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Columbia
Monday, January 6th, 2025
Good morning, Columbia. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 6th of January.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Due to a winter storm, county offices and MU have moved to remote operations, and schools are closed, while Missouri Highway Patrol reports 285 crashes and assistance to 597 stranded motorists. Columbia Missourian
- ➤ All flights at Columbia Regional Airport are canceled today due to a severe winter storm affecting Missouri, with widespread flight cancellations and delays in St. Louis and Kansas City, and the Missouri Highway Patrol responding to 176 crashes. Columbia Missourian
- ➤ Boone County issued multiple road closure alerts in Mid-Missouri due to severe winter weather, advising drivers to stay home or find alternative routes. ABC 17
- ➤ Due to a severe winter storm, MU shifts to remote operations, Columbia and Southern Boone public schools are closed, Columbia College cancels classes, while hospitals remain open but flights are mostly canceled or delayed. Columbia Missourian
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Columbia Public Schools will conduct an AMI day for students to continue learning during a school closure caused by winter weather. Columbia Daily Tribune
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Columbia City is conducting a series of town hall meetings to engage the public in its budgeting process, offering an overview, discussions on budget priorities, and insights into capital projects. Columbia Daily Tribune
- ➤ The Columbia Police Department now limits their response to crashes with serious injuries, criminal elements, or during hazardous conditions, directing non-emergency accidents to be reported via 311 or online. KRCG
- ➤ The Columbia City Council authorized the police to use license plate scanning cameras, sparking debate on their impact on crime reduction. Columbia Missourian
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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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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
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