Good morning, Columbia.

DaDa Donër opened in May 2024 after one phone call convinced owner Vahap Ulker to transition his food truck to a brick-and-mortar restaurant on Broadway.

The restaurant—located one floor below other stores—faces low exposure as it nears its first anniversary while Ulker plans to share Turkish culture.

At 8:30 a.m. Friday, Columbia police responded to a report of a man threatening people with a weapon in the 100 block of North Stadium Boulevard — he went inside his home — and officers have since tried to contact him.

Construction crews plan to replace two electric water pumps at Eagle Bluffs Conservation Area this month to fix wetland pools and restore a levee breach—officials say water levels will be affected once pumping from the Missouri River stops.

Access to the Missouri River parking lot will be closed for safety during the work, and construction is scheduled to finish this fall.

The Boone County Office of Emergency Management purchased two automatic sandbagging machines to lessen flood damage.

They are stationed in Hartsburg and Rocheport along the Missouri River — the machines can be moved by forklift with a setup time of 15 minutes if needed.

Columbia Housing Authority announced on April 7 that a $50,000 grant will fund planned renovations at Patriot Place Apartments, which houses veterans experiencing homelessness and offers supportive services through Harry S.

Truman Memorial Veterans Hospital. The funding will cover a new coat of exterior paint—CHA is working to secure extra funds for HVAC and additional upgrades.

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.

Molly's Miles 5K and 10K Race

8:00-10:30 a.m. — Molly Bowden Memorial Park — Supports family members of fallen police officers — Run for a cause while enjoying a scenic course.

Spring 2025 Parade of Homes

1-5 p.m. — Columbia, MO — Admission varies — Tour premier homes and find fresh inspiration for your next design project.

Concert Jazz Band & Studio Jazz Band Performance

7 p.m. — University of Missouri — Ticket pricing varies — Enjoy a night of swinging sounds with talented jazz ensembles at this historic venue.