Good morning, Columbia.

The Beacon of Light Community Center — a new hub for education, recreation, meals and more — opened in northeast Columbia today to serve local residents.

Officials say the center will host various programs in the coming months.

Fred Parry, former Columbia publisher, is renovating a 1914 Greek revival home on West Broadway to create Inspiration Home in honor of his late wife and support Love Columbia’s first-time homebuyer program.

The project will finish by October and will offer community tours (updates via a QR code).

A proposed ordinance lets even-numbered addresses water lawns on Sundays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays while odd-numbered addresses water on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays (common areas on Mondays, Thursdays, and Saturdays).

Fines apply for violations, and the city plans a summer vote with the rule taking effect in 2027.

Rolling roadblocks occurred on I-70 near the Missouri River as blasting took place yesterday at 2 p.m. between Boone County Route BB and the river; a similar blast planned for May 1 at 2 p.m. will trigger a 15-minute ramp closure.

Free naloxone boxes stocked with overdose-reversal medication are available 24/7 at four Boone County fire stations, including one at 5881 S.

Tom Bass Road in Columbia + the boxes will be refilled weekly, and a naloxone education event is scheduled for May 26 at The Blue Note.

Burrell Behavioral Health + Preferred Family Healthcare + Clarity Healthcare will rebrand as Centerstone to offer a unified approach to behavioral health services across mid-Missouri.

The new name will update branding at multiple centers in the region.

Stephens College will add an equestrian competition to this year's Show-Me State Games, featuring the Westran Horse Show for the first time with divisions for beginners to advanced riders (registration closes June 8).

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Big (1988) Movie Screening

8-10 p.m. — Lakeside Ashland — No entry fee — Enjoy a classic film under the stars with family and friends.

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.

Atomic Returns to Dive Bar

8 PM – 12 AM — Dive Bar — Cost details not provided — Experience the gritty blend of Midwest rock, country, and blues from Atomic Junction.