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Three-star Georgia safety Forney commits to MU football

Sports · Columbia

Three-star Georgia safety Forney commits to MU football

60% Center coverage: 15 sources

Forney is the 10th commit in the class of 2026, and he extends Mizzou's streak of landing a recruit on Independence Day to three years.See the Story

Three-And-Out: Texas Baseball's Transfer Portal Haul, Dylan Volantis' Next Step and a Top 3 Recruiting Class

Athletics · Columbia

Three-And-Out: Texas Baseball's Transfer Portal Haul, Dylan Volantis' Next Step and a Top 3 Recruiting Class

55% Center coverage: 11 sources

In today's Three-And-Out, we assess Texas baseball's transfer portal haul, the next step for Baseball America's National Freshman of the Year Dylan Volantis as well as which prospects from Jim Schlossnagle's top-three 2025 high school recruiting class could be impact players next season.See the Story

Man Frustrated with Car Troubles Accused of Torching It in Columbia Park

Columbia, Missouri · Columbia

Man Frustrated with Car Troubles Accused of Torching It in Columbia Park

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COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) A Columbia man was arrested on Thursday after he allegedly tried to set a house on fire in June. Columbia police said in a news release that Brandon Butchkoski, 47, was arrested in connection with a fire on June 29. Police said officers responded to the 1500 block of Paris Road to assist firefighters. Investigators learned Butchkoski allegedly tried to set a single-story house on fire. Minor property damage was reported. Onl…See the Story

Man accused of throwing lit backpack on roof charged with arson

100% Center coverage: 1 sources

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) A Columbia man was charged with two felonies after he allegedly set a backpack on fire and threw it on top of a home on Paris Road last month. Brandon Butchkoski, 47, was charged on Monday with first-degree arson and drug possession. He is being held at the Boone County Jail without bond and had a hearing on Monday afternoon. Police announced Butchkoski’s arrest on Friday morning. The probable cause statement says that someo…Columbia, Missouri · Columbia See the Story

Farmland data shows shifting interest

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COLUMBIA, Mo. — While Missouri’s farmland market remains relatively stable, new survey data points to rising interest — and prices — for timberland and recreational properties. That’s one of several key takeaways from the latest Missouri Farmland Values Opinion Survey,…Columbia, Missouri · Columbia See the Story

Former MU coach Gary Pinkel arrested, accused of DWI, MSHP report shows

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COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) Former Mizzou football coach Gary Pinkel has been accused again of driving while intoxicated. A Missouri State Highway Patrol report shows that Pinkel, 73, was arrested at 11:46 p.m. Monday in Camden County. The arrest report says he was brought to the Camden County jail and was released. He was accused of a single count of DWI, the report says. He was not listed on the Camden County Jail 48-hour release roster. Pinkel previ…Columbia, Missouri · Columbia Read Article

The great okra divide – Muddy River News

COLUMBIA, Mo. — There are many gray areas in life. That’s not the case with people’s opinions about okra, said University of Missouri Extension horticulturist David Trinklein. People either love it or loathe it. Okra lovers point toward its unique flavor and many uses. Okra haters can’t see how anyone can eat something so slimy, said Trinklein. Also known as lady’s fingers, okra is a member of the Malvaceae plant family, which includes cotton, c…Columbia, Missouri · Columbia Read Article

Missouri Senate leader demands Anthem and MU Health Care reach a deal this week

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COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) A leader of the Missouri Senate said Tuesday that she wants MU Health Care to accept terms offered by insurer Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield by the end of the week. "This contract needs renewed this week," O'Laughlin wrote on Facebook. "I have contacted a few other senators to get their input and they agree; sign the contract. Yes I know that I am not on the inside nor the CEO of either but from what I’ve been told this seems…Senate · Columbia Read Article

(LISTEN): Boone Health starts process to search for strategic partner

Columbia-based Boone Health says it’s having its strongest financial performance since going independent more than four years ago. Boone Health president and chief executive officer Brady Dubois has announced that Boone Health is beginning the process to search for potential strategic partners: “What that means is you know as an independent health system, it might be some economies that can come with looking at a partnership, whether it’s with a…Columbia, Missouri · Columbia Read Article

The Problem With Feminist Misandrists

I am a feminist. I hate a lot of men. Those two things do not go hand in hand. I’ve seen countless TikToks making fun of men who listen to Clairo, or any lesbian artist who makes soft music, and it’s starting to bother me. If we want feminism, we want feminism all the way. The true definition of feminism is, “the advocacy of women’s rights on the basis of the equality of the sexes,” according to Oxford Languages. We have not won until we are al…Columbia, Missouri · Columbia Read Article

UPDATE: NWS says damaging winds and heavy rain are possible today in mid-Missouri

While the tornado threat is low, the National Weather Service (NWS) says isolated strong to severe thunderstorms are possible Tuesday afternoon and evening in Columbia, Jefferson City and mid-Missouri. The National Weather Service (NWS) says damaging winds and heavy rain are possible today and this evening in mid-Missouri (July 8, 2025 graphic courtesy of NWS St. Louis Twitter) NWS St. Louis meteorologist Lydia Jaja tells 939 the Eagle that the …Columbia, Missouri · Columbia Read Article

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