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Coronavirus claims 10th Missouri victim as cases increase
O'FALLON, Mo. (AP) — The death of a person in St. Charles County from the coronavirus is the 10th in Missouri, and as the number of confirmed cases escalates, some of the state's biggest hospitals are being forced to "examine what all our options are" to maintain enough protective equipment.
by Associated Press
Published Mar. 28 2020 @ 4:02pm
Cole County to invoke stay-at-home order in response to COVID-19 pandemic
Effective 5 p.m. Saturday, the Cole County Health Department is issuing a stay-at-home order in response to the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, department Director Kristi Campbell announced Friday night.
by Joe Gamm
Published Mar. 27 2020 @ 7:00pm
Tornado Watch lifted for Mid-Missouri
UPDATE: The Tornado Watch issued Saturday afternoon has been canceled for Mid-Missouri.
Published Mar. 28 2020 @ 8:00pm
One hail of a night: Jefferson City hit with large hail storm
Hail up to 3 inches in diameter, according to the National Weather Service, caused damage to vehicles and buildings Friday night in Jefferson City, primarily on the west side of town.
by Emily Cole
Published Mar. 28 2020 @ 3:16pm
Top Mid-Missouri news about COVID-19
As news about the novel coronavirus continues to evolve, the News Tribune wants to ensure the community is up-to-date. You can find links to local event announcements, business closings and changes, and news articles about COVID-19 here.
Published Mar. 28 2020 @ 12:05am
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Projecting the upcoming NFL schedule
Beside the draft, the other big event on April's NFL calendar is the release of the regular-season schedule.
by Associated Press
Published Mar. 28 2020 @ 9:30pm
IndyCar goes iRacing as latest series to offer fans content
The walk to the starting grid for Tony Kanaan began in his Indianapolis kitchen, through the foyer, past the trophy case, up the stairs, down the hall, through the master bedroom, master bathroom and finally into the closet.
by Associated Press
Published Mar. 28 2020 @ 9:30pm
During athletic shutdown, Lincoln searches for women's basketball coach
It's not the easiest of times to be searching for a basketball coach, but that's what Lincoln University is currently tasked to do.
by Greg Jackson
Published Mar. 28 2020 @ 9:29pm
Local News
Tebbetts community comes together for birthday celebration
Tebbetts resident Lois Bess couldn't have a traditional party for her 90th birthday due to social distancing — but that didn't stop the celebration.
by Layne Stracener
Published Mar. 28 2020 @ 6:07pm
Callaway County health officials announce non-WWU COVID-19 cases
Five new cases of COVID-19 — including some not associated with William Woods University — have emerged in Callaway County.
by Helen Wilbers
& Olivia Garrett
Published Mar. 28 2020 @ 3:41pm
Opinion
Perspective: CARES Act not perfect, but needed
There is no shortage of commentary and media reports on the ongoing pandemic that has confined many of us to our homes and restricted most of our day-to-day to interactions.
by U.S. Rep. Blaine Luetkemeyer, R-Mo.
Published Mar. 28 2020 @ 12:05am
Our Opinion: Especially now, remember who feeds us
After you finish helping clear the shelves of the remaining produce at your local grocery store, take time to remember who feeds us.
by News Tribune
Published Mar. 28 2020 @ 12:05am
Your Opinion: Good news amid the disappointments
Mel KallalJefferson CityDear Editor:Amid all the disappointments of the last few days: A thank you to at least one area health provider where all entrances were staffed with screeners who patiently recorded patient health information and inquired about my travel history.
Published Mar. 28 2020 @ 12:05am
Sports
Driftwood Outdoors column: Time spent outdoors is the answer for isolation
Being a hunter and angler has many advantages. Yet, I never thought preparedness for isolation from my fellow Americans was one of them.
by Brandon Butler
Published Mar. 28 2020 @ 9:26pm
MLB players to keep service time in deal
Players agreed to a deal with Major League Baseball that would preserve service time in the event this season is canceled because of the coronavirus pandemic, but left open details of what a configured schedule would look like.
by Associated Press
Published Mar. 28 2020 @ 12:25am
Features
Recording Registry adds 'Wichita Lineman,' album by Dr. Dre
Dr. Dre's classic debut rap album "The Chronic," Selena's sophomore release "Ven Conmigo" and the worldwide disco hit "Y.M.C.A." by the Village People are among 25 recordings being inducted to the National Recording Registry.
by Associated Press
Published Mar. 26 2020 @ 12:05am
Valeria Luiselli's 'Lost Children Archive' wins Folio Prize
Mexican writer Valeria Luiselli's novel "Lost Children Archive" won the Rathbones Folio Prize for literature Monday at a ceremony held online because of the coronavirus pandemic.
by Associated Press
Published Mar. 25 2020 @ 12:05am
TCM is bringing its classic film festival to your home
The folks at Turner Classic Movies had just decided they'd have to cancel their annual classic film festival when their general manager had an idea: What if they could do something else in recognition of the lost weekend?"It felt greedy to say, 'Well why don't we do this whole other thing?'" said Pola Changnon, the network's general manager.
by Associated Press
Published Mar. 25 2020 @ 12:05am
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