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Columbia
Thursday, May 29th, 2025
Good morning, Columbia. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 29th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Columbia’s Habitat for Humanity ReStore hosted the grand opening of the Como Craftcycle Collective yesterday with a ribbon cutting by the Columbia Chamber of Commerce at 4:00 p.m.—the new shop repurposes leftover craft supplies and plans to sell art kits at Art in the Park on June 7-8 at Stephens Lake Park. KOMU 8
- ➤ After six years, the Columbia Memorial Day parade returned to downtown on Monday morning and was revived by Gold Star mother Sherry Wyatt—who lost her son in Afghanistan—to honor veterans and Gold Star families with a memorial service and wreath laying outside the Boone County Courthouse. Hundreds of residents gathered to pay respects to those who gave their lives defending our freedom. KRCG
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Authorities arrested Kayley Rae Birnbaum, 35, and Michael Thomas Birnbaum, 28, from Springfield for the 2021 murder of Columbia man Cody Garrett after Michael confessed on May 25—evidence links the duo to planning the ambush at Truman Lake Mountain Bike Park and benefiting from a life insurance policy. KRCG
- ➤ An 18-year-old boy was shot and killed Tuesday night on the 1300 block of Frideriki Drive in East Columbia after a disturbance led to a police standoff — officers with guns drawn have not yet released any suspect information. KOMU 8
- ➤ A fatal shooting occurred Tuesday night on North Frideriki Drive in Boone County, and a 16-year-old suspect was detained—facing charges of second-degree murder, armed criminal action, and unlawful use of a weapon. KOMU 8
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Columbia Public Schools held a meeting Monday to plan long-range improvements focusing on life and safety—upgrading classrooms to support modern technology is a top priority. Officials said parents and students can share their input at upcoming town hall meetings—feedback from the community will help shape future facility upgrades. KOMU 8
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Missouri confirmed it has agreed to share sensitive SNAP data with the USDA after receiving a letter on May 6 that asks for names, Social Security numbers, addresses and benefit totals from records beginning January 1. State officials say the sharing will protect program integrity—while privacy groups and a pending lawsuit argue it may break federal laws. KOMU 8
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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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Intro to Machine Embroidery Class
6:00-8:30 p.m. — MACCLab | A Community Makerspace — All materials provided — Learn to use the Melco Bravo embroidery machine and create your own embroidered patch.
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Moana 2 Screening
8:00-9:45 p.m. — Lakeside Ashland — No outside food or drink allowed — Enjoy a magical movie night under the stars with the sequel to a beloved tale.
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