The 190th Boone County Fair is underway. Events take place at Northwest Regional Park through Saturday. Event Manager Jessica Kempf says bring the whole family out for a variety of events, including 4-H competitions, the demo derby, and games for the kiddos.

The 190th Boone County Fair is underway. Events take place at Northwest Regional Park through Saturday. Event Manager Jessica Kempf says bring the whole family out for a variety of events, including 4-H competitions, the demo derby, and games for the kiddos.

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Jessica Kempf - Boone County Fair 2025

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.

Jessica Kempf - Boone County Fair 2025

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