Ep 7: Jacque Sample, Data Centers, & Downtown Safety

Ep 12: Mayor Barbara Buffaloe

Mayor Barbara Buffaloe returns to the show for a detailed discussion on local governance, city council dynamics, community engagement, and the future of Columbia's infrastructure and transportation. Hosted by David Lile and Nick Knoth, the conversation explores the challenges and opportunities in city management, public trust, and civic participation. Visit www.comovanguard.com [www.comovanguard.com] to submit questions and support the show.

Ep 11: De'Carlon Seewood

City Manager De’Carlon Seewood joins the show to discuss his State of the City address, including his vision and priorities for the City of Columbia moving forward. Together we tackle everything from utilities and infrastructure to parks, housing, and community engagement. Visit www.comovanguard.com [https://www.comovanguard.com/] to learn more and support the show.

Ep 10: City Council Retreat 2026

In this episode, we break down the biggest takeaways from Columbia’s 2026 City Council retreat — including proposed changes to public comment rules, discussions about the growing demands of council service, meeting and governance reform, and the city’s long-term priorities. We also discuss a notable conversation around whether Columbia may eventually need to transition council positions from part-time to full-time roles as the demands of governing the city continue to grow. COMO Vanguard was the only news outlet present for the retreat. Visit www.comovanguard.com [www.comovanguard.com] to submission questions and support the show.

Ep 9: Nick Foster Returns & Leaves

Councilman Nick Foster returns to discuss the public safety tax delay, Council best practices and lack thereof, and his forthcoming resignation. Visit www.comovanguard.com [https://www.comovanguard.com/] to submit questions and support the show

Ep 8: Nickie Davis, Taxes, & Public Input

Nickie Davis, Executive Director of The District [https://www.discoverthedistrict.com/], joins us to discuss her organization’s role in managing and advocating for downtown Columbia, the forthcoming public safety tax, how public input processes are playing out, and the unforgiving nature of local road construction. Learn more, ask questions, and support the show at www.comovanguard.com [https://www.comovanguard.com/]