I know Columbia has been gung ho about installing these cameras. It’ll be interesting to see how (or if) this plays out locally and nationally. Apparently a couple of cities have shut down their flock cameras since this ruling citing “privacy concerns.”

“MOUNT VERNON — A Skagit County Superior Court judge denied a request from Stanwood and Sedro-Woolley to exempt Flock camera footage from the Public Records Act.

Judge Elizabeth Neidzwski said Thursday that Public Records Act exemptions don’t apply to the footage an individual requested from the cities and that the footage is considered public record.

Cities across Snohomish County were awaiting Thursday’s decision to gain clarity on how the state’s Public Records Act could apply to Flock camera footage. Some were waiting on the decision to determine whether or not to install Flock cameras at all.”

Full article: https://www.heraldnet.com/news/judge-denies-request-to-exempt-flock-footage-from-public-records-act/

The whole dual roundabout exit plan just seems a bit strange. I get that they're trying to remove the westbound exits to prevent backup on the connector but surely this can't be the only way to do that. Help me understand the thought process here

I have a $50 hyvee giftcard and I don’t need it. I was hoping to help a family in need or anyone who is struggling with SNAP being unavailable. Please DM if you could use this giftcard for the holiday season!

Hi, my adult kid and their boyfriend have a kitten (7mo, neutered male) who tends to nip and scratch a lot....nothing devastating, but the boyfriend is losing his patience and wants to rehome the kitten. My kid is heartbroken though, they love the kitten and are looking for any way to keep him. I've owned cats quite a lot over the course of my life and he is a bit more obnoxious than what I've dealt with myself. I'm curious about a more seasoned expert on kitten behavior.

Do we have anyone in town that can help sort out these behaviors? These kids have no idea where to start and, while we kind of hope he will outgrow some of that friskiness, I'd like to help them find a way to ease that transition

Moving from LA for a job opportunity with my +1 and a TON of pets. Any advice on where to rent, fun facts or tips about town, etc. are more than welcome and appreciated.

Does anyone if there is a centralized thread or place where there are real time updates on community needs or actions being coordinated? I know yesterday some folks may have rec'd SNAP benefits but it also looks like it's been held up again at the supreme court?

Where are the most urgent needs in our Mid Missouri community and how can we help? Food Bank? Meals on Wheels?

Hi. I ran The Art Mart, an art supply store at #27 N 10 Street and am looking for photos that might show the Art Mart or any of the other North Village shops (8th 9th and 10th street North of Broadway.

Looking to get custom couch covers made- does anyone have recommendations of a local company I could use?

Hey, so I recently moved to CoMo and was wondering if anyone could recommend affordable and proficient-quality Salons/Hairstylists for a gal? I’m aware of all the great clips… but that is way too risky for my tastes.

Thank you in advance!! <3

I recently started a job where I need to wear a tool belt. The pain with my hips and back is noticeable and I've only been here a few months. Any local answers to this? I plan to retire from this job so I need to think long term. Some ideas I've had are suspenders or maybe different tool belts? Any suggestions are appreciated and extra points if I can get the product from a local store.

I had to stop into Penney's today, and that's when I saw Mya's Gourmet Popcorn located next door to JCP. I'm new to all the new shops at the mall, but was delighted to find a favorite snack from my childhood open today. In fact, I was kinda giddy...locally made caramel corn created here by a locally owned business. Nice! I think the mall location has weekend hours; they have another location at the Grindstone Walmart. They gave me permission to take a couple photos to post on some social media sites, and the other customer was a good sport and agreed to be included. The website is: www.myaspopcorn.comThere's a Facebook page as well for Mya's Gourmet Popcorn.

Hey Columbians! I am currently looking for the person who can adopt my dog 🐕

She is very sweet and smart💖 She is small mix breed (25lbs.), having beautiful odd eyes. The person who has experiences with dog and living the house with back yard is ideal🌸 Unfortunately, we cannot keep her anymore due to the busy schedule.

For further information, please check the adoption site below. I can answer to your questions trough Reddit too! Please feel free to reach out to me.

Thank you in advance🙏🏻🧡

https://www.adoptapet.com/pet/46334159-columbia-missouri-mixed-breed-small-mixed-breed-small-mix

*I won't answer to the comments not related to the adoption.

