BREAKING News
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Mexico to Unveil First Public Mural in Historic Ceremony
Historic art is coming to downtown Mexico this Friday as the city unveils its first public mural in The Square District. The signing ceremony begins at 11:30 a.m. outside Tiger Pawn on the west side of the Graphitti building. The mural, created by Missouri Artist of the Year Ray Harvey, is part of a statewide…
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Missouri Task Force 1 Opens 2027 Recruit Applications
Missouri Task Force 1 is now accepting applications for its 2027 recruit class. According to the Boone County Fire Protection District, interested applicants must submit their applications and certifications by July 31st. Officials say candidates should begin gathering certifications, updating resumes and training records, and securing letters of recommendation ahead of the deadline. Applicants must…
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Arrest Made in Vandiver Drive Shots-Fired Case
Columbia police have made an arrest in connection to a shots-fired call from April 26th on Vandiver Drive. Authorities say 19-year-old D’Monte Lee of Jefferson City was arrested Thursday and faces charges of armed criminal action and unlawful use of a weapon. The incident happened in the 900 block of Vandiver Drive, but police say…
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Columbia Teen Certified as Adult in Mall Shooting Case
A Columbia teen has been certified to be tried as an adult yesterday in Boone County Court in connection to a shooting near the Columbia Mall in January. Darius Lamb is being jailed without bond. He was 17 at the time of the incident, but has since turned 18. Lamb is charged with vehicle hijacking,…
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Providence Road Bridge Closure Begins in Columbia
Major traffic changes begin in Columbia this weekend as the Providence Road bridge over I-70 closes at 9am this morning for demolition and reconstruction. The closure is expected to last about five months as part of MoDOT’s interstate expansion project. During demolition through Sunday, traffic on I-70 near Exit 126 will be reduced to one…
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Investigation Underway Following Trooper Death in Callaway County
An investigation is underway in Callaway County following the death of a Missouri State Highway Patrol trooper. According to the Highway Patrol, no foul play is suspected and there is no danger to the public. The Callaway County Sheriff’s Office began the investigation after receiving a 911 call just before 3 p.m. Thursday on Callaway…
Audrain County News
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Mexico to Unveil First Public Mural in Historic Ceremony
Historic art is coming to downtown Mexico this Friday as the city unveils its first public mural in The Square District. The signing ceremony begins at 11:30 a.m. outside Tiger Pawn on the west side of the Graphitti building. The mural, created by Missouri Artist of the Year Ray Harvey, is part of a statewide…
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Orchard Farm overpowers Mexico in Class 4 Quarterfinals
The Orchard Farm eagles are headed back to the Final Four for the first time since claiming the Class 3 State Championship in 2012. The 2026 team overpowered Mexico 13-3, with two monster innings Thursday night in Class 4 Quarterfinal action, to advance to Ozark for a chance at a state title. Mexico opened the…
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Mexico Man Sentenced for Illegal Gun Possession
A Mexico man has been sentenced in federal court after being a felon in possession of a firearm. 27-year-old Frank Gray IV pleaded guilty in June of 2025 to possessing a glock handgun in Columbia. Gray was arrested in this case in 2024, after getting into a fight in downtown Columbia where he and another…
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Mexico Senior Center Hosts Lunch-and-Learn
The Mexico Activity and Nutrition Center will be hosting a Lunch-and-Learn, with a Speical Guest! Administrator Ione Bickel explains the guest is an important one: N-5-28-26-H1 the Senior center is also making it easy for anyone to attend : N-5-28-26-H2
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Mural Ceremony to Take Place in Mexico Friday
Mainstreet Mexico and the Mexico Area Chamber of Commerce will host a Signing Ceremony for the first mural in The Square District at 11:30 a.m. on Friday, May 29, at Graphitti, 224 West Promenade, on the west side of the building. This will be the district’s first public mural and will celebrate America’s 250th anniversary.…
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Kansas City Man Arrested in Audrain County
One man is behind bars in Audrain county after a chase on Highway 54 on Saturday. 29-year-old Tyrell Bryant of Kansas City reportedly led a pursuit from authorities at over 100 miles per hour before eventually coming to a stop. Upon stopping him, authorities found two loaded firearms in his vehicle. Bryant mentioned that he…
Latest Sports
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Mexico Scholar Bowl Set to Begin National Campaign
After their recent win the NCMC championship, the Mexico Scholar Bowl Team finished their final preparation for their National Tournament campaign. The Bulldog team qualified for the big dance back in January by finishing third in the tournament at State Fair Community College, and is one of 320 teams teams competing. Mexico may face familiar…
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Mexico claims District Baseball Title
The Mexico Bulldogs claimed their first District Championship in 12 years Wednesday when they beat Fulton 3-2. The Dawgs allowed a run in the top of the 7th to tie the score at 2-2, and then got a leadoff single from Gatlin Denham, and a one-out single against a drawn in infield from Colton Dickey…
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Morning Sports
In Highschool Baseball The Mexico Bulldogs battled through a wet and soggy Monday night in Mexico and came away with a 3-2 victory over the Winfield Warriors in the opening round of district baseball play. Mexico ace Brady Fox turned in a complete-game performance on the mound for the Bulldogs, recording all 21 outs while…
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Morning Sports
in College Softball Mizzou softball (20-18, 4-5 SEC) took home an 8-5 road victory over Missouri State (15-18, 4-8 CUSA) last night, in Springfield. Freshman Abby Carr threw 4.0 innings in a start, while going 3-4 from the plate with two RBIs. She was also named SEC freshman of the Week. Senior Courtney Donahue recorded…
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Morning Sports
IN THE NHL the St. Louis blues fell to the San Jose Sharks 5-4 Adam Gaudette scored the game-winning goal with just 21 seconds remaining in regulation to snap the Blues’ three-game winning streak. in MLB The Kansas City Royals defeated the Minnesota Twins 3–1 in their home opener Kyle Isbel (KC): Hit a two-run…
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Mexico and Moberly both pick up wins in baseball
IN HIGH SCHOOL BASEBALL Mexico picked up an 11-1 win over Eldon on Friday. Eldon scored first in the top of the first, but Mexico came back with 11 unaanswered runs. It started with a Kaden Benne walk to force in a run to tie the score after one. The Bulldogs took control in the…
