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Saturday, January 17th, 2026
Good morning, Columbia. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 17th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Columbia Parks and Recreation will host a memorial walk for Martin Luther King Jr. on Monday, Jan. 19. Participants will gather at 6:30 p.m. at Armory Sports Center — 701 E. Ash Street — then proceed to St. Luke United Methodist Church at 7 p.m. KRCG
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Missouri Department of Conservation reported that 301,954 deer were hunted during the 2025-26 season, ending Jan. 15 (a nearly 10% increase from last season’s 275,656). ABC 17
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ MoDOT will narrow the eastbound I-70 ramp to Stadium Boulevard for core drilling next week from 7 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 21 and Thursday, Jan. 22 to gather samples for the I-70 expansion project. KRCG
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Hy-Vee now offers the FDA-approved low-dose Wegovy pill to eligible patients with a GoodRx discount at its pharmacy locations in the Midwest. The once-daily pill costs $149 per month if patients use a GoodRx coupon, and Hy-Vee supports weight management with dietitian services (both virtual and in-person). Columbia Daily Tribune
- ➤ Burrell Behavioral Health unveiled a new Children’s Grove kindness mural at its newly renovated Berrywood clinic in Columbia on Friday. The mural was created by local artist Adrienne Luther with Children’s Grove and comes as the clinic expands services including transcranial magnetic stimulation and esketamine treatments for depression and anxiety. KRCG
- ➤ American Red Cross and Boone County emergency services held a blood drive on Friday at Grace Bible Church on Blue Ridge Road to honor late officer Molly Bowden. Donated blood went first to local hospitals and then to state partners to help meet urgent needs. KOMU 8
- ➤ LFCS now offers free mental health services to qualified children and adults in mid-Missouri. The program, funded by Boone County Children’s Services Fund, encourages residents to call 866-326-LFCS (for eligibility details) at its Columbia regional office. COMO Magazine
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Celebration of Missouri Food and Wine
6-9 p.m. — COMO Marketing — Tickets required — Experience a four-course tasting menu by renowned Columbia chefs highlighting local cuisine and wine.
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Intro to Shapeoko CNC Routers Class
6:00-8:30 p.m. — MACCLab | A Community Makerspace — All materials included — Learn about the Shapeoko router and elevate your woodworking skills while adhering to safety protocols.
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Intro to Machine Embroidery Class
6:00-8:30 p.m. — MACCLab | A Community Makerspace — All materials provided — Learn to use the Melco Bravo embroidery machine and create your own embroidered item.
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Missouri Tigers vs. Oklahoma Sooners Basketball Game
1-3 p.m. — Mizzou Arena — Check ticket prices — Watch the University of Oklahoma take on the Missouri Tigers in an exciting college basketball matchup.
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Texas A&M Aggies vs. Missouri Tigers Women's Basketball
5-7 p.m. — Mizzou Arena — Free trial available — Experience exciting college basketball as Texas A&M takes on Missouri in this SEC showdown.
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St. Louis Symphony Orchestra Concert
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Jesse Hall Auditorium — Tickets from $116 — Experience an unforgettable performance by the renowned St. Louis Symphony Orchestra in Columbia, MO.
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Dance Mix at Capital Ritz
7-10 p.m. — Capital Ritz Banquet & Dance Center — Entry fee applies — Experience an evening of diverse dancing styles to a lively mix of music.
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Basics of Industrial Sewing Workshop
10 AM – 1 PM — MACCLab | A Community Makerspace — All materials included — Learn to work with industrial sewing machines and create a tote bag while mastering essential techniques.
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Family Story Time
10-11 a.m. — Callaway County Public Library — Free entry — Enjoy rhymes and stories designed for families with children ages birth to 5.
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Baby & Toddler Time
10-11 a.m. — Callaway County Public Library — Free entry — Bond with your little one through books, songs, and play.
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