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Columbia
Monday, May 12th, 2025
Good morning, Columbia. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 12th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Local Motion launched the 23rd Bike, Walk, and Wheel Week on Mother's Day weekend — events include groups riding at Stephens Lake Park and gatherings across town to promote active travel. The celebration will continue Tuesday with a free bike and wheelchair wash at Logboat Brewery and finish Friday with Breakfast Station Day at several locations. KOMU 8
- ➤ Wilkes Boulevard United Methodist Church will lose a key funding source when the Turning Point Day Resource Center moves to the Opportunity Campus next year — a change expected to drop its budget by $350,000. The church hosted a town hall on May 11 to plan for new funding to cover the loss. KOMU 8
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A passenger was left in serious condition after a suspected DWI crash on Saturday evening when Columbia driver Saul Diaz, 25, crossed the center line on the 3800 Block of Ponderosa Street and struck an oncoming vehicle—Diaz was arrested on multiple charges as EMS transported all injured to a local hospital and the investigation continues. KOMU 8
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Columbia Public Schools board will review how local tax changes, a freeze for Boone County seniors and Senate Bill 727 affect its budget during today's meeting as CFO Heather McArthur presents a finance update. Staff will also consider a contract to sponsor international educators via a visa program — along with several policy and construction updates — as the district plans for increased expenses through the 2029-30 school year. Columbia Daily Tribune
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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.
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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.
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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.
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ÆTHER REALM Concert
7-11 p.m. — The Blue Note — Cashless venue — Enjoy an evening of immersive music at this popular Columbia venue.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Intro to Woodworking Class
5-8 p.m. — MACCLab — $100.00 — Learn woodworking basics and create your own project in a hands-on setting.
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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.
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