Good morning, Columbia.

Ride for B, a fundraiser honoring late Southern Boone student Bailey Gipson, will be held on April 11 at the Hartsburg baseball field.

The event includes a poker run (with five stops), dinner, auction and live music.

Gigi's Place, a new transitional housing community named after the late Gayla Elaine Miller, will welcome its first family move in tomorrow in Columbia.

Ethan Jones of MindRight Wellness says he will close his shop in November if House Bill 2641 passes, as it requires CBD products be sold only in licensed dispensaries & could cut 20% of his sales.

He warned the change will limit affordable relief for many local seniors.

Announced this morning, Logboat Brewing Co. will open its new Midtown Taproom in spring 2027 at the empty lot on Nifong and State Farm Parkway.

The taproom will offer a larger bar, covered patio, private event space, and an on-site pilot brewery.

Columbia kids will soon have the chance to audition for an upcoming Netflix series hosted by former NASA engineer (turned YouTuber) Mark Rober, with auditions organized through Code Ninjas to offer a unique opportunity for curious minds.

April is Deaf History Month, celebrated through the legacy of the Missouri School for the Deaf in Fulton, which opened in 1851.

Historic educator and early student Laura Redden Searing, who became a noted journalist after losing her hearing, adds to the rich narrative of Deaf culture in our community.

Senate approved a bill Tuesday to create a new oversight commission for high school athletic appeals—set to begin in the 2027-28 academic year—with the governor appointing its five members, subject to Senate confirmation.

The commission will review cases on student transfers and game disputes while MSHSAA maintains its current process.

Downtown safety ambassadors (unarmed and equipped with cameras) will begin weekend patrols on May 19 from 5 p.m. to 3 a.m. to support police during busy hours.

University of Missouri and Lincoln University Extension urge residents to wear light clothing, tuck in shirts, and apply DEET repellent+check themselves for ticks after time outdoors.

The advisory aims to reduce tick bites that can lead to Lyme disease and Rocky Mountain spotted fever.

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.

Pat Metheny Concert

7-10 p.m. — Missouri Theatre — Tickets available — Experience the legendary sounds of Pat Metheny live in Columbia, MO.

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.

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.

DJ Requiem

2:30-4:00 p.m. — Rose Music Hall — Cashless venue — Enjoy an afternoon of beats as DJ Requiem spins the decks.

Aly & AJ Concert

8-11 p.m. — Rose Music Hall — Cashless venue — Enjoy a night of pop tunes with Aly & AJ at one of Columbia's favorite music spots.

2026 Dreamfest Benefit Concert

7-8 p.m. — Rose Music Hall — Cashless venue — Enjoy an evening of live music featuring local artists for a great cause.