Good morning, Columbia.

Logboat Brewing Company—famous in the Arcade District—celebrates 12 years on Saturday starting at noon with an anniversary party.

Attendees will enjoy new beer releases, a returning favorite brew, food from Irene’s and Ozark Mountain Biscuit Co., yard games and live music from 2-4 p.m.

Several summer festivals with music and food are planned in Columbia during June and July.

Local residents can look forward to a busy season of events that celebrate the city's vibrant culture.

The Missouri State Highway Patrol released its school bus inspection report on Wednesday showing 96.8% of Columbia Public Schools buses and 97.2% of Jefferson City Schools buses passed.

Buses rated defective require repair within 10 days, and districts meeting a 90% approval earned the Total Fleet Excellence Award.

Due to state budget cuts (reducing program funds), the Dolly Parton Imagination Library in Missouri will stop accepting new applications starting July 1 while currently enrolled children will receive books for about four months until funding is exhausted.

Residents attended a city open house Thursday that reviewed traffic calming solutions on Hoylake Drive after a study found vehicles were speeding.

Officials proposed speed humps, speed tables, and bulb-outs + residents can submit feedback online through June 19.

Downtown pavement work will occur in stages during June and July — the effort may lead to road closures and limited parking on local streets, in residential areas and at the MU campus.

Missouri lawmakers' bill to allow psychedelic-assisted therapy trials for veterans stalled in the Senate after strong House support, leaving advocates worried about missing federal advances.

The VA announced a new MDMA trial that will test innovative treatment for veterans with PTSD (a move aimed at boosting mental health care).

Columbia Water Utility is inviting community input on a proposed irrigation ordinance to reduce water use and support sustainable growth.

Two meetings are scheduled — one at 6 p.m. June 10 at City Hall (701 E. Broadway) and another at 4 p.m. June 17 at the Activity and Recreation Center (1701 W. Ash St.).

Kansas City-based American Shaman will stop selling kratom products containing 7-OH in Missouri immediately after agreeing with Missouri Attorney General Catherine Hanaway to end litigation + the firm must implement sales controls to avoid a $5 million penalty.

Peter’s Lake in Fayette is temporarily closed due to heavy rainfall that washed out its spillway.

City officials are assessing the damage and planning repairs (updates to follow).

Albert-Oakland Family Aquatic Center closed Thursday for repairs to its filtration system after water clarity issues early this week.

The city expects the pool to reopen today, said Parks and Recreation.

Cooling centers will open this summer to help residents avoid extreme heat.

Locations such as ARC (Activity and Recreation Center) and Columbia Public Library will offer public spaces during normal business hours, according to a city release.

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.

Intro to Vinyl Cutting Class

6-8 p.m. — MACCLab | A Community Makerspace — Class fee applies — Learn to use vinyl cutters and create projects like a tote and chalkboard sign.

Friday Night Movie: Hoppers

8:30-10:30 p.m. — Lakeside Ashland — No outside food or drink — Enjoy a family-friendly movie night under the stars.

Iron Man Movie Screening

8:30 – 10:30 PM — Lakeside Ashland — No outside food or drink — Enjoy a classic superhero film under the stars with family and friends.