Good morning, Columbia.

The newest portion of the 30-mile Perche Creek Trail connects the MKT Trail to Gillespie Bridge Road via a 200-foot bridge over Perche Creek + the trail is now open for pedestrians and cyclists.

The renovated skate park at Douglass Park will reopen this week.

The park has doubled in size — it now features five new concrete structures for skateboarders.

True North is hosting its annual Little Black Dress Fundraiser Gala at the Columbia College Southwell Complex tomorrow from 6-10 p.m.—attendees will enjoy appetizers, wine, music, dining and discussions on support for survivors of intimate partner violence, sexual violence, sex trafficking and stalking while individual tickets cost $80 and a reserved table for 10 costs $1,000.

Christy Bondurant of Wildflower Bread turned her sourdough hobby into a small business in Columbia—she began baking at home with organic ingredients to feed her family and now sells loaves, bagels, and other treats over Instagram.

She plans to maintain a family-run operation with limited output—keeping the focus on quality and personal service.

Art in the Park has been a showcase for Columbia’s finest art since 1959 and brings together local artists who work in various mediums.

The festival highlights traditional techniques and personal styles with artists like woodcarver Randy Mayes and ceramic artist Katie Barnes working in their studios—capturing the home spirit of our creative community.

The Columbia Fire Department announced it is phasing out a firefighting foam that contains PFAS chemicals because they harm soil and water — and the department has bought a safer alternative.

CFD spokesperson Katherine Rodriguez said the new foam is both effective and much safer to use.

Mizzou alumnus Cot Fox has donated over $10 million to support cancer research at the university—his gift will fund renovations at the Veterinary Health Center and expand the Research Center for Human Animal Interaction after his dog and his father in law benefited from a drug developed at Mizzou.

Central Missouri Repeater Group Breakfast Meeting

8:30-10:00 a.m. — Summit Cafè — Free entry — Connect with fellow GMRS enthusiasts over breakfast and discuss local radio communication.

Georgia Bulldogs vs. Missouri Tigers Baseball

6:59-10:59 p.m. — Taylor Stadium — Check out the exciting matchup between Georgia and Missouri's college baseball teams.

CMRLC Gem & Mineral Show & Sale

12 PM – 4 PM — Knights of Columbus CKC Event Center — Entry Fee Applies — Explore a dazzling array of gems and minerals from various vendors.

Intro to Woodworking Class

9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. — MACCLab | A Community Makerspace — Class fee includes materials — Learn woodworking basics while creating a small project.

Basics of Industrial Sewing Class

5-8 p.m. — MACCLab | A Community Makerspace — All materials included — Learn sewing techniques while creating a tote bag from thick materials.

Jake Stack Live Performance

5-7 p.m. — Dive Bar — No cover — Enjoy a captivating performance by singer-songwriter Jake Stack from Cedar Rapids, Iowa.

CoolFest 2025

1-7 p.m. — The Arcade District — Free entry — Celebrate creativity with live music, awesome vendors, and delicious food trucks at the coolest event of the year.

ÆTHER REALM Concert

7-11 p.m. — The Blue Note — Cashless venue — Enjoy an evening of immersive music at this popular Columbia venue.

Intro to Shapeoko CNC Routers Class

6:00 – 8:30 PM — MACCLab | A Community Makerspace — Class fee includes materials — Explore woodworking with the Shapeoko router while learning essential safety protocols.

Intro to Vinyl Cutting Workshop

6-8 p.m. — MACCLab Makerspace — Materials included — Learn to master vinyl cutting with GCC vinyl cutters and Cricut Maker in this hands-on class.