Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 1st of February.
Good morning, Columbia.
Supporters hosted a fundraiser at Cafe Berlin to raise funds for detained resident Owen Ramsingh's wife and daughter to move to the Netherlands in June.
Friend Robert Olson connected him by phone from El Paso, and his wife said documentation was recently confirmed.
Girl Scout cookie season starts today in Columbia (Missouri Heartland) when local troops begin selling their cookies, including the new Exploremores flavor, at $6 per box; shoppers can use the Girl Scout Cookies finder to locate sales and order online.
At the Black Business Expo at Columbia College, local business owners noted a welcoming space that supports collaborative growth for enterprises.
The expo is providing entrepreneurs with valuable networking opportunities — a boost for local commerce.
Nordstrom Rack will open its 25,000 sqft store at the Shoppes at Stadium in Columbia this fall—offering online order pickup and a wide selection of popular brands.
In December, Missourians wagered $543 million on legalized sports betting — with promotional deductions leaving only $521K in tax revenue for schools, officials said.
Lawmakers criticized the low revenue and warned that changes may be needed to boost future funds.
The Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education is accepting nominations for Regional Teacher of the Year with entries due by April 14.
Winners will be named this summer before selected teachers are invited to apply for Teacher of the Year in September.
On Saturday, about 100 middle and high school students joined the fourth annual Bridging the Gaps Outreach Day at the Missouri Orthopaedic Institute where MU Health physician Dr. Abdoulie Njai led facility tours, clinician-led lectures, and hands-on workshops (with free breakfast and lunch provided) to inspire future health care careers.
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.
University of Missouri Hockey Game
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Washington Park Ice Arena — Check the schedule — Catch the University of Missouri team in action against rival universities in a thrilling hockey matchup.
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