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Columbia Fire Lt. Shawn McCollom helps a police officer and Simeria Lambert, left, move Rosalie Maurer of 305 Fisher Walkway away from her house after she was found gasping for breath. Lambert said she pulled Maurer from her smoke-filled apartment.
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Skirmishes mark finale for festival
By JANESE HEAVIN of the Tribune’s staff
Back-to-back fights that led to seven arrests plagued the final Twilight Festival last night, causing a chaotic scene for law enforcement that has become all too familiar during the long-running downtown festival geared toward families.
Woman pulled from smoke-filled home
By JASON ROSENBAUM
of the Tribune’s staff
A 78-year-old woman was rushed to the hospital this morning after bystanders pulled her out of a smoky apartment north of downtown Columbia.
Animal advocates flock to tattoo fundraiser
By T.J. GREANEY
of the Tribune’s staff
Volunteers at the Central Missouri Humane Society have long been accused of wearing their hearts on their sleeves when it comes to animals. Now many of them are also wearing that affection on their arms, ankles and backs.
Researcher breeds pigs to cure CF
By JENNA YOUNGS
of the Tribune’s staff
A University of Missouri professor has helped breed pigs with cystic fibrosis, and these first "animal models" could lead to breakthroughs in work to cure the disease.
Faculty Council considering new MU grievance program
By JENNA YOUNGS
of the Tribune’s staff
The University of Missouri’s Faculty Council has proposed changes to the campus grievance policy aimed at expediting the process and making it more likely the chancellor will approve recommendations.
Sun sets on Twilight Festival
By JASON ROSENBAUM of the Tribune's Staff
Patrons celebrating the final Twilight Festival had bittersweet feelings about the event’s departure after 19 years but were hopeful the city would provide comparable celebrations in the future.
Cheadle at MU
Academy Award-nominated actor Don Cheadle, center, signs autographs yesterday for University of Missouri seniors Jes Scaevola and Zack Swyers during his visit to the campus.
Eat a cricket at MU South Farm
The third annual MU South Farm showcase of agriculture and science will be held from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. tomorrow at the research facility south of Columbia.
Suspect arrested in Bandana’s robbery
Columbia police have arrested a suspect in a Monday robbery at Bandana’s BBQ.
Suspect surrenders in domestic assault case
A suspect who was being sought by the Boone County Sheriff’s Department in connection with a domestic disturbance turned himself in to authorities yesterday.
Driver near Bass Pro died of natural causes
The Boone County Medical Examiner’s Office has determined that a driver involved in a car accident Wednesday near Bass Pro Shops died of natural causes.
Astronomy Day slated at Rock Bridge High
The public is invited to view the stars, explore the science behind comets and hear from experts during the fall Astronomy Day tomorrow.
Water bond issue committee formed
Mayor Darwin Hindman has appointed a commission charged with informing voters about a $38.9 million water bond issue vote that will be held on Nov. 4.
Boone County Art Show opens
The Boone County Art Show opens tomorrow and runs through Sunday at Boone County National Bank at Eighth and Broadway.
Police arrest boys
in bait car sting
Four male juveniles were arrested early this morning after they allegedly attempted to steal a vehicle that turned out to be a police bait car.
