Good morning, Columbia.

The Albert-Oakland Aquatic Center reopened its pool after staff fixed a three-day filtration issue – further renovations are planned.

The facility is now available for community use.

Cole County World War II hero Wilbert Linsenbardt was given full military honors at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church Friday as family and officials laid him to rest after his remains were identified more than 80 years later through DNA testing.

Local nonprofits held a gun violence awareness gathering Friday night at Douglass Park with survivors and community members wearing orange to call for improved park security measures (a push for closer community collaboration) as part of National Gun Violence Awareness Day.

Today the Columbia airport operated its first nonstop flight to Florida, setting new records for the service.

The historic event is expected to drive more travel and boost local business.

The Columbia Art League is hosting its 67th Art in the Park festival today and Sunday at Stephens Lake Park with over 100 stalls — local artists including Stephanie Farr use recycled trash to create works that honor our waterways and community spirit.

Stephens Lake Park is hosting Art in the Park (67th edition) with events running from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. today and from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday.

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.

Family Story Time

10-11 a.m. — Legends Rec-Plex — Free entry — Experience a delightful morning of stories, rhymes, and fun for families with young children.