Good morning, Columbia.

AAA reported gas prices dropped 13-15 cents across Missouri but diesel remains high at $5.10 a gallon + higher diesel costs may push grocery and retail prices upward.

Midwest Retail and Grocery Alliance CEO Dan Shaul said local retailers are working to curb expenses.

573 Mamba Academy held its first fundraiser Saturday morning at MizzouRec to raise money for uniforms, fees, travel and gym rentals; the event featured a basketball game between seventh and eighth graders and community ambassadors (former college players) along with halftime challenges, a raffle and a silent auction.

Columbia Public Schools named Virginia Tate the new principal of Hickman High School for the 2026-27 school year.

Tate, the assistant principal at Rock Bridge High School (a former English teacher from Columbia, South Carolina), will replace Mary Grupe who moved to a district administrative role.

On June 4 from 6 to 7 p.m., Columbia Public Works will host an open meeting in Room 1C at City Hall to discuss traffic calming measures on Hoylake Drive following a study on speeding vehicles, inviting residents to share in-person feedback or comment online by June 19.

Columbia Regional Airport will launch a shuttle service tomorrow from its new south parking lot to the terminal; shuttles will run daily from 4 a.m. until midnight.

The service follows recent parking expansions and is set up ahead of Allegiant Air’s first flight Wednesday.

The eighth annual Missouri Walk of Neurofibromatosis took place at Stephens Lake Park on May 30 — drawing many residents to raise money and awareness for the genetic disorder.

Organizer Christina Thomas said the event aims to build local support for a future NF clinic.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Next Stop Comedy

8-10 p.m. — Bur Oak Brewing Company LLC — Entry details not provided — Enjoy live stand-up comedy in a vibrant local venue.

Family Story Time for Young Children

10-11 a.m. — Legends Rec-Plex — Free entry — Experience stories and rhymes designed for children five years and under.