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Columbia
Monday, March 16th, 2026
Good morning, Columbia. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 16th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Columbia awarded $26,982 in state tourism funding to 16 organizations for Juneteenth events; organizers will attend a workshop at 5:30 p.m. Mar. 31 at the Walton Building to learn grant use and reporting requirements. Columbia Daily Tribune
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Mizzou named Jody Mitori as chief marketing and communications officer today to lead marketing efforts across the university and UM System plus she replaces John Middleton after returning from WashU Medicine. Columbia Daily Tribune
- ➤ A two-day German studies conference held Friday and Saturday featured speakers discussing art, including topics like Communist art and socialist realism in historic Germany. Mizzou professors hosted the event to offer students a unique academic exchange at the campus and in St. Louis. KOMU 8
- ➤ Columbia Public Schools is planning budget cuts due to flat state funding and changes in local property tax. At a March 9 meeting, officials said they are preparing measures to save costs — including reduced transportation aid and delayed maintenance. Columbia Daily Tribune
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Hummingbirds will begin to arrive from early to mid-April, so residents can prepare by setting out feeders and planting native, brightly colored tubular flowers (such as cardinal flower) to welcome the ruby-throated hummingbird. Columbia Daily Tribune
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Former school buildings are being turned into affordable housing, with the Benton project creating 17 apartments & a commercial kitchen in Marshall, Tannehill set to open on March 19 in Moberly with 40 senior units, and the Carver project completed in Fulton with 33 units. ABC 17
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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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Unicorn Sparkling Hooves & Enchanted Forest
3-6 p.m. — Iron Wing Ranch, LLC — Check website for pricing — Explore the enchanted woods and take pictures with hidden unicorns.
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Bryce Crawford Live Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — Missouri Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience an engaging blend of country, folk, and rock from Bryce Crawford's soulful performance.
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NEW Community Connections Ribbon Cutting
Woodhaven is thrilled to announce the GRAND OPENING of our newest Community Connections building, and we would be honored to have you join us for the official Ribbon Cutting Ceremony in partnership with the Chamber of Commerce. Join us in marking this exciting milestone, and celebrate the bright future we’re building.
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Dr. Zhivegas: Prince Tribute
8-9:30 p.m. — The Blue Note — Ticket prices vary — Experience the music of Prince and the Revolution performed live by Dr. Zhivegas.
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Work It! 90s/2000s R&B and Hip Hop Throwback Party
9 PM – 12 AM — The Blue Note — Cashless venue — Dance the night away to nostalgic R&B and Hip Hop hits from the 90s and 2000s.
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An Evening with Sam Bush
7:30-9 p.m. — The Blue Note — Cost TBD — Enjoy an evening of bluegrass with award-winning musician Sam Bush.
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