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Columbia
Wednesday, January 15th, 2025
Good morning, Columbia. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 15th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Central Missouri commemorates Martin Luther King Jr. with events including a NAACP prayer breakfast, a volunteer fair, and a candlelight march. Columbia Daily Tribune
- ➤ The Columbia Police Department announced the retirement of K9 officers Gorrit and Nero, who will now live with their handlers. KRCG
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Reco F. Lomax was arrested for allegedly assaulting a person with a baseball bat in Columbia, charged with First-Degree Assault and Armed Criminal Action. KRCG
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Schneider Electric's potential $73 million expansion in Columbia, facilitated by a Chapter 100 bond, aims to create 241 jobs with $24.41 hourly wages and generate $2.3 million in tax revenue for public schools. KOMU 8
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Columbia Public Schools is collecting feedback on their new remote learning method, required by state law to ensure educational continuity during bad weather and meet annual instruction requirements. KOMU 8
- ➤ Columbia Public School Board is proceeding with 22 finalists in the search for a new school superintendent, focusing on engaging community input and incorporating experiences from within Missouri and beyond. KRCG
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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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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.
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Tidal Volume Concert
The concert features Last Common Ancestor as the opener and takes place at the Rose Music Hall, which is a cashless venue.
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Pajama Jam: Mid-Missouri's Grand Slumber Party
The Pajama Jam offers an evening filled with pampering, shopping, dancing, and karaoke, featuring over 40 unique vendors for a fun slumber party experience.
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Child Development Screening Event
The Boone County Early Childhood Coalition offers a free screening for children ages 2 months to 5 years, focusing on well-being and social-emotional health.
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Mr. Dibbs Live Performance
Mr. Dibbs will perform at The Blue Note, a popular cashless venue known for its vibrant music scene.
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