Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 7th of February.
Good morning, Columbia.
A Columbia Public Schools bus was in a multi-vehicle crash on Highway 40 near Rollingwood Boulevard with no injuries reported to the eight students on board.
Boone County Recorder of Deeds, Bob Nolte, alerts residents to a scam asking $120 for freely available property information, advocating the use of the office's services and free Deed Watch notifications.
A verdict is anticipated Thursday in the trial of James F.
Wilson, 61, accused of raping and stabbing a 17-year-old girl in Columbia, Missouri, in 1984, with the case having been reopened in 2020 using DNA evidence.
Columbia, Missouri, has the highest gas prices among the state's major metropolitan areas, with an average of $2.96 per gallon, compared to the statewide average of $2.85.
Restaurants in Columbia are adjusting their strategies in response to a significant rise in egg prices, with some increasing menu prices while others absorb the costs to avoid passing them on to customers.
The University of Missouri Board of Curators decided to name a new meat science facility after former Governor Mike Parson, honoring his contributions to agricultural education and the state's meat industry.
Columbia mayoral and city council candidates discussed solutions for homelessness and crime at a local forum, outlining various strategies ahead of the upcoming city elections.
Mid-Missouri schools, including Our Lady of Lourdes Interparish School, closed temporarily due to a significant rise in flu-like symptoms among students and staff, leading to deep cleaning efforts.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Escuela Grind Live at Rose Music Hall
Escuela Grind will perform live at Rose Music Hall in Columbia, featuring special guests Chain Gang and Decayer.
CreativeMornings with Adrienne Luther Johnson: Exploring Artistic Layers
Adrienne Luther Johnson, a muralist and designer from Columbia, Missouri, discusses her creative process and the inspirations behind her whimsical art in a community event featuring coffee and pastries.
19th Annual Boys & Girls Clubs of Columbia Chili Cookoff
Columbia's biggest chili competition brings community members together to taste and celebrate various chili recipes at the Holiday Inn Expo Center.
Hogslop String Band Performance
Hogslop String Band blends traditional string music with a bold irreverence, offering an engaging experience for attendees.
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