The 1st day of classes at Columbia Public Schools is August 20. Superintendent Dr. Brian Yearwood and Board member Blake Willoughby discuss Fall attendance, the new weapons detection system at the high schools, and the new cellphone procedures for students.

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The comedy "Noises Off" has been called “the funniest farce ever written.” Find out for yourself as Arrow Rock Lyceum Theatre kicks off it's production of the 'play-within-a-play' this weekend. Artistic Director Quin Gresham explains what audiences can expect.

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Columbia 2nd Ward councilperson Lisa Meyer discusses various aspects relating to the proposed City Budget, the benefits of signing up to the city's civic academy, and what it's been like so far serving on the city council.

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State Senator Mary Elizabeth Coleman is running to become Missouri's next Secretary of State. She hopes to advance a conservative agenda focused on election security and protecting the state's abortion ban.

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State Representative Adam Schwadron is among the 8 GOP candidates running for Secretary of State. The St. Louis County native is advocating for election security, supporting small businesses, and is pro-life. The August primary is Tuesday.

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The Ultimate Parents Guide to Youth Mental Health Summit is Saturday at Columbia's Community United Methodist Church. Organizer Tanya Heath says the event aims to equip parents with coping skills to help kids deal with trauma.

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Secretary of State GOP candidate Jamie Corley stands out among the pack with her supporting abortion access. Her platform also includes maintaining secure elections, and protecting the initiative petition process. Learn more about the candidate in this visit with David.

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The race for Boone County Sheriff sees a rematch in 2024, but with a major difference... challenger Charles Blair is running as a Democrat this time. What are his top issues? What are his criticisms of the current Sheriff? The August primary is right around the corner.

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Boone County Sheriff Dwayne Carey is running for reelection again. He initially ran for sheriff in 2004 and won, and has been reelected since. Why is he motivated to keep running? An informative visit with Mark Mills in this podcast from the show.

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Don't miss the musical comedy fun of Dolly Parton's 9 to 5, the next production gracing the stage of Maplewood Barn Theatre. Director Marvin Byas says the cast and crew are excited to perform the workplace revenge farce. Shows start Thursday. Tickets are available!

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