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Columbia
Wednesday, January 1st, 2025
Good morning, Columbia. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 1st of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Mid-Missouri law enforcement encourages safe New Year's Eve celebrations and responsible travel arrangements, noting an increase in patrols and offering free rides to prevent impaired driving. ABC 17
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Columbia police seal off a section of the city for investigation on New Year's Eve, examining a car and a backpack. ABC 17
- ➤ Kadean Cunningham, 21, will serve 110 days in jail following a guilty plea to fourth-degree assault for a September shooting on east Broadway. Columbia Missourian
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Missouri's minimum wage will rise to $13.75 on Wednesday after voters approved Proposition A, aiming for $15 by 2026, amidst debates on its impact on businesses and living costs. KOMU 8
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Two proposed bills aim to prohibit the establishment of charter schools in Boone County, seeking to reverse a law from the previous year. Columbia Missourian
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Officials will educate residents on the city budget development over four months through town hall meetings. Columbia Missourian
- ➤ Six Boone County officials, comprising five incumbents and one newly elected in November, officially took office on Tuesday. Columbia Missourian
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A fitness expert shares strategies for achieving New Year's fitness resolutions, highlighting the importance of support systems, planning, and progress tracking to overcome common obstacles to personal health goals. KRCG
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Little Acorns: Become an Agent Acorn
Children can explore the role of a Conservation Agent by participating in an obstacle course and earning a junior Conservation Agent badge at Runge Nature Center.
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Native Plants Workshop for Attracting Butterflies
This workshop focuses on the essential plants needed to support the lifecycle of native butterflies in your garden.
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3D Archery Challenge at Runge Nature Center
This intermediate program focuses on honing archery skills and introducing the basics of archery hunting through a structured 3D archery challenge.
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Introductory 3D Printing Class
This class provides a comprehensive introduction to 3D printing, covering safety protocols and practical uses, with all materials included in the fee.
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Introductory Class on Heat Transfer Techniques
This 2.5-hour class provides hands-on experience with heat transfer software and equipment, focusing on safety protocols and project creation.
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Grant Gilbert Live at The Blue Note
The Blue Note in Columbia will host Grant Gilbert for an evening of live music starting at 8:00 PM.
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Missouri Blues Festival
The Missouri Blues Fest is a musical event showcasing blues performances at The Blue Note in Columbia, Missouri.
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Missouri Indie Fest 2025
Missouri Indie Fest is an all-ages music festival featuring various indie artists, taking place at Rose Music Hall in Columbia, MO.
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Boone Regional Beekeepers Association Monthly Meeting
The Boone Regional Beekeepers Association meets monthly at the University of Missouri to discuss beekeeping practices and initiatives.
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Winter Button Crafting Workshop
Participants can create their own pin-back buttons using provided materials or personal images and decorations at this family-friendly event.
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