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Columbia
Thursday, March 19th, 2026
Good morning, Columbia. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 19th of March.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Audra Sergel, an educator and musician — Columbia's first artist laureate — will engage the community by building a musical portrait of the area. Columbia Missourian
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Four candidates including three incumbents and one newcomer are running for a seat on the Columbia School Board in the April 7 election. They detailed plans to boost student attendance, review outdated policies, and increase community input for more transparent board meetings. KOMU 8
- ➤ The child care subsidy waitlist reached 565 families — 1,013 children are waiting, marking a jump of over 60% since March 1 as reported by DESE. State officials will update monthly data online to help families understand average wait times. KOMU 8
- ➤ Columbia high school students will compete in the televised Make48 engineering contest — a challenge to solve real-world problems — as they showcase their skills on a local broadcast. Columbia Missourian
- ➤ Boone County will launch Raising Readers in May (a campaign created by Upward Mobility’s Early Grade Literacy Workgroup) to promote early grade literacy among local students. Columbia Missourian
- ➤ The Mizzou Women's Center is hosting a Women's History Month Book Fair to promote literacy. The event will feature crafts (journal making) and a raffle to win books. Columbia Missourian
- ➤ Student Ananya Aggarwal of Columbia Independent Upper School won the regional spelling bee at Monsanto Auditorium on March 18 at 5:00 p.m. CT and will compete in the national event in Washington, D.C. from May 26-28. Columbia Daily Tribune
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Missouri courts warned users on Wednesday not to visit Casenetmo.us — a fake website mimicking the official Case.net database that may spread malware. Officials advise accessing case details only through the Missouri Courts website as investigations continue. KOMU 8
- ➤ Local emergency officials in Columbia are preparing flexible safety plans using Wireless Emergency Alerts to guide World Cup fans during severe weather and other hazards in Kansas City this summer (alerts will also automatically translate messages for international visitors). ABC 17
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Columbia Animal Hospital in northern Columbia will permanently close tomorrow, Friday, Mar. 20, after giving only two weeks’ notice; staff said no reason was provided while clients are urged to request pet records soon — delays may occur. ABC 17
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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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Gimme Gimme Disco Party
8:00-11:30 PM — Rose Music Hall — $ — Dance the night away to ABBA and classic 70s disco hits.
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LSU Tigers at Missouri Tigers Softball Game
6:59-10:59 p.m. — Mizzou Softball Field — Admission details not specified — Witness an exciting matchup between two fierce softball rivals.
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Honeysuckle Removal Volunteer Event
4-6 p.m. — Kiwanis Park — Free admission — Make a difference by helping remove invasive honeysuckle in Kiwanis Park.
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