Good morning, Columbia.

Downtown Columbia is set to host a new farm and art market organized by Serendipity Salon and Gallery after the former Orr Street market closed in 2024 after 14 years.

The market will begin on April 6 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. every Sunday through Dec. 14 at 1020 E. Walnut St.—it will feature four vendor types—with food trucks and live music.

Trail Stop Brewery officially opened yesterday (April 1) on a once-empty lot in Columbia and now offers craft beer, food, and pickleball for local guests.

The brewery sits off a busy roundabout (near the MKT trail) and is part of an area that saw rapid growth with new homes and schools.

Mid America Bank held its grand opening in Columbia on March 13 and marked the occasion with a ribbon cutting by the Columbia Chamber of Commerce—showing its commitment to innovative financial solutions and community focus.

The new branch is located at 4601 Stellar Drive.

Columbia teen Ja'Mez Thompson-Bey, 17, was charged with six felonies after he allegedly tried to rob two men in a vehicle and fired multiple rounds into it on November 24th on Clark Lane, injuring both men and himself and leading to his detention without bond in Boone County Jail.

Local doula Anna Page said music and birth work together after her own tough birthing experience helped her heal.

Former Miss Missouri Shelby Ringdahl and others said music helped them bond with their babies and ease emotions during childbirth—experts say it remains a universal tool for healing.

A person needing help outside Rock Bridge High School led to a large emergency response Tuesday on the school's south side.

Columbia Public Schools sent a text message around noon to alert families — some staff helped — and classes continued as normal.

Columbia will hold its third town hall meeting on April 14 at the Daniel Boone City Building in conference rooms 1A/1B to explain how the city plans and budgets for capital improvements and infrastructure projects—residents must sign up online for either the morning session from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. or the evening session from 6 to 8 p.m. The event will also feature a Q&A and interactive educational games to help explain the budget process.

The Boone County Office of Emergency Management and the National Weather Service will host a free storm spotter class on April 8 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the Boone County Sheriff Annex (2111 County Drive) in Columbia.

Registration is not required and the course will cover thunderstorm development, storm structure and key weather features for volunteer reporting.

Today, Platinum Paws owner Melodi Wisswell (with over 10 years of grooming experience) uses safe pet dyes to give dogs fun, colorful looks that attract many neighbors.

Her work on Bellatrix (a Bernedoodle) took hours to complete and a new design for another dog will be shown at the Business in Motion Expo later this month.

Drake Milligan Concert

8 PM — Rose Music Hall — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a night of live music with Drake Milligan in Columbia, MO.

Missouri Startup Weekend

Friday, Apr 11th — 4:30 PM – 7:00 PM — EquipmentShare - Corporate Office — $0-89.99 — Unleash your billion-dollar startup idea with expert mentors and networking opportunities over a weekend of innovation.

Introduction to Machine Embroidery Class

10 a.m. — MACCLab | A Community Makerspace — Materials included — Learn to create an embroidered patch using the Melco Bravo embroidery machine in this hands-on class.

Stavros Halkias Live Comedy Show

7-8:30 p.m. — The Blue Note — Ticket info unavailable — Enjoy an evening of laughs with comedian Stavros Halkias, known for his unique comedic style.

Missouri State Bears vs. Missouri Tigers Baseball

6:59-10:59 p.m. — Taylor Stadium — Admission varies — Catch an exciting baseball matchup between local rivals for a night of athletic thrill.

Texas A&M Aggies at Missouri Tigers Softball

6:59-10:59 p.m. — Mizzou Softball Field — Cost Info N/A — Cheer for the Tigers as they face off against the Aggies in a thrilling softball matchup.

Country Royale Concert

8:00-9:30 p.m. — The Blue Note — Tickets required — Enjoy live performances of country classics featuring local bands.

Basics of Industrial Sewing Class

10 AM – 1 PM — MACCLab | A Community Makerspace — Class fee includes materials — Learn to sew thick materials while creating a tote bag.

Intro to Shapeoko Routers Class

6:00-8:30 p.m. — MACCLab | A Community Makerspace — Class fee includes all materials — Gain hands-on experience with Shapeoko routers and essential safety protocols.

Trolls Movie Night

7:30-9 p.m. — Lakeside Ashland — No outside food or drink — Enjoy a colorful animated adventure with friends and family under the stars.