Good morning, Columbia.

Emergency responders met at Columbia College this past weekend for the inaugural All-Star EMS Conference hosted by The Bryant Gladney Foundation to honor Assistant Fire Chief Bryant Gladney who was killed in 2021.

They practiced EMS techniques at hands-on training stations and heard national speakers on trauma care, airway management and pre-hospital treatment — preparing them to better serve the community.

Doctoral candidates at Mizzou were honored in a hooding ceremony held Friday at Mizzou Arena as mentors placed academic hoods on them, sparking cheers from the audience.

The event celebrated the graduates' achievements and marked an important milestone in their academic journey.

On Saturday, over 6,000 students at the University of Missouri celebrated graduation as weekend ceremonies honored many fields of study while some planned to start jobs, internships, or further schooling.

Graduation events will finish today—national data shows a steady 4.2% unemployment rate and a 15.3% rate for new bachelor's graduates.

Columbia City Council will vote on more than 30 items Monday at 7 p.m. at City Hall, including a $5.4m sewer extension, a $4.7m salt dome for winter salt distribution, a MoDOT cost-share plan for pedestrian safety, paid studies for power line and transportation improvements, and a federal grant compliance measure—critics say the DEI elements may be weakened. The council will either approve or postpone these projects and initiatives.

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.

Midwest Tradeswomen Summit

9 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Stephens College — Free entry — Empower women in trades through networking, skill-building, and insightful discussions.

On-Site Tour at Solstice Senior Living

9 AM - 7 PM — Solstice Senior Living at Columbia — Free entry — Explore an award-winning community designed for vibrant independent living.

The Big Run 5K

6-7 p.m. — Stamos Endodontics — Free entry — Celebrate Global Running Day with a fun run/walk for all abilities at The Big Run 5K.