columbia parks and recreation

Columbia plans to expand its parks and trails

Joshua Teasley — Tue, 07 May 2013 14:03:14 +0000

The City of Columbia Parks and Recreation Department is reviewing its 10-year development plan.

Residents asked to give opinions on a proposed Columbia park

Alyssa Caruso — Wed, 26 Sep 2012 13:51:52 +0000

Boone County residents are being asked their opinions on a proposal for a new park. Columbia Parks and Recreation is proposing building a park in the 30-acres known as Jay-Dix Station in Boone County just southwest of Columbia. The funding for the $125,000 project was approved as part of a 2010 park sales tax approved by voters.

Columbia Parks and Recreation Department Director Mike Hood says this is something Columbia residents have been asking for.

Columbia Parks and Recreation still pushing for Grindstone Creek Trail

Jake Lasofsky — Mon, 17 Sep 2012 22:39:44 +0000

Columbia Parks and Recreation Department is moving forward on the contested Grindstone Creek Trail project.

Down by the river

Scarlett Robertson and Kurt Wook and Natalie Cheng — Fri, 06 Apr 2012 21:45:05 +0000

This week we head down to the Missouri River, hear a technology-centric essay about cell phones and celebrate Easter a few days early.

Columbia parks and rec looking to add new activities

Donovan Ferguson — Fri, 16 Mar 2012 21:45:05 +0000

Columbia’s Parks and Recreation committee wants suggestions from residents about new outdoor and indoor activities in the city.

Upgrades Announced to Columbia's Parks and Rec Department

Leanne Butkovic — Wed, 19 Oct 2011 21:54:04 +0000

Columbia’s Parks and Recreation Department unveiled its new ten-year plan Tuesday during a public meeting at the Activity and Recreation Center.