The 1st day of classes at Columbia Public Schools is August 20. Superintendent Dr. Brian Yearwood and Board member Blake Willoughby discuss Fall attendance, the new weapons detection system at the high schools, and the new cellphone procedures for students.

The 1st day of classes at Columbia Public Schools is August 20. Superintendent Dr. Brian Yearwood and Board member Blake Willoughby discuss Fall attendance, the new weapons detection system at the high schools, and the new cellphone procedures for students.

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CPS Superintendent Dr. Brian Yearwood and Board member Blake Willoughby

Boone County Sheriff Dwayne Carey discusses the increased use of AI in scams targeting residents. His recorded voice has been manipulated in one such case. Speaking of technology, the Sheriff hopes to expand the department’s number and use of drones.

Boone County Sheriff Dwayne Carey discusses the increased use of AI in scams targeting residents. His recorded voice has been manipulated in one such case. Speaking of technology, the Sheriff hopes to expand the department&rsquo;s number and use of drones.

Sheriff Dwayne Carey - AI Scams - Potential Drone Expansion

This evening the City Council considers a contract with American Airlines to authorize flights to Charlotte. Mayor Buffaloe previews tonight’s agenda, which also includes consideration of several improvements to Columbia Regional Airport. Amendments to define zoning restrictions on data centers will also be introduced.

This evening the City Council considers a contract with American Airlines to authorize flights to Charlotte. Mayor Buffaloe previews tonight&rsquo;s agenda, which also includes consideration of several improvements to Columbia Regional Airport. Amendments to define zoning restrictions on data centers will also be introduced.

Mayor Barbara Buffaloe - Charlotte Flights-Data Centers-Pay Raises

A look at Monday’s CPS Board meeting with Superintendent Dr. Jeff Klein and member Erica Dickson. Expanding the school resource officer program, a changing landscape for district grants and investments, and details about the “Portrait of a Graduate” program.

A look at Monday&rsquo;s CPS Board meeting with Superintendent Dr. Jeff Klein and member Erica Dickson. Expanding the school resource officer program, a changing landscape for district grants and investments, and details about the &ldquo;Portrait of a Graduate&rdquo; program.

CPS Superintendent Dr. Brian Yearwood and Board member Blake Willoughby

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