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Columbia
Tuesday, June 3rd, 2025
Good morning, Columbia. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 3rd of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Cosmo Bike Park in Columbia is now open just in time for summer. The park was dedicated on May 22 and built with a $250,000 donation from Veterans United Foundation and $300,000 from the Frank W. Morris Memorial Trust Committee—offering a designated trailhead, pump track, bike playground and trails maintained by park staff and COMO Trails Association volunteers. KOMU 8
- ➤ The Columbia Farmers Market takes place every Saturday from 8 a.m. to noon in the MU Health Care Pavilion and features over 80 vendors with fresh produce, baked goods and live music, with the Midweek Market having returned on May 28. The Columbia Center for Urban Agriculture at 1769 W. Ash St. runs a ten-acre Agriculture Park in Clary-Shy Community Park and is building an 11,000-square-foot Community Welcome Center — a new hub for public events and resources. COMO Magazine
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Authorities charged Octavious Bradshaw, 29, with four felonies after his five-hour standoff with Columbia police on Summit Road — the charges were filed following the incident. Columbia Missourian
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Conservation agents in Columbia explained that local wildlife such as coyotes, foxes, and snakes are part of a long-established habitat and that myths about copperheads and mountain lions harming pets or children are greatly exaggerated. They noted that as the city grows, people are moving into animal territory – a reminder that successful conservation efforts have made native species more visible. COMO Magazine
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ At a pre-council meeting Monday, Columbia City Council looked at ideas to rebuild the recycling facility that closed on April 20 after a tornado hit it. Kate Vasquez from RRT Design and Construction explained three plans—one to rebuild at the old site, one at the landfill, and one on a gravel lot—and recommended the second option, which is estimated to cost about $26.4 million and offer safe traffic flow. KOMU 8
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Megan Krohn has been named the new chief dental consultant at the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services and will begin improving oral health for Missourians on June 16. She worked nine years as executive vice president at Swope Health after earning oral surgery honors from the University of Missouri at Kansas City School of Dentistry. KOMU 8
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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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Top Gun: Maverick Movie Night
8-10 p.m. — Lakeside Ashland — No outside food or drink — Enjoy a thrilling outdoor movie night featuring Top Gun: Maverick.
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Breakthrough Basketball Shooting & Ball Handling Camp
Jun 17-19 — Columbia Sports Fieldhouse — Registration required — Enhance your basketball skills with professional coaching in shooting and ball handling.
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Tracking Finances for Startups
4:30-5:30 p.m. — Accounting Plus — Cost not specified — Learn essential financial tracking skills to empower your startup's success.
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