Daily
Columbia
Sunday, May 3rd, 2026
Good morning, Columbia. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 3rd of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Smooth Noodles won the 2026 Booneanza treasure hunt by solving countywide puzzles and uncovering a 2.53-carat diamond valued at $10,000 (found at 2:15 p.m. on Wednesday). The event raised nearly $13,000 for the Boone County Historical Society and will offer a lower-cost version of the hunt for interested community members. KOMU 8
- ➤ Community members expressed concern after a suicide occurred on Thursday near the downtown parking garage at Fifth and Walnut and Ward 1 Councilwoman Valerie Carroll plans to contact the city manager to discuss additional safety measures. ABC 17
- ➤ Veteran's Outdoor Therapy held its first turkey hunt retreat for combat veterans, offering turkey hunts and fishing for veterans from Missouri+Ohio+Nebraska. Donations from local businesses support the trips, and a Poker Run scheduled for June 20 in Columbia will follow later this year. KOMU 8
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Toby Arquette has completed 60 days as president at Columbia College and is committed to radical transparency, academic excellence and serving future leaders. Columbia Missourian
- ➤ Boone County will host its free, five-day Girls in Emergency Management Camp that offers high school girls hands-on experience in public safety, government and emergency management. The camp runs June 1-5 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. with applications due by Tuesday, May 19. KOMU 8
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The City of Columbia announced road work on May 4 and May 5 that will shift lanes for pavement testing on East Green Meadows Road and Veterans United Parkway and install an air conditioning unit on East Walnut Street. Detours will guide traffic and pedestrians while work is underway. KOMU 8
- ➤ MDC updated its fall hunting permits. The agency will offer 2,000 black bear permits — harvest quota raised to 60 from Oct. 17-30 — and five bull elk permits for an archery season Oct. 17-25 and a firearms season Dec. 12-20. KOMU 8
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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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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.
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Apollo 13 Movie Night
8-10 p.m. — Lakeside Ashland — No outside food or drink — Celebrate cinematic history with the thrilling Apollo 13 on a Saturday night under the stars.
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Sporting KC Summer Soccer Camp
5-8 p.m. — Columbia Cosmopolitan Recreation Area — $130-$225 — Young soccer enthusiasts can improve their skills under professional coaching in a fun and engaging environment.
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Arts Fishing Club Performance
7:00-9:30 p.m. — Rose Music Hall — Cashless venue — Enjoy an evening of captivating live music at Rose Music Hall.
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