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Columbia
Monday, March 9th, 2026
Good morning, Columbia. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 9th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Two horses rescued from mud near Harrisburg on Feb. 25 are now back home after treatment at the MU Veterinary Clinic for pneumonia, hypothermia and ulcers. Boone County firefighters visited the farm Sunday and reconnected with the owner, who is raising funds for vet bills. ABC 17
- ➤ Columbia Tenants Union held an emergency press rally — residents spoke up after Schulman missed the 14-day deadline for negotiations, urging officials to act quickly on tenant issues. Columbia Missourian
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Pizza Tree launched a temporary pop-up dining room this weekend during the True/False Film Fest to offer festivalgoers a chance to enjoy sit-down dining in downtown Columbia. Owner John Gilbreth said the new space (repurposed from the former Main Squeeze location) has seen record demand as crowds filled the area. KOMU 8
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Columbia Public Schools board will vote on policy updates today—covering employee transfers, staff grievances, and changes to leave, enrollment, medication, suspensions, recordings, and resource officer goals—while reviewing a financial update before the fiscal year ends June 30. Columbia Daily Tribune
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Show Me Community Services in Hallsville is hosting a free Naloxone training and distribution event on March 11 from 6 to 7 p.m. at 222 Elizabeth St, in collaboration with local health agencies (attendees receive a personal supply of the medication without registering). Columbia Daily Tribune
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Severe Storm Spotter Training Class
6:30-8:30 p.m. — Callaway Electric Cooperative — Free entry — Become a trained storm spotter and help make your community safer during severe weather.
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Intro to Woodworking Class
5-8 p.m. — MACCLab | A Community Makerspace — All materials provided — Learn the basics of woodworking and create your own small project in this hands-on class.
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C Rock City Live Band Performance
7-10 p.m. — Capital Ritz Banquet & Dance Center — Enjoy the night with easy rock covers from classic artists.
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19th Annual Columbia Polar Plunge
10 AM – 2 PM — Stephens Lake Park — Fundraising event — Brave participants support Special Olympics Missouri athletes by plunging into icy waters.
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Auburn Tigers at Missouri Tigers Baseball
6:59-10:59 p.m. — Taylor Stadium — Cost info unavailable — Catch a thrilling college baseball matchup as the Auburn Tigers take on the Missouri Tigers.
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2026 Disaster Behavioral Health Conference
12 PM - 2 PM — Wyndham Executive Center-Columbia Mall — Registration fee applies — Engage in discussions on disaster behavioral health topics to enhance community support strategies.
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Freelance Social & Workshop
11:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. — 404 Portland Event Center — Free entry — Network with local creatives while enjoying an afternoon of learning and conversation.
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Working: A Musical
Mar 18-20 — Macklanburg Playhouse — Ticket prices vary — Experience a vibrant celebration of everyday people and their jobs through song and storytelling.
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Family Story Time for Young Kids
10–11 a.m. — Holts Summit Public Library — Free entry — Enjoy a morning of storytelling designed for children five and under.
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Lenten Fish Fry
4:30-7 p.m. — Fr. Tolton Catholic High School — $15 for adults, $10 for children — Enjoy a variety of fried fish and sides in a community gathering atmosphere.
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