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Columbia
Monday, May 26th, 2025
Good morning, Columbia. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 26th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Rainy conditions and high gas prices did not slow travel this Memorial Day weekend as one Columbia travel center recorded over 1,000 visitors before noon on Saturday. AAA expected 45.1 million people to travel nationwide while local residents took advantage of early school release and fuel stayed near $2.99 at most stations. KOMU 8
- ➤ Columbia Gold Star mom Sherry Wyatt is reviving the Memorial Day parade today in downtown Columbia to honor Gold Star families. The parade will start at 10 a.m.—a wreath-laying ceremony will follow at the Boone County Courthouse with several local Gold Star families serving as grand marshals. KOMU 8
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ On Saturday evening, a 12-year-old boy from Climax Springs was seriously injured when his 2002 Suzuki ATV left the road on Dodds Camp Road at Prospect Place in Camden County and struck a tree in a creek bed, and he was taken to Lake Regional Hospital while a 17-year-old passenger suffered minor injuries. ABC 17
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Columbia Public Schools honored 1,422 graduates from Battle, Hickman, Douglass, and Rock Bridge High Schools in ceremonies held Friday at the Missouri Theatre and Saturday at Mizzou Arena—students earned over $14.5 million in scholarships for college. KOMU 8
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Lawmakers said Missouri veterans homes lack stable funding as the Missouri Veterans Commission relies on $80 million from marijuana sales taxes and declining casino fees for operational costs—officials stress that more dependable support must come from the legislature. Columbia Daily Tribune
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Bikers will ride 32.7 miles on the MKT Nature and Fitness Trail as part of the 16th Pedaler’s Jamboree — an event that draws local cycling enthusiasts — and the ride will test their endurance. Columbia Missourian
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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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Midwest Tradeswomen Summit
9 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Stephens College — Free entry — Empower women in trades through networking, skill-building, and insightful discussions.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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The Fried Crawdaddies Concert
6-7:30 p.m. — Rose Music Hall — Cashless venue — Enjoy an evening of live music with The Fried Crawdaddies.
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Barnie's Place 5K Race: Go the Extra Mile
1-3 p.m. — Cosmo Park — $25 — Support Barnie's Feline Rescue as you run a scenic 5K course for community cats.
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Intro to Longarm Quilting Class
6-8 p.m. — MACCLab | A Community Makerspace — Class fee includes all materials — Learn to use the HandiQuilter Simply Sixteen while creating a small quilted tapestry.
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