Good morning, Columbia.

The Boone County Children's Services Board allocated over $9.1 million to 50 children's initiatives across 40 organizations, reinforcing community support and program development.

In Columbia, Missouri, warming centers like Turning Point are nearing capacity, providing essential services to the homeless amid falling temperatures and snowy conditions.

Columbia offers Juneteenth Grant for event planning, with applications due by February 14 and an informational workshop scheduled for mid- to late January.

Missouri State Highway Patrol's Troop F reported 52 stranded motorists and 12 crashes in Mid-Missouri during a winter storm, with no fatalities.

Columbia and Southern Boone Public Schools will stay closed on Wednesday despite crews having plowed 65% of neighborhood streets.

A winter storm has hit Columbia, bringing ice and necessitating the deployment of snow plows.

Friendship Missionary Baptist Church in partnership with local health agencies will conduct a naloxone education and distribution session on January 14 to combat opioid overdoses.

Native Plants Workshop for Attracting Butterflies

This workshop focuses on the essential plants needed to support the lifecycle of native butterflies in your garden.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Missouri Blues Festival

The Missouri Blues Fest is a musical event showcasing blues performances at The Blue Note in Columbia, Missouri.

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.

Boone Regional Beekeepers Association Monthly Meeting

The Boone Regional Beekeepers Association meets monthly at the University of Missouri to discuss beekeeping practices and initiatives.

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.

Introduction to Shapeoko Router Class

This 2-hour class provides an introduction to the Shapeoko router, covering safety protocols and woodworking applications with all materials included.