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Columbia
Monday, February 17th, 2025
Good morning, Columbia. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 17th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Columbia's community resources, including shelters like Room at the Inn, prepare to support the community with warming centers and shuttle services amidst extreme cold weather conditions. KOMU 8
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ The Columbia Fire Department swiftly extinguished a home fire caused by improperly disposed lithium-ion battery, with no injuries reported. ABC 17
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Collin Knight admitted to the first-degree murder of his father and will be sentenced on April 25, 2025. KRCG
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Columbia's mayoral candidates, including incumbent Barbara Buffaloe, Tanya Heath, Blair Murphy, and write-in Lucio Bitoy, share their positions on key city issues for the 2025 election. Columbia Missourian
- ➤ Columbia City Council candidates share their positions and priorities for the upcoming 2025 election, with focus on responses from community forums. Columbia Missourian
- ➤ The City of Columbia moved Tuesday's trash collection to Monday and suspended recycling pickup for three days in anticipation of a winter storm. KRCG
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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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Missouri Woodwind Quintet Recital Featuring Dr. Rachel Aubuchon
The Missouri Woodwind Quintet will perform a recital accompanied by pianist Dr. Rachel Aubuchon at the Sinquefield Music Center.
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Michael Marcagi Live at The Blue Note
Michael Marcagi will perform live at The Blue Note in Columbia, MO featuring support from Ashley Kutcher.
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Movie Night Featuring 'Clueless' at Six Mile Ordinary
Enjoy a screening of 'Clueless' at Six Mile Ordinary, with happy hour drinks beforehand and the option to bring your own snacks.
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Shabaka Performance
Shabaka will be held at Missouri Theatre in Columbia, showcasing live music from the well-known artist.
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