North in Missouri and their only predators are cars. However, the Department of Conservation says they’re not a threat, and their numbers aren’t expected to get out of control. They’re odd little creatures, akin to sloths and anteaters. Possum on the half shell, some Missourians like to call them. The nine-banded [...]
Armadillos have been creeping North in Missouri and their only predators are cars. However, the Department of Conservation says they’re not a threat, and their numbers aren’t expected to get out of control. They’re odd little creatures, akin to sloths and anteaters. Possum on the half shell, some Missourians like to call them. The nine-banded [...]
Scammers target Ameren customers in Missouri, Illinois
Ameren officials are warning customers to keep their personal information under tight wraps. Apparently scammers are targeting Ameren customers in Missouri and Illinois in effort to today issued a statement that a scam is impacting Ameren customers in Illinois and Missouri in an effort to get their Social Security numbers. The scam claims President Obama [...]
Ameren officials are warning customers to keep their personal information under tight wraps. Apparently scammers are targeting Ameren customers in Missouri and Illinois in effort to today issued a statement that a scam is impacting Ameren customers in Illinois and Missouri in an effort to get their Social Security numbers. The scam claims President Obama [...]
Fallen firefighters to be honored in Kingdom City
Missouri’s fallen firefighters will be remembered during two services at the Fire Fighters Memorial of Missouri in Kingdom City on May 19 and 20. On Saturday, May 19, a candlelight vigil in honor of all Missouri firefighters who have died while serving their communities throughout the state will be held at the Fire Fighters Memorial. [...]
Missouri’s fallen firefighters will be remembered during two services at the Fire Fighters Memorial of Missouri in Kingdom City on May 19 and 20. On Saturday, May 19, a candlelight vigil in honor of all Missouri firefighters who have died while serving their communities throughout the state will be held at the Fire Fighters Memorial. [...]
Columbia Daily Tribune
Senate sends jayhawk plate issue to Nixon
Gov. Jay Nixon will decide whether the University of Kansas Jayhawk will adorn a Missouri license plate.
Gov. Jay Nixon will decide whether the University of Kansas Jayhawk will adorn a Missouri license plate.
Senate OKs bill on tax credits cap
The Missouri Senate on Wednesday passed a bill to put new limits on historic tax credits and create a program to promote athletic events in a move supporters said was the best deal available to find savings in business giveaway programs.
The Missouri Senate on Wednesday passed a bill to put new limits on historic tax credits and create a program to promote athletic events in a move supporters said was the best deal available to find savings in business giveaway programs.
150 YEARS AGO: William Royall commands company with McClellan's army
COLUMBIA — Capt. William Royall of Columbia was commanding a company of the 5th U.S. Cavalry with Maj. Gen. George McClellan's Army of the Potomac, the Columbia Missouri Statesman reported.
COLUMBIA — Capt. William Royall of Columbia was commanding a company of the 5th U.S. Cavalry with Maj. Gen. George McClellan's Army of the Potomac, the Columbia Missouri Statesman reported.
Bill broadened to carry changes to criminal codes
JEFFERSON CITY — A bill that began as an effort to help Centralia buy law enforcement equipment will face final floor votes carrying changes to the state sex offender registry and the way state law deals with crack compared to powder cocaine.
JEFFERSON CITY — A bill that began as an effort to help Centralia buy law enforcement equipment will face final floor votes carrying changes to the state sex offender registry and the way state law deals with crack compared to powder cocaine.
Education reform expert speaks to teachers at MU
America's educational system is broken and discourages individuality when schools ought to be promoting creativity and originality, an author and professor emeritus told a group of Missouri educators Tuesday.
America's educational system is broken and discourages individuality when schools ought to be promoting creativity and originality, an author and professor emeritus told a group of Missouri educators Tuesday.
ABC News
'Idol' Recap: Top 3 Sing Judges' Picks
“American Idol”‘s final three contestants — Phillip Phillips, Joshua Ledet and Jessica Sanchez — faced off against each other Wednesday night in an epic battle that saw them each perform three numbers: one they chose themselves, one chosen by the judges and one chosen by...
“American Idol”‘s final three contestants — Phillip Phillips, Joshua Ledet and Jessica Sanchez — faced off against each other Wednesday night in an epic battle that saw them each perform three numbers: one they chose themselves, one chosen by the judges and one chosen by...
Skechers to Pay $40 Million Over Butt Toning Claims, Ads
Skechers advertised that its toning shoes would help people lose weight, build muscle and get in shape without going to the gym, claims that will now cost the company millions of dollars.
Skechers advertised that its toning shoes would help people lose weight, build muscle and get in shape without going to the gym, claims that will now cost the company millions of dollars.
Crews Try to Hold Back Ariz. Blaze
Crews working to prevent Arizona blaze from crossing fire line by mountain town.
Crews working to prevent Arizona blaze from crossing fire line by mountain town.
Photos: Community Struggles With Poverty Rate Twice The National Average
Utica, N.Y., formerly was a manufacturing hub.
Utica, N.Y., formerly was a manufacturing hub.
ESPN News
Jays' Lawrie banned 4 games; plans to appeal
Brett Lawrie of the Toronto Blue Jays has been suspended for four games by Major League Baseball after he threw his batting helmet and it bounced off an umpire.
Brett Lawrie of the Toronto Blue Jays has been suspended for four games by Major League Baseball after he threw his batting helmet and it bounced off an umpire.Devils rebound, edge Rangers to tie series at 1
David Clarkson's deflected goal 2:31 into the third period snapped a tie and lifted the New Jersey Devils to a 3-2 victory over the New York Rangers that evened the Eastern Conference finals at one game apiece on Wednesday night.
David Clarkson's deflected goal 2:31 into the third period snapped a tie and lifted the New Jersey Devils to a 3-2 victory over the New York Rangers that evened the Eastern Conference finals at one game apiece on Wednesday night.Thunder rally late to edge Lakers, lead 2-0
Kevin Durant scored 22 points, including the go-ahead basket with 18 seconds left, and the Oklahoma City Thunder scored rallied for a 77-75 victory over the Los Angeles Lakers in Game 2 of the Western Conference semifinals Wednesday night.
Kevin Durant scored 22 points, including the go-ahead basket with 18 seconds left, and the Oklahoma City Thunder scored rallied for a 77-75 victory over the Los Angeles Lakers in Game 2 of the Western Conference semifinals Wednesday night.Garnett, Celtics rout 76ers, take 2-1 series lead
Kevin Garnett scored 27 points, grabbed 13 rebounds, and used a dominant second quarter to help the Boston Celtics beat the Philadelphia 76ers 107-91 on Wednesday night and take a 2-1 lead in the Eastern Conference semifinals.
Kevin Garnett scored 27 points, grabbed 13 rebounds, and used a dominant second quarter to help the Boston Celtics beat the Philadelphia 76ers 107-91 on Wednesday night and take a 2-1 lead in the Eastern Conference semifinals.Champion Giants unveil Super Bowl XLVI ring
The New York Giants unveiled their Super Bowl XLVI ring Wednesday, which also pays homage to all four of the franchise's championship teams.
The New York Giants unveiled their Super Bowl XLVI ring Wednesday, which also pays homage to all four of the franchise's championship teams.KFRU Programs & Sports