The Missouri Department of Transportation rolled out in full force to treat roadways with a combination of road salt, calcium chloride, brine and beet juice. But, snow and ice on sidewalks and ...

SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (KY3) - While ice-melting salt is a standard solution for managing icy surfaces during winter, it can pose significant risks to plants and the environment if not used responsibly.

That's where "Salt Smart" comes into play. The city of Columbia, Boone County and the University of Missouri jointly use the practice to reduce the amount of salt that reaches local creeks and ...