Good morning, Columbia.

Kenneth Freeman and Missouri Jobs with Justice were honored at a local diversity awards event for promoting diverse communities.

The ceremony celebrated their commitment to inclusion (reflecting the city's strong local efforts) in building a more welcoming community.

A fire broke out on the roof of Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church on Bernadette Drive in Columbia after an electrical malfunction, with fire crews arriving at 2:56 p.m. No injuries were reported as school ended safely and damage was confined to the building's exterior.

After receiving hostile phone calls ahead of its upcoming drag show, First Baptist Church will be surrounded by a rainbow wall assembled by local supporters Saturday.

Stephens College evacuated students from Searcy Hall (and nearby Prunty Hall) after a gas leak was detected; temporary housing was arranged while officials investigate the situation.

The Missouri Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is reviewing Columbia’s updated stormwater ordinance that now calls out human waste from encampment activities near waterways.

City and Boone County provided revised timelines for adopting the change as part of the MS4 permit renewal, with a meeting planned soon.

Following weekend winter weather, the American Red Cross canceled several blood drives including one at Mizzou, and it urges eligible donors in Columbia to schedule appointments online as the state battles an ongoing blood shortage.

Alpine Shop is hosting a free after-hours hiking clinic Saturday at 5:30 p.m. to help locals prepare for spring hikes at its store; participants can receive pack fittings, gear checks, complimentary beer and seltzer, and a 15% discount on select items.

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.

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.

Baby & Toddler Time

10-11 a.m. — Callaway County Public Library — Free entry — Bond with your little one through books, songs, and play.

Florida Gators vs. Missouri Tigers Women's Gymnastics

5:59-8:59 p.m. — Hearnes Center — Ticket prices vary — Cheer on the Gators as they take on the Tigers in an exciting gymnastics showdown.

Find Fiona with Nightstand

8-10 p.m. — Rose Music Hall — Check event page for ticket info — Experience the emotional melodies of Nightstand's latest single.

Mizzou Women's Basketball vs Georgia

3-5 p.m. — Mizzou Arena — Check out the fierce competition as Mizzou takes on Georgia in women's basketball.

Family Story Time

10-11 AM — Callaway County Public Library — Free entry — Rhymes and stories await families with children ages birth to 5.

Callaway Cares Bingo

5:30-7 p.m. — Holts Summit Lions Club — Games from $1 — Play bingo for a chance to win prizes while supporting a community cause.

Intro to Woodworking Class

5-8 p.m. — MACCLab | A Community Makerspace — Materials included — Learn woodworking basics and create your own small project.

Intro to Vinyl Cutting Class

6-8 p.m. — MACCLab | A Community Makerspace — Materials included — Discover the art of vinyl cutting with hands-on projects and essential machine safety tips.