Annabella Bailey

University of Missouri Journalism / Reporter for @KOMUnews

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After Kaitlyn Anderson was fatally struck by a car while working for MoDOT, her family decided not to cancel her baby shower. Instead, they are using it to collect donations for struggling mothers.
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One person and one dog were inside the home and both are now safe. At this time they are unsure of what caused the fire or how much damage has been done.

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BREAKING: Firefighters responded to a house fire at 7:47 pm. @KOMUnews

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10 fire units and 1 medic responded to the call. The first fire unit was here at 7:50 pm.

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Doolittle's Director of Marketing Kyle Caraway is excited for some relief. "We get to forge ahead, and it means that everybody else that would have been affected by the vaccine mandate, like Doolittle trailers, also gets to forge ahead. So this is a good thing," Caraway said.

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Today a federal judge blocked President Joe Biden’s administration from enforcing a COVID-19 vaccine mandate for employees of federal contractors. @KOMUnews

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Local businesses such as Doolittle Trailer Manufacturing say this halt is a relief for the many challenges that the pandemic has brought.

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The Boone County Fire Protection District says it is important to have a clear area, a water source and to never leave your fire unattended when burning.

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As winter approaches, many people are looking for ways to dispose of their yard waste. @KOMUnews

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To be granted a permit, you must meet the guidelines listed on https://t.co/SXG2CvW6iM.

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Over $900 has been raised, and the donations are still pouring in. Find out where to donate tonight at 9&10!

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On Sunday, a stray dog was rescued that has drawn a lot of attention from the community through social media. @KOMUnews

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"They kept coming and coming and coming and I just couldn't believe how generous people are being. That is just so awesome," Opperman said.

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Grace Crosby is a senior at MU's College of Education & Human Development. Crosby subs at schools in the Columbia area about once a week.

Hear more about her experience on KOMU 8 News at 9 and 10.
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The Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) on Tuesday asked for changes to training requirements for substitute teachers.

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The Missouri State Capitol is lit purple tonight to raise awareness for Missourians impacted by Alzheimer’s disease. Today @bellabailey44 and I went to Jefferson City to talk with coordinators of Alzheimer’s Awareness Day. They decorated downtown with flower pinwheels. @KOMUnews