Good morning, Columbia.

Gary Pinkel hosted his seventh-annual Par 3 Golf Tournament Monday at the Old Hawthorne in Columbia to raise funds for his foundation that helps Missouri kids with cancer, disabilities and social economic challenges.

Former players and coaches attended the event and bolstered his long-running fundraiser+ his work continues to support kids in need.

A road rage incident led to a fatal shooting at a McDonald's on Nifong Boulevard in south Columbia on Sunday at 1 p.m.—32-year-old Derek Gonzalez died at a hospital while another person was treated for gunshot wounds, and a suspect was released without charges.

A Columbia man was fatally shot and another injured near -Nifong McDonald's- on May 18th at about -12:40 p.m.-, police said.

John Lonce Williamson, a Columbia man accused of killing his ex-girlfriend during a 2023 altercation that left her with a gunshot wound in her neck, is set to face trial this week.

A man won $100,000 from a 300X scratcher ticket purchased at Midway Auto Truck Plaza in Columbia — he later claimed his prize at Missouri Lottery headquarters in Jefferson City.

On Monday, the UM System Board of Curators finalized a 5% undergraduate tuition increase for the 2025-26 academic year—raising tuition by about $20 to $25 per credit hour at campuses in Columbia, Kansas City, St. Louis and Rolla.

Graduate rates will rise between 3% and 5% as the system invests in new courses, better facilities, and expanded research opportunities.

Parking citations in Columbia jumped after the city switched enforcement from the police to Public Works, with 4,829 tickets issued in April compared to 93 the previous year—meter, garage and ParkMobile revenues also rose by 29%.

Public Works spokesman John Ogan said the city plans to replace the nearly 70-year-old meter system in about three years using funds from meter payments and parking passes rather than ticket fees.

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.

Show-Me State Games 2025: Missouri State Senior Games

8 AM – 8 AM — Albert-Oakland Park — Entry fee varies — Compete in pickleball at a community-focused event promoting sports and fitness in Columbia.

The Fried Crawdaddies Concert

6-7:30 p.m. — Rose Music Hall — Cashless venue — Enjoy an evening of live music with The Fried Crawdaddies.