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Columbia
Tuesday, March 31st, 2026
Good morning, Columbia. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 31st of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The city completed upgrades at (Albert-Oakland Park, Capen Park and Twin Lakes Recreation Area) by adding new trees, parking lots and playgrounds. Columbia Missourian
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A fire started at Sturgeon Residential Care on Monday, March 30 at 4:37 a.m. but no injuries were reported as staff evacuated residents and about 30 firefighters put the blaze out while investigators worked to determine its cause. KRCG
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ The Deuce Pub and Pit is the first bar approved for extended World Cup hours, with closing times shifted to 2:30 a.m. on select summer dates (June 14, 17, 20, 21, 23, 27 and July 3) according to the Columbia Convention and Visitors Bureau. ABC 17
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Ava and Daisy LaVaute, known as the LaVa Girls (ages 8 and 9), have performed at local events including the No Kings rally and Cooper’s Landing. Their energetic rock band act is drawing growing attention in the community. Columbia Missourian
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Four CPS board candidates discussed imminent funding concerns and offered different proposals to address the school district's budget challenges; they stress the need for swift action to secure resources. Columbia Missourian
- ➤ Students with disabilities are benefitting from new therapies at two mid-Missouri schools. After spring break, Jefferson City Early Childhood Center introduced sensory chairs funded by the Bobby Howard Memorial fund while KVC Academy uses tailored instruction to support learning. KOMU 8
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ MoDOT will close the St. Charles Road bridge from 7 p.m. April 10 to 6 a.m. April 13 for demolition. I‑70 will narrow to one lane (with detours near Exit 131), and a new overpass with three lanes is being built to open by late September. Columbia Daily Tribune
- ➤ Go COMO announced the new ETA Transit app that offers real-time bus tracking + text alerts to help residents travel through Columbia more easily. The app is available to download now, reducing the need for multiple apps. KOMU 8
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Boone Health sued Missouri Heart Center on Friday in Boone County Circuit Court (alleging a breach of non-compete by planning a competing clinic in Columbia). It said over 20,000 cardiology patients will get new coverage details as it builds its own cardiology group. KOMU 8
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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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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.
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Greg Warren Live
7-10 p.m. — Missouri Theatre — Ticketed event — Enjoy an evening of comedy with Greg Warren in Columbia, MO.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Pat Metheny Concert
7-10 p.m. — Missouri Theatre — Tickets available — Experience the legendary sounds of Pat Metheny live in Columbia, MO.
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