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Columbia
Saturday, April 11th, 2026
Good morning, Columbia. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 11th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Callaway County Humane Society presents Best Friend of the Week: Luka — a playful nine-week-old mix who is good with kids and pets. Luka will join Puppy Yoga today at 11:00 a.m. at 500 Hunter Lane in Holts Summit, where a fundraiser with a $15 minimum donation is held. KRCG
- ➤ Broadway Christian Church is hosting Show-Me Central Habitat for Humanity’s 36th annual garage sale today — featuring donated furniture, electronics and clothing to support local housing projects. The event runs from 8 a.m. — 2 p.m. in the 20,000 sqft space. ABC 17
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Missouri Startup Weekend returns to Columbia, offering local tech enthusiasts a chance to pitch ideas and network with investors. The annual event is expected to boost local innovation. Columbia Missourian
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Chef Jeff Guinn, food & beverage director at The Broadway, has driven dining innovation at 11Eleven since 2013 and will join Chef Mark Sulltrop for the Celebration of Missouri Food and Wine, Part 2 to benefit Mizzou Hospitality Management (watch COMO Magazine for details). COMO Magazine
- ➤ Norman Rockwell's Huckleberry Finn illustrations are on display at Sager Reeves Gallery through May 30. The exhibit highlights Missouri's rich artistic heritage. Columbia Missourian
- ➤ Mizzou Surplus helped a local baseball coach reconnect with a cherished family photo from 2011 that shows Kerrick and Talia Jackson breastfeeding their son at Taylor Stadium + the story reflects community pride in preserving family memories. Columbia Missourian
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Two Mile Prairie Elementary School launched a districtwide lottery program (blending indoor academics and outdoor, hands-on learning) to offer local families a new enrollment option. The program will expand access across the district. Columbia Missourian
- ➤ Columbia’s Code Ninjas is hosting open casting calls for Netflix’s new STEM series SCHOOLED! today from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and again on April 25; children ages 9 to 17 must register online, submit short audition videos plus try hands-on coding activities. KOMU 8
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Columbia officials are asking for public input on Gates Nature Area, a park bought in March 2016 (its development was stalled by delays in Park Sales Tax approval). Residents are invited to share their ideas as plans move forward. Columbia Missourian
- ➤ A major bridge closure in northeast Columbia created traffic challenges when the St. Charles Road bridge closed Friday evening for demolition, with construction expected to last five months. MoDOT advises drivers to use alternate routes to avoid delays during morning and afternoon rushes. ABC 17
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Envy Builders Foundation plans to address the housing deficit by keeping homes and land managed and owned by a nonprofit — a move designed to secure long-term local stability. Columbia Missourian
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Missouri Tigers will play Kansas on Friday, Sept. 11 in Lawrence with a network broadcast to be announced. The game marks their first trip to Lawrence since 2005 and follows a strong record in recent matchups against the Jayhawks. KRCG
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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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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.
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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.
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Radkey Concert
8-9:30 p.m. — Rose Music Hall — Cashless venue — Experience an electrifying night with the dynamic sounds of Radkey.
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23rd Annual Bowling for Autism
11 a.m. — AMF Town & Country Lanes — Proceeds benefit Easterseals Midwest services — Bowl for a cause and support individuals with disabilities and their families.
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