Good morning, Columbia.

The United States Exercise Tiger Foundation has extended its blanket and pet bed drive through Feb.

12 to reach a goal of 500 donations — the drive collects boots and clothing for veterans and will lead to a Valentines for Veterans event on Feb. 14.

Logboat Brewing hosted its first Souper Bowl Tasting and Cook-Off on Saturday in Columbia, where local restaurants competed as guests sampled soups and voted for their favorite.

Murry's owner Sarah Lark won the golden ladle and ticket sales raised over $5,000 for The Food Bank (tickets sold out).

Carter's Coffee Bar opened its Columbia spot on Stellar Drive (near South Providence Road and Veterans United Drive) Friday, honoring Owen Carter who died battling brain cancer in 2017.

The family-run business from Quincy and Palmyra plans to build strong local community ties.

True/False Film Fest has announced its 2026 special program selections, featuring the Show Me True/False film 'Seized' which screens on March 7 at 11:45 a.m. at the Missouri Theatre (with an in-person Q&A), the True Life Fund entry 'How to Clean a House in 10 Easy Steps', and a True Vision Award for Ross McElwee.

The CPS board will review district performance data including test scores, discipline, attendance plus teacher retention and funding projections to guide upcoming school improvements.

The review will inform plans to strengthen programs in our community.

The city announced South Tenth Street between Elm and Locust and Locust Street between South Tenth and Hitt, including sidewalks, will close Feb.

11-18 for roof replacement at Brookside Downtown (219 South Ninth Street). Detour signs will guide drivers until work ends by Feb. 18, 5 p.m. weather permitting.

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.

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.

GA20 Concert

7:00 – 9:30 PM — Rose Music Hall — Tickets from $34 — GA20 brings an unforgettable music experience to Columbia.

Callaway Cares Bingo

5:30-7 p.m. — Holts Summit Lions Club — Early bird games $1, regular games $4 — Test your luck and enjoy an evening of bingo fun.

Family Story Time

9:30-10:00 a.m. — Southern Boone County Public Library — Free entry — Enjoy rhymes and stories in a fun family setting for kids aged 3 to 5.

Auburn Tigers vs. Missouri Tigers Women's Basketball

6:30-8:30 p.m. — Mizzou Arena — Tickets available — Catch the thrilling showdown between the Auburn and Missouri women's basketball teams.