City Manager De’Carlon Seewood says the 2nd Community Summit was another success. Last year’s event helped lead to flights to Charlotte at COU becoming a reality. Replacing Fire Station #5, and the city’s new communications department are also discussed.

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Boone County Sheriff Dwayne Carey discusses the increased use of AI in scams targeting residents. His recorded voice has been manipulated in one such case. Speaking of technology, the Sheriff hopes to expand the department’s number and use of drones.

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This evening the City Council considers a contract with American Airlines to authorize flights to Charlotte. Mayor Buffaloe previews tonight’s agenda, which also includes consideration of several improvements to Columbia Regional Airport. Amendments to define zoning restrictions on data centers will also be introduced.

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A look at Monday’s CPS Board meeting with Superintendent Dr. Jeff Klein and member Erica Dickson. Expanding the school resource officer program, a changing landscape for district grants and investments, and details about the “Portrait of a Graduate” program.

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The status of a dedicated downtown unit, Policing TrueFalse, and placing unarmed “security advisors” in the District are addressed in this informative talk with Columbia Police Chief Jill Schlude.

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The University of Missouri Ag Systems Technology Club will conduct its yearly Lawnmower Clinics in March and April. For $50 you can get your Push Mower tuned-up...including power wash, oil change, and spark plug replacement. Club President Austin Wilson says it also serves as a fundraiser for the group.

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Columbia’s Mayor Barbara Buffaloe says a proposed 1% sales tax dedicated to police and fire department funding is under discussion. The city is also deciding between transmission line options for the southern part of town.

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The Columbia School Board met Monday and discussed Employee Insurance Rates, Parents as Teachers Success, and a new designation for Two Mile Prairie Elementary. A visit with Superintendent Jeff Klein and board member Suzette Waters

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Police Chief Jill Schlude talks about the pedestrian safety ordinance passed by city council this week, more teens carrying guns, and honking our horns as a means of protest.

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January is Cervical Cancer Awareness Month. Dr. Mark Hunter with MU Health Care discusses the signs to look for and treatment options, when someone should see a doctor, and places a special emphasis on how preventable the disease is.

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