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Columbia
Tuesday, February 3rd, 2026
Good morning, Columbia. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 3rd of February.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Ameren Missouri began upgrading 3.6 miles of aging natural gas lines in East Campus Monday — Phase 1 is underway between Rockhill Road and Cliff Drive, with Phase 2 set for summer and Phase 3 for fall; traffic is managed by the city, MDOT and U of M. ABC 17
- ➤ Nordstrom Rack will open a 25,000 sqft store at the Shoppes at Stadium later this year — near the new Trader Joe’s — offering Columbia shoppers a range of off-price brands. ABC 17
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Columbia Public Library will host the Americans and The Holocaust Traveling exhibit from Feb. 9 to March 16 (highlighting Americans’ response to Nazism). Columbia Missourian
- ➤ The Columbia Cultural Affairs Office is inviting local artists to help shape public art at the planned North Village Park — a 2.3 acre site where construction is set to begin this fall. Columbia Missourian
- ➤ Alarm Will Sound — featuring two Mizzou professors — won a 2026 Grammy award for Best Chamber Music/Small Ensemble Performance, highlighting the university’s role in national music excellence. Columbia Missourian
- ➤ Painters Mike and Jon Wolf are behind the art at Logboat Brewing Company and local spots like Murry's, each bringing a unique style to a creative legacy — their workspace at Boomer's Fireworks in Moberly remains a hub for artistic expression. KOMU 8
- ➤ University of Missouri cellist Stefan Freund and clarinetist Bill Kalinkos won a Grammy Award with the Alarm Will Sound ensemble on Sunday night for Best Chamber Music/Small Ensemble Performance for their rendition of 'Land of Winter' by Donnacha Dennehy. KOMU 8
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Missouri sports betting reached $543M in December wagers, but $125M in free-bet promotions left the state with only $521,200 for public funds (Missouri Gaming Commission report). Operators expect revenue to rise as the market matures. KRCG
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Residents displaced by a gas leak have returned to campus at Stephens College, and resident advisor Sophia Freena noted that Searcy and Prunty Halls have a history of boiler issues. Columbia Missourian
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Local residents sued Hawthorn Bank and Cole County last Friday to block the Feb. 7 auction of 178 acres intended as a county park (the land was left by Lawrence Renn Jr.). Judge Joseph Shetler was assigned Monday and the court will hold a civil session at 9 a.m. Friday. ABC 17
- ➤ Columbia City Council heard a report Monday night from Public Health and Human Services; it urged a five-year plan to reduce homelessness using temporary housing options. The report noted $1M spent on shelters and showed slightly lower homeless counts over recent years. KOMU 8
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ University of Missouri researchers are testing combined AI systems that scan 3D skin images to spot melanoma early. The innovative technology reached over 92% accuracy in tests and could help areas with limited dermatologists (it is still in the proof-of-concept stage). Columbia Daily Tribune
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Family Story Time
10-11 AM — Callaway County Public Library — Free entry — Rhymes and stories await families with children ages birth to 5.
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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.
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Intro to Woodworking Class
5-8 p.m. — MACCLab | A Community Makerspace — Materials included — Learn woodworking basics and create your own small project.
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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.
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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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University of Missouri Hockey Game Against Nebraska
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Washington Park Ice Arena — Tickets available — Catch the exciting hockey action as the University of Missouri takes on University of Nebraska.
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GA20 Concert
7:00 – 9:30 PM — Rose Music Hall — Tickets from $34 — GA20 brings an unforgettable music experience to Columbia.
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