Boone County Press Room
Application Deadline Approaching for the Boone County Senior Real Estate Tax Relief Program
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The Boone County Collector of Revenue is currently accepting applications for the Boone County Senior Real Estate Tax Relief Program. Eligible Boone County taxpayers who wish to participate in the program can apply through 5 p.m. on Tuesday, June 30, 2026.
Boone County Commission to Hold Public Hearing on Proposed Ballot Issue
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On Tuesday, May 19, the Boone County Commission will hold a public hearing regarding the Boone County’s Sheriff’s request to place a 3/8 cent Prop L sales tax enhancement on the August 4 ballot to fund the construction of a new Boone County Jail. The public hearing will occur during the Commission’s regularly scheduled meeting on May 19 at 9:30 a.m. in the Boone County Commission Chambers, located inside the Roger B. Wilson Boone County Government Center at 801 E. Walnut, Columbia.
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Boone County Children's Services Board Releases 2026-2029 Strategic Plan
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The Boone County Children's Services Board has officially approved and released its 2026-2029 Strategic Plan, outlining a forward-looking framework to guide investments, strengthen governance, and enhance services for children, youth, and families across Boone County.
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911 and 311 Service Fully Restored for Boone County Joint Communications
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Lumen has repaired the fiber break that caused the earlier phone service disruption affecting external 911 and 311 calls into Boone County Joint Communications. Both 911 and 311 services have been fully restored.
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911 Phone Service Disruption Affecting Boone County Joint Communications
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Boone County Joint Communications is currently experiencing a phone service disruption affecting some external 911 calls and all external 311 calls into the communications center. Residents should continue to call 911 for emergencies. If the first call does not connect, hang up and call 911 again. Boone County 311 is currently unavailable.
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Boone County Hosts Third Annual Girls in Emergency Management Camp This Summer
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On Monday, June 1-5 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., the Boone County Office of Emergency Management will host the third annual Girls in Emergency Management (GEM) Camp. This free five-day camp is intended to empower and educate young women interested in a career in emergency management, public safety, and government.
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Severe Weather Expected Today in Boone County
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The National Weather Service (NWS) and the Boone County Office of Emergency Management continue to monitor the potential for strong to severe thunderstorms today across the region. In Boone County, storms will continue to move through into the evening hours. Possible hazards include hail, damaging winds, heavy rainfall, tornadoes, and localized flooding.
Boone County Outdoor Warning Sirens Activated
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Boone County Emergency Management staff were monitoring severe weather throughout the evening of April 26, 2026, when outdoor warning sirens were activated in response to a severe thunderstorm capable of producing tornadoes and expected to impact southern Boone County.
Severe Weather Expected Tonight in Boone County
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The National Weather Service (NWS) and the Boone County Office of Emergency Management are monitoring the potential for strong to severe thunderstorms this afternoon and evening across the region. In Boone County, storms may move through late in the afternoon and into the evening hours. Possible hazards include hail, damaging winds, heavy rainfall, tornados, and localized flooding.
Public Comment Period Open for the Draft Watershed Management Plan for Greater Bonne Femme Watershed
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The public is invited to review and submit comments about the proposed Watershed Management Plan for the Greater Bonne Femme Watershed. Comments will be accepted through 5 p.m. on June 2, 2026.