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Columbia
Friday, January 24th, 2025
Good morning, Columbia. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 24th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Project Homeless Connect in Columbia offered resources and assistance to the local unhoused population through the efforts of volunteers and 34 local vendors. Columbia Missourian
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A multiple-vehicle crash on Highway 63 in Boone County resulted in at least one serious injury, leading to the closure of the highway. ABC 17
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Columbia man, Michael Hunt, was sentenced to 15 years in prison for possessing fentanyl with intent to distribute, marking a significant case of drug trafficking enforcement. ABC 17
- ➤ A woman testified against former Missouri State Highway Patrol trooper Jeffery Durbin, who is charged with sexual abuse and kidnapping relating to an incident at a law enforcement training session. ABC 17
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Columbia Board of Education is set to evaluate Alternate Methods of Instruction based on community feedback following several AMI days prompted by severe winter conditions. ABC 17
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ MU Health Care has settled a class-action lawsuit for $8 million over a 2020 data breach affecting roughly 190,000 patients, implementing enhanced security measures. ABC 17
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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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Online Zoom Concert by Sam Wheelock
The Daniel Boone Regional Library hosts an online concert featuring electric folk music with stories rooted in the Appalachian Mountains.
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Valentine's Day Dance with Norm Ruebling Band
The Let's Dance Club is hosting a Valentine's Day dance featuring the Norm Ruebling Band at the Capital Ritz Banquet & Dance Center.
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