Columbia Makes Masks Mandatory Starting Friday

If your travel plans take you to the city of Columbia this week, bring your mask.

In a 6 to 1 vote on Monday, the city voted to make them mandatory for anyone in public buildings.

Individuals not wearing a mask will be charged a $15 fine and businesses will receive a $100 fine if they are found violating the ordinance.

The new mask rule goes into effect on Friday.