Good morning, Columbia.

Columbia Public Schools Foundation donated $50,000 to the Lunch for Learners fund last Friday, lowering the school meal debt of $124,613 and urging the community to raise another $50,000—supporting families who struggle with extra meal costs.

A 17-year-old from Roach was hit by an SUV on Thursday evening near Route J and Highway 7 and was flown to University Hospital in Columbia after suffering serious injuries—officials reported the driver did not suffer injuries.

Columbia Police arrested 19-year-old Ramelus D.

Bradley Jr. on May 8 after a victim reported he threatened and assaulted them with a weapon at a residence and a University parking lot+ officers later located him in northern Columbia+ he now faces charges including Fourth-Degree Domestic Assault, Second-Degree Domestic Assault, Unlawful Use of a Weapon, and Armed Criminal Action.

Columbia police arrested Salvador Ocasio, 55, and Lionel Monsanto, 26, on Thursday after license plate readers linked them to a nationwide forgery and identity theft scheme involving the postal service — the suspects now face charges of forgery, identity theft and trafficking stolen identities.

On Friday, Lyle Miller, a man from Monroe County, was sentenced to life in prison after being convicted of second-degree murder & tampering with evidence for killing 88-year-old Betty Hayes in 2021, with investigators noting he was reportedly angry with her over unpaid work.

Lyle Miller, 65 — from Madison — was sentenced last Friday to life in prison for second-degree murder and four years for tampering with evidence after a Monroe County jury convicted him in March of killing 88-year-old Betty Hayes, whose remains were found in July after her disappearance in December 2021.

A Columbia man was arrested on Thursday after police said he assaulted a woman at her home, where her 2-year-old was present, and threatened her with a weapon at a University of Missouri parking lot—authorities charged 19-year-old Ramelus Bradley with multiple counts including fourth-degree and second-degree domestic assault, unlawful use of a weapon, and armed criminal action.

A Columbia man was arrested Thursday after police said 19-year-old Ramelus Bradley assaulted a woman and threatened her with a weapon at her home and a University of Missouri parking lot—officers safely removed her 2-year-old son before arresting him on Quail Drive.

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.

CSB Softball Missouri College Showcase

9 AM - 2 PM — Antimi Sports Complex — Registration fee $175 — Participate in a pro-style tryout and gain valuable insights from college coaches.

Columbia Track Club Summer Youth Program

11:00 PM – 12:45 AM — 4303 S Providence Rd, Columbia, MO — Online registration only — A fantastic opportunity for youth to engage in track activities during the summer.

Intro to Woodworking Class

5-8 p.m. — MACCLab — $100.00 — Learn woodworking basics and create your own project in a hands-on setting.

Charlie and the Chocolate Factory Screening

8:00-9:55 p.m. — Lakeside Ashland — No outside food or drink — Enjoy a classic movie with friends and family on a Friday night.