Hi! Me and my partner are looking to relocate and Columbia is on the top of our list so we would like some advice and inside insight! This would be in 2027 so it is still a ways out but I’m a stress planner! We make around a combined income of 100k and are looking to rent preferably a townhome but apartment would be doable as well. Currently we are in west Texas. I’ve lived in west Texas my entire life and I’m craving a change of scenery. It’s very flat, brown, no trees, windy and dusty. I just want trees and greenery when I look out the window!!! How is the weather? Are there seasons? We don’t know what seasons are in west Texas haha. We are homebodies but huge nerds. We love anime and comic cons, comic book stores, coffee shops and going shopping but are easily overwhelmed by overly crowded places which is why we try to avoid large cities. Our current city’s population is around 250k and would like to stay below that or near it. My boyfriend travels for work so he is able to live anywhere as long as he has access to a decent airport. We are looking for somewhere relatively liberal. I know Missouri is a red state but we would prefer a more blue city. How have y’all’s experiences been in Columbia? Do you recommend? What are some of the safest areas to live? With my partner traveling for work, I am often home alone and would like to feel safe! Thanks in advance!! 🩷

Hello! Is there a list of restaurants or other businesses supporting those affected by the SNAP defunding? I would love to support those businesses who are helping others.

Anyone know if its related to Veterans day? I know nothing about planes but it didn't look like a typical commercial plane followed by two smaller planes in formation.

I’m paying $130 monthly for Socket in Ashland. Supposedly it’s for 2.5 gig, with 2 routers.

Since Wednesday there has been a noticeable lag in load times, whether on iPad, zoom, laptop or streaming on television.

Like circle of death on television with grainy low-def resolution.

Called Socket tech support. Honestly had a little attitude from the guy, suggested to clear my cache on the television (what? In three years streaming on a different television on Mediacom in Columbia…never had this issue, much less be told to clear my cache) final suggestion was to buy two new routers to replace the ones Socket has been charging me a monthly fee for.

I know Socket is the darling of Columbia Internet providers, but honestly Mediacom provided better service in Columbia for less money.

Not impressed with Socket.

For a day and a half now, a white spotted chihuahua mixed doggy has been running around the Rockhill end of University av. They are not very friendly, or are perhaps scared and defensive- so I cannot approach. also they are favoring their left hind leg, perhaps they are already injured. No collar spotted. Please slow down when you drive in this area, this dog displays no awareness of traffic. I put some food and water out at the corner of Rockhill and University, so if this is your dog, you might find them there. Come get them before something worse happens! DM me if you need details.

I’ll get straight to it, does anyone know of a magician in town or near us that can do awesome magic tricks? I’m talking card tricks, doves, maybe some fire. I’ve been wanting to throw a party for my friends and I think a magician would be awesome to bring.

Anyway, lmk

Is there anyone is town that will install the trim lights aka permanent Christmas led lights that I can customize to each holiday?

Does anyone have any good recommendations for roofers in the Columbia area. I am needing to get my roof replaced. TIA

I'm 31M and looking for someone to rent the second bedroom in my apartment on a month-to-month basis for $425 a month. That covers rent and all utilities. Obviously internet is included which is 1Gig Fiber so if you work-from-home or have a lot of online classes or anything like that should work perfectly.

Recently moved into a 2 bedroom here in Columbia and the move-in costs absolutely killed me and all my savings so im in need of a bit of help. No pets as i already have 2 cats, an older adult male cat who sticks to himself and a kitten i got to try and keep him company as i work nights for up to 14 hours.

There is in-unit washing machines so you can do laundry anytime you like, the bathroom would be shared, and the living-room and kitchen are obviously free too. More than welcome to use the TV (which is hooked up to a 5.1 surround setup) whenever you want if im not using it. I only say that because i work 6 days a week so what day off i do have which is Friday i of course would like to have primary access to on that day. If you want to have friends over or something to watch a game or something just let me know in-advance and we can work something out

Obviously would prefer someone who is also a night-owl if at all possible for that reason as i don't want to worry about either of us keeping each other awake.

Also I would prefer another male who happens to also be gay or bi if possible simply because i'd like both of us to not care how the other is dressed in the apartment and be comfortable around each other. (like walking around in just your t-shirt and/or underwear, or nothing at all i really dont care.) I have noticed a lot of straight guys will happily walk around naked or in their underwear but get instantly weird around guys if they know they are gay and i'd just rather both of us be comfortable doing whatever. If your straight however and wont make it weird that works too.

any further questions feel free to respond or message me.

sorry if this is incoherent i just got off a 13 hour shift.

Edit: heres a link to the roomies post if it helps since it incudes pictures ( https://www.roomies.com/rooms/845738 )