Good morning, Columbia.

A malfunctioning furnace triggered smoke detectors in a Hallsville home early Monday morning, prompting Boone County Fire Protection District to send 12 firefighters, two engines, two tanks and an ambulance to Edgewood Drive.

Firefighters determined the issue was a faulty furnace — no injuries were reported.

After the fatal crash that claimed the life of a 9-year-old boy while biking on the Katy Trail in July 2025, Callaway County has installed new 20 mph signs at County Road 391 (near the trail crossing) and plans to complete all nine signs by the end of February.

Firefighters from the Boone County Fire Protection District responded on Saturday night to a house fire on East Steiner Glen Drive in Settlers Ridge, rescuing a dog while residents safely evacuated after a smoke alarm alerted them.

The Boone County Historical Society has appointed additional trustees & chairs to its Board of Directors and Endowment Trust Board to strengthen its leadership in preserving local history.

Two Columbia composers were honored in the Missouri Composers Project, with works from a Rock Bridge junior and a Hickman orchestra director scheduled for performance on March 8 (showcasing local talent).

Adroit Studios, a game design space on the University of Missouri campus, develops learning games for topics from science to business — it will host its 10th Game Jam starting Friday, Feb.

20 at Reflector in 201 Townsend Hall where teams have 48 hours to design games for cash prizes.

Missouri S&T and Mizzou School of Medicine have launched a Physician Engineers Pre-Admission Program that accepts applications until May 8 from engineering students (second-semester sophomores).

The program offers provisional admission plus mentoring to help students begin their path to medicine.

A section of Park Avenue between North Providence Road and North Fifth Street will close from Thursday, Feb.

19 to Feb. 27 for water line and concrete work on the East Park Avenue Apartments project. Drivers must follow detour signs to East Ash Street while one sidewalk remains open.

The City Council approved revised plans for Douglass Park today and introduced ordinances regulating gambling machines, feral cat colonies & alcohol sales during the World Cup.

The measures are designed to guide park management and local enforcement in the coming period.

A public meeting to discuss Field Park improvements is scheduled for Wednesday at the Armory Sports and Recreation Center, where residents will learn about planned changes and share ideas.

The meeting aims to gather community feedback for the park's future development.

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.

Red Cross Blood Drive

2-6 p.m. — Southern Boone County High School — Vital community support needed — Type O blood donors and platelet givers are especially encouraged to help keep hospital shelves stocked.

Dance Mix Event

7-10 p.m. — Capital Ritz Banquet & Dance Center — Entry is required — Experience a lively mix of dance styles to a variety of music.

Intro to Longarm Quilting Class

10 AM – 12 PM — MACCLab | A Community Makerspace — Materials included — Learn the art of longarm quilting and create your own small quilted tapestry.

Mizzou Women's Basketball vs Oklahoma

2-4 p.m. — Mizzou Arena — Tickets available — Catch the thrilling showdown between Mizzou's women's basketball team and Oklahoma.

UIC Flames vs. Missouri Tigers Baseball

6-7 p.m. — Taylor Stadium — Cost Info Not Provided — Catch an exciting baseball match featuring the UIC Flames taking on the Missouri Tigers.