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Columbia
Saturday, April 4th, 2026
Good morning, Columbia. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 4th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Broadway Christian Church Community Garden will get 350 plots ready for spring planting in Columbia—MU Extension's Dr. Juan Cabrera-Garcia says planting should follow the last frost around April 12. Columbia Missourian
- ➤ Columbia Farmers Market’s spring season begins today with a book swap + Mizzou will host its campus market on Wednesday. Residents can join in these local events to explore seasonal produce and community offerings. Columbia Missourian
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A house fire broke out Friday night on East Old Plank Road in south Columbia, causing significant damage to the garage and siding; firefighters saved four kittens with no injuries reported. ABC 17
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Columbia city government invites local artists to submit artwork for decorating city infrastructure until May 11 (a chance to brighten community spaces). Columbia Missourian
- ➤ On Good Friday, Columbia church leaders reflected on Lent and now look forward to a hopeful Easter season — a time for new beginnings as churches plan community events. Their renewed focus aims to bring congregants together. Columbia Missourian
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ School board candidates say charter schools are not a good fit because Columbia Public Schools already meet students' needs (according to recent candidate views). Columbia Missourian
- ➤ Three Rock Bridge students won the state AI championship for developing technology to help CPD analyze 911 calls and video + they will compete regionally on Apr. 13. KOMU 8
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Cooper County installed a new federal siren in Pilot Grove after a malfunction during an April 3, 2025 tornado threat, and a five-year plan will update five older sirens to boost storm safety in the area. KRCG
- ➤ Flooding forced MoDOT to close roads in Boone, Chariton, Morgan, Pettis and Saline counties on Friday — affecting routes near Harmony Creek, Perche Creek and Long Branch. KOMU 8
- ➤ Mayor Buffaloe will serve as a judge for the Electric Innovation Awards competition to boost sustainable energy and draw ideas from across the country to Columbia+ he hopes to learn new ways to make the city greener. Columbia Missourian
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Columbia golf courses are aerating their greens for spring and adjusting rates as the busy season nears. Golfers should contact their preferred course (verify details) before planning a visit. Columbia Missourian
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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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Katie & The Honky Tonks Concert
9:00 – 11:59 PM — Cafe Berlin — Cost info unavailable — Experience the heartfelt tunes of country music with Katie and the Honky Tonks as they perform live.
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Improv Theater Class
11:00 AM – 12:30 PM — TRYPS Children's Theater — Check for pricing — Explore the fundamentals of improv through engaging games and creative challenges.
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DJ Requiem
2:30-4:00 p.m. — Rose Music Hall — Cashless venue — Enjoy an afternoon of beats as DJ Requiem spins the decks.
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