Good morning, Columbia.

The Columbia Farmers Market will launch on April 4 at Agriculture Park from 8 a.m. to noon.

The event offers fresh produce, artisan goods, live music by Harmony Creek at 8 a.m. and Jack Semelsberger at 10 a.m. while kids join interactive activities and local nonprofits table exhibits.

Winemaker's Ball takes place at Blufftop on Saturday, March 28 from 6 to 9 p.m. and offers a four-course dinner, passed appetizers including grilled oysters and cajun crab cake bites, dancing and hand-picked wine pairings (hosted by Brennan Holtzclaw) that highlight local sommelier picks.

Columbia Public Schools report that many elementary students still struggle with social skills like managing emotions and interacting with peers after the pandemic, and schools now offer extra lessons & group support to help rebuild these essential skills.

A new ETA Transit app, announced Thursday (Mar.

26), is available in Columbia to simplify travel by offering real-time notifications, bus directions and improved search functions. The free app can be downloaded from both the Apple App Store and Google Play.

The state House passed a spending bill on Mar.

26 that cuts funding for some colleges by 40% (reallocating over $1 billion in state aid), while Senate lawmakers oppose the plan and warn it could harm local schools.

The Missouri Department of Transportation announced that the deteriorating tri-level bridge over Highway 50 in Jefferson City will be demolished next month, prompting closure of the highway and ramps—except the ramp from Highway 54 to Highway 50—from 9 a.m. April 10 to 9 p.m. April 12.

The City of Columbia is pushing its Community Solar program to expand renewable energy access for residents.

City officials said details on enrollment and funding will be provided soon (updates are pending).

Today, the University of Missouri and the U.S. Department of Energy began producing gadolinium-153 (Gd-153) to secure a domestic source for vital diagnostic imaging after international production halted in 2023.

Purified material from ORNL supports the effort to improve patient care.

Long-time Historic Old Southwest resident Kitty Rogers will move into an almost 800 sqft accessory dwelling unit built behind her home.

Approved in January, work will begin this month if weather permits and her move is expected later this year (keeping her close to family).

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.

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.

Gimme Gimme Disco Party

8:00-11:30 PM — Rose Music Hall — $ — Dance the night away to ABBA and classic 70s disco hits.

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.

Honeysuckle Removal Volunteer Event

4-6 p.m. — Kiwanis Park — Free admission — Make a difference by helping remove invasive honeysuckle in Kiwanis Park.

How to Train Your Dragon - In Concert

7-10 p.m. — Missouri Theatre — VIP packages available — Experience the magic of animation and music as you dive into the world of dragons.

Greg Warren Live

7-10 p.m. — Missouri Theatre — Ticketed event — Enjoy an evening of comedy with Greg Warren in Columbia, MO.

Of Sea and Stone: Uncorked Wine Tasting & Dinner

6:30-10:30 p.m. — Cooper's Ridge Event Venue — Not specified — Experience an evening of fine wine and live music from the Folk-Americana duo, Of Sea and Stone.

Bored Teachers Comedy Tour

3-5 p.m. — Missouri Theatre — VIP packages available — Enjoy a hilarious evening with the Bored Teachers Comedy Tour featuring premium seating options.

Intro to Woodworking Class

5-8 p.m. — MACCLab | A Community Makerspace — Materials included — Learn the basics of woodworking while creating your own small project.