Monday, January 20th, 2025
Good morning, Columbia. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 20th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Columbia's Community Connectors program hosts a meet-and-greet to enhance engagement and amplify marginalized voices in city governance. Columbia Daily Tribune
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A candle-caused fire in Columbia's Lafayette Court was extinguished by firefighters, who saved one cat but another perished; no human injuries were reported. KRCG
- ➤ The Columbia Fire Department extinguished a vehicle fire on South Highway 63 with no injuries reported, and the cause remains undetermined. KOMU 8
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Columbia police detained two juveniles for attempting to steal at least eight vehicles, facing charges including tampering, property damage, and armed action. KRCG
- ➤ Columbia Police detained six juveniles and recovered three firearms, including one stolen, after responding to shots fired near Columbia Mall, with no injuries reported. KOMU 8
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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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Understanding the Better Business Bureau: Insights and Consumer Protection
Khesha Duncan, Columbia Regional Director of the Better Business Bureau, will discuss the organization's history, consumer protection mission, available services, scams to avoid, and recovery methods for victims of scams.
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Intro to Longarm Quilting Class
This 2-hour class provides an introduction to the HandiQuilter Simply Sixteen, covering safety protocols and hands-on practice to create a small quilted tapestry.
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Capital Ritz Dance Mix: A Night of Country and Ballroom Dancing
Enjoy an evening of various dance styles including Country, Swing, Cha Cha, and Ballroom at the Capital Ritz Banquet & Dance Center.
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Ella Langley Live at The Blue Note
Ella Langley, a rising star in country music known for her powerful voice and authentic songwriting, will perform live at The Blue Note.
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Niko Moon Live at The Blue Note
Niko Moon will perform at The Blue Note, showcasing his music and positive outlook on life.
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