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The city of Columbia, Boone County and University of Missouri have been operating on an expired joint stormwater permit amid a grace period.

In its notice to parents, district officials said water filters were being installed to remove PFAS and that the district is contracting a long-term water quality study.

Settlement payments from chemical companies are helping cities pay for expensive PFAS removal technology. But local leaders say the dollars often fall short of covering the full costs to clean up drinking water.

After rejecting a $40 million bond issue for sewer improvements in 2024, Ashland residents may have to pay substantially more money for their wastewater.

The city of Columbia is inviting residents to provide their perspective on proposed water rate structural changes, and the proposed 2026 city budget at the next City Council meeting on Aug. 4.

The Water Utility attributed the discolored water to upgrades at the McBaine Water Treatment Plant.

35% of customers could see significant increases in water utility rates, while 65% may see slight decreases.

The Maries County town has until 2029 to reduce levels of PFOS that were found in a sample of its drinking water.

The current drought alert has been in effect since October and is set to expire at the end of March.

One letter cites a lack of “fitness or qualification” as the reason for termination – despite positive performance reviews. The letters also contained inaccuracies and inconsistencies about the employee and their job.