COVID-19

As COVID-19 rapidly spreads across the country and Mid-Missouri, many businesses have had to make tough decisions. For some, that has meant lay-offs.  But not all are reducing the workforce.

The Seniors of the Class of 2020 have had so much taken away: proms, sporting events, club activities and even graduations. lift their spirits with a Y107 Senior Shoutout!

Thank You for your super generous donations yesterday during Fill the Foodbank! You have helped out in big ways to keep Mid-Mo fed.  What you may not have known, was MIZZOU Alum Chase Daniel had partnered with the Food Bank to match their donations up to $25k, with hopes of raising about $50k.  As we were getting underway yesterday, we learned that total …

The stay at home order is lifting on Monday. However, it won’t be business as usual, as new precautions will be taken. Many are worried of a resurgence of Coronavirus cases. So what are the real COVID-19 symptoms? I have to admit, I’ve googled this many times.  Especially with allergies setting in. Is it in my head? Do I need …

More recoveries from COVID-19 have been reported in Boone County. 63 of the 72 confirmed cases in Boone have now recovered, with one death. Columbia Mayor Brian Treece said at a news conference Wednesday that means the social distancing measures are working. Cole County is at 35 positives, with 16 recovered. Callaway County has 19 cases and 13 recovered. One …

Food Bank Director Lindsay Lopez talks about how you can get the help you may need and also how easy it is to start a virtual food drive!

With his first statewide social distancing order set to expire, Governor Parson ups the ante. He’s implementing a new stay-at-home order statewide from just after midnight Monday, April 6th until just before midnight on Friday, April 24th. All residents are to stay at home except to access essentials like food, healthcare or outdoor exercise, and avoid social gatherings of more …

Coronavirus has brought out many questions and concerns as the economy changes. Do you know where to go or what to do if you get laid off? What bills do you have to pay when the money gets tight? What kind of relief is there?  We hope the following serves as an easy go-to resource to help you through the …

The bad news of COVID-19 continues to hit every day. While we try to stay on the positive side of things, there’s occasionally bad stories we have to share, like these Stimulus Scams.

One of the casualties of the COVID-19 outbreak is the impact it’s having on our economy. And now, some of our favorite restaurants are shutting their doors for good.

BIG THANKS to the Columbia Convention and Visitors Bureau for compiling this list!

Columbia Public Schools said Tuesday the district will be out of session until April 27 after local authorities issued a stay-at-home order to slow the spread of COVID-19. Mayor Brian Treece announced the order will go into effect on Wednesday morning at 8 a.m. and will last for at least 30 days. The district sent a letter to parents Tuesday …

City and county leaders met in Columbia on Tuesday morning and issued a stay-at-home order for the county, including Columbia after coronavirus numbers grew exponentially in the state. The order will go into effect on Wednesday morning at 8 a.m. and will last for at least 30 days. Officials said they are trying to slow the spread of COVID-19. They …

The world is constantly evolving with the coronavirus. As of Monday, March 23rd this is where we are at. Boone County has 17 positive COVID-19 cases, as of early Monday morning. Two Mizzou employees, and a worker at Russell Boulevard Elementary in Columbia, are among the new positives. Cole County now has four cases. There are five in Callaway County, …

Cosmo and Lauren interviewed a Licensed Practicing Counselor on how to deal with CoVid-19 scares

This has been one incredibly long week as we adjust to our new temporary reality. Each day has brought new updates, some which have been unsettling. But we’ll persevere when we stay calm. 

The novel coronavirus, COVID-19, is causing big changes to everyday life in mid-Missouri. Here are a few places to go if you have questions (stay up-to-date on the national response at the CDC’s website): The state health department has updated information on its website. You can also call a 24-hour hotline at 877-435-8411. MU Health Care is offering free video visits with …

Y107 Mission Statement: Provide quality and timely community-focused information and entertainment that is relevant to you, our mid-Missouri listener. At Y107, our priority remains supporting our clients and listeners through these difficult, uncertain times. We have helped our listeners and clients through the unusual events of other natural disasters, such as tornadoes and floods. We have always prepared to support …

Concerns over the new coronavirus (COVID-19) continue to grow across the state and the nation. Governor Mike Parson and his administration are working each day to respond to the virus and protect the health and well-being of Missourians. Expanding COVID-19 Testing The state is currently working with the University of Missouri to expand COVID-19 testing. This should increase testing capabilities by …

With every passing hour, we seem to get more and more updates as to how we are proactively handling COVID-19 concerns.

Winston Churchill made the phrase “Keep Calm – And Carry On” famous in 1939. While we aren’t facing World War III, it’s still a reminder today as we all move forward in a world with health concerns. Y107 encourages you to be smart, stay strong and use common sense. Keep yourself educated so you know what’s factual information, and what’s not. …

As of 8am today, the hotline opened, available 24/7, operated by medical professionals. 

Coronavirus, or COVID-19 has moved from a headline, to a reality, to hysteria, to the surreal is DAYS! Precaution is being seen as PANIC, and then there’s the oversensationalism, causing hysteria.