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Columbia
Sunday, April 26th, 2026
Good morning, Columbia. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 26th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Cleek Family hosted the 23rd Annual Bowling for Autism Fundraiser Saturday at AMF Town and Country Lanes to support Easterseals Midwest programs for physical rehabilitation, job training and personal goal assistance. ABC 17 News also joined as a media sponsor, and previous events raised over $30,000 (KMIZ reported). ABC 17
- ➤ The Central & Northeast Missouri Food Bank held its final Float Your Boat on Saturday at Bass Pro Shops' lake in Columbia, where 27 teams - including school groups - built creative cardboard boats and raised over $8,000 for local food aid. Organizers plan to focus next on the Heroes 5K in June and the Letter Carriers Stamp Out Hunger in May. KOMU 8
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Boone County History & Culture Center launched its Booneanza treasure hunt Saturday for a $10,000 diamond ring donated by Buchroeders Jewelers. Nearly 60 groups paid $100 to join as they solved puzzles tied to local history, with remaining teams earning a commemorative coin. KOMU 8
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Columbia's oldest lottery school is building student role models with innovative programs that boost community values. The school continues to nurture local talent and leadership. Columbia Missourian
- ➤ Stephens College students hosted the 82nd Student Designer Fashion Show on Saturday — three sessions held at 2 p.m., 4:30 p.m., and 7 p.m. — where senior designs showcased sustainability and personal inspiration through upcycled materials. KOMU 8
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Iron & Wine Concert
8-9:30 p.m. — The Blue Note — Tickets available — Enjoy an evening of soulful tunes from acclaimed singer-songwriter Sam Beam.
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31st Annual ATHENA International Awards
6-8 p.m. — Cooper's Ridge Event Venue — Free entry — Celebrate the excellence and achievements of local women leaders in the community.
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Spongebob: Search for Squarepants
6:30-8:30 p.m. — Lakeside Ashland — No outside food or drink — Enjoy a family-friendly movie night featuring Spongebob in search of Squarepants.
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Defying Gravity
7-8:30 p.m. — Missouri Theatre — Not to be missed — A musical theatre extravaganza featuring Broadway veterans recreating cherished roles and beloved tunes.
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Intro to Vinyl Cutting Workshop
6-8 p.m. — MACCLab | A Community Makerspace — Class fee applies — Explore vinyl cutting techniques while creating custom tote bags and signs.
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All Your Friends
9:06 PM – 12:30 AM — The Blue Note — Cashless venue — Enjoy a lively evening with friends at this late-night event.
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Intro to Machine Embroidery Workshop
6-8:30 p.m. — MACCLab | A Community Makerspace — Class fee includes all materials — Learn to use the Melco Bravo embroidery machine and create your own embroidered item.
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The Lorax Movie Screening
8-10 a.m. — Lakeside Ashland — No outside food or drink — Enjoy a family-friendly movie under the stars with The Lorax.
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Big (1988) Movie Screening
8-10 p.m. — Lakeside Ashland — No entry fee — Enjoy a classic film under the stars with family and friends.
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Kris Lager Band Performance
10:30 a.m. — Katy Trail - Rocheport Trailhead — Free entry — Experience the vibrant sounds of Kris Lager as he brings a spirited performance outdoors.
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