Monday, February 10th, 2025
Good morning, Columbia. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 10th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Boone County is hiring a director to establish the first purpose-built Public Safety Childcare Center, focusing on creating its operations, policies, and educational programs before its opening next year. Columbia Daily Tribune
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Local businesses in mid-Missouri, including Columbia and Jefferson City, anticipate a significant economic boost, expecting over $20 million in total impact, as they prepare for increased sales tied to the Super Bowl. KOMU 8
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Cody Miller, an Olympic swimmer, inspired young athletes in Columbia by sharing his journey and challenges at a swim clinic workshop. KOMU 8
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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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