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Missouri coronavirus cases rise as stay-at-home order takes effect Missouri reported 10 more deaths from COVID-19 Sunday, even while a national database was reporting a higher number in the state. by Associated Press Published Apr. 6 2020 @ 1:05am

Report: Missouri can cushion COVID-19's impact on economy States' economies are showing the drastic effects the COVID-19 pandemic is creating, but Missouri and the federal government can cushion the long-term blow on the state's residents, according to a Missouri Budget Project report. by Joe Gamm Published Apr. 6 2020 @ 12:09am

Moniteau County records new coronavirus cases The Moniteau County Health Center confirmed the county's third and fourth cases of COVID-19 coronavirus Saturday. by Austin Hornbostel Published Apr. 5 2020 @ 6:00am

Mid-Missouri coronavirus-related event cancellations, announcements Mid-Missouri event cancellations and announcements related to the coronavirus outbreak. Published Apr. 4 2020 @ 12:05am

Missouri Gov. Parson issues statewide stay-at-home order Missouri Gov. Mike Parson has issued a statewide stay-at-home order to prevent the spread of COVID-19, to take effect next week. by Phillip Sitter Published Apr. 3 2020 @ 5:10pm

Cole County reports first COVID-19 death Cole County confirmed a 28th positive case of COVID-19 Friday. by News Tribune Published Apr. 3 2020 @ 1:00pm

Missouri coronavirus cases top 2,000 as restrictions tighten At least 27 long-term care facilities in Missouri have at least one resident or employee who has tested positive for the coronavirus, but getting more information is a challenge. by Associated Press Published Apr. 3 2020 @ 10:50am

California extends school closure through May 4 California public schools will remain closed until May 4. by Austin Hornbostel Published Apr. 3 2020 @ 10:40am

Mid-Missouri coronavirus-related school closings, announcements The following are Mid-Missouri school cancellations and announcements related to the coronavirus outbreak. Published Apr. 3 2020 @ 12:05am

2 arrested following pursuit Two people were arrested Wednesday following a pursuit with law officers ending in Moniteau County. Published Apr. 2 2020 @ 5:56am

St. Mary's hospitals seek donations as pandemic deepens As the coronavirus spreads through Central Missouri, SSM Health St. Mary's hospitals in Jefferson City and Mexico are trying to stock up on in-demand supplies. by Joe Gamm Published Apr. 2 2020 @ 12:55am

Subsidized child care to receive payments The Missouri Department of Social Services is making additional changes to support Child Care Subsidy Program providers during the COVID-19 pandemic. by News Tribune Published Apr. 2 2020 @ 12:00am

2 children injured in Tuesday crash Two children from California were injured in a one-vehicle crash Tuesday night in Moniteau County.Missouri Highway Patrol reports show the crash occurred at 8:45 p. by News Tribune Published Apr. 2 2020 @ 12:00am

Social Security, Supplemental Security Income payments to continue Social Security and Supplemental Security Income benefit payments will continue to be paid on time during the COVID-19 pandemic. by News Tribune Published Apr. 2 2020 @ 12:00am

Missouri faces $500M+ budget shortfall, $180 million spending restriction A $180 million spending restriction in Missouri's budget due to the COVID-19 pandemic will affect at least five state departments. by Phillip Sitter Published Apr. 1 2020 @ 6:40pm

Missouri coronavirus cases spike; unclear if it's a hot spot Coronavirus cases in Missouri are rising at an alarming rate, but health experts said Wednesday it's too soon to know if the state is emerging as one of the next hot spots for the pandemic. by JIM SALTER and HEATHER HOLLINGSWORTH, Associated Press Published Apr. 1 2020 @ 3:31pm

Local Catholic schools to stay closed through April 30 Bishop Shawn McKnight issued a formal decree which restricts public gatherings to help curb the spread of COVID-19. by Layne Stracener Published Apr. 1 2020 @ 11:00am

Number of Missouri COVID-19 cases jumps by nearly 300 The number of confirmed coronavirus cases in Missouri jumped by nearly 300 on Tuesday, as calls for a statewide stay-at-home mandate increased. by JIM SALTER and HEATHER HOLLINGSWORTH, Associated Press Published Apr. 1 2020 @ 5:20am

Burgers' Smokehouse responds to COVID-19 Burgers' Smokehouse has closed the doors to its Factory Country Store until May 4 in light of the coronavirus pandemic, but the factory will remain open for business as usual. by Paula Tredway Published Apr. 1 2020 @ 12:05am

Daycare providers stay the course amid pandemic As cases of coronavirus continue to spread in Mid-Missouri, most of California's child care centers are open and are taking preventative measures to ensure their children's and employees' safety. by Paula Tredway Published Apr. 1 2020 @ 12:05am

California facilities aim to protect seniors from pandemic The ripple effect of coronavirus on Mid-Missouri's senior population has been one of the quickest products of its already rapid spread. by Austin Hornbostel Published Apr. 1 2020 @ 12:05am

More Missourians seeking mental health help amid COVID-19 fears As Missourians deal with the effects of social distancing and job loss driven by the new coronavirus, mental health crisis centers and hotlines said more people are calling for help. by Brendan Crowley, For the Democrat Published Apr. 1 2020 @ 12:05am

4-H goes digital With schools closing around the area and social distancing being recommended nationwide, Missouri 4-H has decided to offer virtual learning activities to all youth. by Paula Tredway Published Apr. 1 2020 @ 12:05am