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Wednesday, January 29th, 2025

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Good morning, Columbia. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 29th of January.

ACCIDENTS NEWS

  • Fire crews are responding to a house fire on North Brown Station Drive in Boone County, with smoke visible across Columbia.  KOMU 8
  • An 18-year-old from Columbia was fatally ejected from a vehicle in a collision on U.S. 63.  Columbia Missourian

CRIME NEWS

  • A Columbia man, William Lee Nichols, faces federal and county charges for sexual exploitation of a minor and possession and distribution of child pornography from 2019 to 2023.  ABC 17
  • Two men were arrested in Columbia for first-degree assault following a shooting that caused a major road closure.  ABC 17

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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.

    Thu, 1/30/25

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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.

    Fri, 1/31/25

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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.

    Sat, 2/1/25

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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.

    Thu, 2/6/25

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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.

    Thu, 2/13/25

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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.

    Fri, 2/14/25

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  • Winter Adult Reading Club at Cole and Osage Branches

    The Missouri River Regional Library invites adults to participate in a Winter Reading Club to encourage reading during the colder months.

    Sat, 2/15/25

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  • Agatha Christie’s Murder on the Orient Express Performance

    Experience the iconic mystery where detective Hercule Poirot investigates a murder on the luxurious Orient Express.

    Sun, 2/16/25

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  • K-2 Mini Play: Magic School Bus at TRYPS Children's Theater

    This event offers young actors the opportunity to learn the foundations of acting through engaging games and activities in a themed setting based on Magic School Bus.

    Tue, 2/18/25

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  • Chess: Play & Learn at Southern Boone County Library

    Engage in a friendly environment to play chess with enthusiasts of all skill levels and receive guidance from experienced players.

    Wed, 2/19/25

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REAL ESTATE

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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