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Scott Swafford
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Senior City Editor, Columbia Missourian
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By Scott Swafford Verified, Hope Davis Verified| Columbia Missourian Verified Fifty-eight organizations submitted requests to the city of Columbia for shares of more than $25 million in American Rescue Plan Act funding. A total of 91 requests totaling $92.9 million were submitted and have been reviewed by an internal committee, according to a report that will be presented to the Columbia City Council on Monday. The committee scored 46 of the requests, totaling $31.8 million, at or above average, and those applications will be eligible to move forward.
By Erik Galicia Verified, Hannah Jiang, Stephanie Meininger, Scott Swafford Verified| Columbia Missourian Verified Don Waterman, a U.S. Navy veteran who said he wanted to bring a more conservative voice to Columbia governance, won the Fifth Ward seat on the City Council on Tuesday. Waterman defeated Gregg Bush, a registered nurse who campaigned on public safety, workforce development and affordable housing issues. Waterman received 1,908 votes, or 50.8%, to Bush's 1,850, or 49.2%. Waterman will replace Matt Pitzer, who chose not to seek a third term. Pitzer had endorsed Waterman in the race.
By Scott Swafford Verified, Hope Davis Verified| Columbia Missourian Verified Fifty-eight organizations submitted requests to the city of Columbia for shares of more than $25 million in American Rescue Plan Act funding. A total of 91 requests totaling $92.9 million were submitted and have been reviewed by an internal committee, according to a report that will be presented to the Columbia City Council on Monday. The committee scored 46 of the requests, totaling $31.8 million, at or above average, and those applications will be eligible to move forward.
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Columbia Missourian
The Columbia Missourian is a daily community newspaper and digital-first newsroom located in Columbia, Missouri. Established in 1908, it operates as part of the Missouri School of Journalism, utilizing the Missouri Method, which emphasizes hands-on learning for journalism students. These students engage in reporting, editing, and producing content under the guidance of professional editors. The newspaper focuses on local news, sports, and community events in Columbia and Boone County. It distributes content through daily print editions and various digital platforms, including a website and social media. The Columbia Missourian also collaborates with other outlets in the Missouri News Network to enhance its journalism efforts. Its mission combines delivering local news with training future journalists, making it a vital resource for both the community and aspiring media professionals.
Columbia, Missouri, United States
+1 573-882-5720
Founded: 1908