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Although winters are becoming less severe as the climate changes, experts say extreme weather events like major snowstorms are an important reminder that snow shoveling can increase the risk of heart attacks.

Drivers drove trucks on their designated routes across Columbia to help familiarize themselves with the routes.

The Columbia Public Works department is currently operating at a 10 percent vacancy, with 4 open positions for plow operators.

KOMU 8 News reported shortages in 2020, 2021 and 2022, and the department says it's still short staffed in 2023.

With winter fast approaching, the city of Columbia wants to make sure its residents are ready for the first snow. The city of Columbia will host its first…