Students work jobs to save money, evade boredom; responsibilities affect online learning
RBHS students describe how the coronavirus pandemic is affecting their work hours and income, as well as how it is changing their role in the...
COVID-19 Contagion
First day of online learning sparks discussions of academic equality
In accordance with Boone County Health Department’s social distancing guidelines, Columbia Public School (CPS) students began their first day of online learning using virtual study...
Students share initial thoughts on online education
In the midst of the coronavirus pandemic, junior Parker Boone shares his thoughts and reflects on Columbia Public Schools' switch to online learning....
Students sew surgical masks to donate to healthcare facility amidst the COVID-19 pandemic
As a result of the COVID-19 epidemic, there has been a shortage of personal protective equipment (PPE), such as surgical masks, gowns and face guards....
Local places of worship cancel, adjust services
At least 25 places of worship in Columbia, MO announced on their online websites that they postponed services due to the health and safety concerns...
COVID-19 halts multiple sports seasons
The Missouri State High School Activities Association canceled the remainder of the Class 4 and Class 5 state basketball tournaments and suspended the spring sports...
COVID-19 misinformation fuels racist sentiments and reactions
Students respond to the COVID-19 outbreak and discuss the racism surrounding the pandemic....
Speedo Region VIII Sectionals canceled because of COVID-19 health concerns
Junior Turner DeArmond's swim season was supposed to culminate the Speedo Region VIII Sectionals March 12-15, but COVID-19 health concerns cut it short....