Ben Arnet, who was the Sports Director at KOMU 8, reportedly passed away at the age of 43 on Thursday.
KOMU 8 shared in a late-night post that Arnett had passed away at the age of 43 on August 28, 2025.
Arnet was a Columbia native who graduated from Hickman High School.
He followed his passion and became a student at the University of Missouri’s School of Journalism, where he learned as a student and later taught as an instructor.
Arnet’s love for sports and journalism only grew as he did, taking him places across the country from Arizona to Kansas and later New York.
However, Columbia called him home once again, and he returned to lead the Sports Department at mid-Missouri’s KOMU 8.
Arnet will be remembered as a passionate journalist, friend and father who pushed those around him to do their best and succeed at whatever they set their minds to.
He was admired by his students, friends, colleagues and family and will be dearly missed.
Arnet leaves behind a loving wife, Nicole, and daughter, Lyla.
KRCG 13 offers our hearts and condolences to his loved ones during this difficult time.
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