Staffing shortages are a prevalent issue school districts are facing across the nation, and Columbia Public Schools (CPS) is no exception. The district has been struggling with a significant surge in...

The RBHS boys and girls basketball teams’ seasons recently commenced with games beginning with the Green & Gold Scrimmage on Nov 14. and 16 respectively. Both teams combined, the Bruins are currently...

19 RBHS musicians were accepted into the 2024 All-State Ensembles this year following the auditions Dec. 2 at the University of Missouri — Columbia.  16 band students were selected: Seniors Ainsley...

As of Sept. 2023, the College Board has updated the scoring rubric for the Advanced Placement (AP) History exams, including AP World History: Modern, AP United States History and AP European History. These...

Gaudy lawn decorations, countless trunk-or-treats and Michael Meyers are back on the big screen: it is officially spooky season, and the list of local Halloween activities seems to expand by the day. Here...

RBHS seniors have the opportunity to attend various senior events throughout the 2023-2024 school year that celebrate their accomplishments and hard work throughout their primary and secondary schooling. The...

CPS students who have used a laptop during the 2023-24 school year may have noticed an increase in restrictions, including research and gaming websites, along with access to personal Google accounts. These...

With six different foreign language classes offered within Columbia Public Schools (CPS), students have the opportunity to learn about different languages and cultures from around the world.  RBHS...

The seasons are changing, and so is students’ mental health.  With temperatures dropping as fall arrives, the overall mental health and well-being of the population may decrease as well, according...

The annual MidMO PrideFest took place next to Rose Music Hall in downtown Columbia Sept. 23 and 24 — continuing the tradition for over 23 years.  The festival incorporated a variety of events and...

RBHS assistant principal Mary Grupe is set to be the next head principal of Hickman High School (HHS), after an announcement from Columbia Public Schools (CPS) in March and subsequent approval by the Columbia...

Type 2 Diabetes, hypertension, heart disease and  many forms of cancer. These conditions are the long-term effects of a non-balanced, low nutrient diet that results from receiving less than adequate amounts...