Good morning, Columbia.

Billiards on Broadway, open since 2008, is now under new management as Bill and Lisa Morrissey plus Kurt and Laura Kingsley take over operations.

The term 'jellying' originated in student life at the University of Missouri and Stephens College to mean meeting at soda shops, a trend that peaked in the late 1930s to early 1940s and faded by the 1950s in Columbia (historical records confirm this usage).

Columbia Public Schools announced Mitchell Pittman as principal at Beulah Ralph Elementary and John Higgins as director for the Columbia Area Career Center for the 2026-2027 school year.

Two Mile Prairie Elementary will use a lottery for kindergarten and select first-grade seats starting in the 2026-27 school year, with the application window opening on March 12.

Students in the school boundary do not need to join the lottery.

The West Old Plank Road exit at the Route K roundabout reopens Friday, completing Phase 4 that restored all driving lanes.

Sidewalk work, grading restoration and streetlight installation will continue in the spring.

Tiger Nutrition launches a Valentine’s Day menu with limited-time specials, offering shakes and fruity teas — customers can choose Cupid’s Tea Boxes for group treats.

The University of Missouri School of Medicine enrolled its first patient in a clinical trial using Eye90 microspheres to treat liver tumors on Monday at MU Health Care.

Researchers partnered with ABK Biomedical and used the on-site research reactor — a new step in targeted radiotherapy.

Serendipity Salon & Gallery will host a couples massage class on Valentine's Day from 6:30 to 9 p.m. where participants learn relaxation techniques and enjoy a gallery sale with permanent jewelry, flowers, charcuterie, hot tea, and bar drinks while tickets cost $150 per couple.

WIN recognized former KOMU 8 sports director Ben Arnet on Tuesday as the posthumous Kent Heitholt Award winner, honoring his commitment to sports journalism and mentoring young women — his wife Nicole accepted the award and recalled his lasting influence in the community.

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.

Creed Fisher Live Concert

8-9 p.m. — The Blue Note — Ticket prices vary — Experience the rebellious spirit of country music's antihero with Creed Fisher's latest hits.

Intro to Woodworking Class

9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. — MACCLab | A Community Makerspace — Class fee includes materials — Learn woodworking skills and safety while creating a small project.

Callaway Cares Bingo

5:30-7 p.m. — Holts Summit Lions Club — Early bird games starting at $1, regular games at $4 — Enjoy a fun evening of bingo with friends and family.