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Columbia
Monday, May 25th, 2026
Good morning, Columbia. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 25th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Westlake Ace Hardware is partnering with The Salvation Army to run their annual Fan Drive in Columbia; the campaign runs May 18 through June 6 to raise funds for new box fans to help local families beat extreme summer heat — donations are accepted in store and online. Columbia Daily Tribune
- ➤ PetSmart will host a free pet adoption event on Saturday, May 30 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 229 N. Stadium Blvd. Sarah Begemann’s giveaway win will benefit the Central Missouri Humane Society with a $10,000 donation & waived adoption fees for customers. KOMU 8
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ CPS high school graduates were honored today in ceremonies that celebrated their hard work, joy, grace and resilience; schools including (Douglass, Hickman, Battle and Rock Bridge) shared inspiring words encouraging new chapters. Columbia Missourian
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The city of Columbia released its 2025 State of Homelessness report, showing that Boone County had 309 people experiencing homelessness and 298 shelter beds available. The report highlights that permanent supportive housing (costing $13.76 per day) is the most cost-effective long-term solution. KOMU 8
- ➤ Today at 9 a.m., the Boone County Courthouse hosts a Memorial Day ceremony honoring six Iowa soldiers killed in the Iran conflict and Columbia’s Sterling Wyatt, killed in Afghanistan. A parade starts at 10 a.m. on East Broadway Street and a Gold Star tribute occurs at 11:15 a.m. for families. ABC 17
- ➤ Gov. Mike Kehoe invites state leaders, researchers and industry experts to a public forum at Missouri S&T’s Protoplex in Rolla on June 18 from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. to examine how AI and data centers may shape energy demand, job growth and community impact statewide. Columbia Daily Tribune
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Blue Note will host a free naloxone education event on May 26 from noon to 1 p.m. at 17 N. Ninth St.—partnering with Boone County Overdose Response Coalition and local public health staff to offer training and naloxone distribution. KOMU 8
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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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Zootopia 2 Movie Night
6:30-10 p.m. — Lakeside Ashland — No entry fee — Enjoy a family-friendly screening of Zootopia 2 under the stars.
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Lilo & Stitch Movie Night
8-10 p.m. — Lakeside Ashland — Free for teachers and their guests — Enjoy a nostalgic evening under the stars with Lilo & Stitch.
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2026 CSI | NAWIC Golf Tournament
8 AM – 3 PM — The Club at Old Hawthorne — Team registrations and sponsorships available — Swing for a good cause with proceeds benefiting local educational programs and scholarships.
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Breakthrough Basketball Skills Camp
Youth Basketball Camp — Jun 9-11 — Columbia Sports Fieldhouse — $97 observed coach fee — Improve your scoring and ball handling at this high-intensity camp for kids in grades 3-8.
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Callaway Chamber Monthly Roundtable Tour
8:30-10:00 a.m. — Callaway Chamber of Commerce — Free entry — Engage with community members and industry leaders to explore local workforce opportunities.
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2026 Show-Me State Games / Missouri State Senior Games
All day — Albert-Oakland Park — Various entry fees — Compete or enjoy playing pickleball at one of Columbia's premier venues.
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~ Jean-Paul Sartre
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