Good morning, Columbia.

A flood-proof general store is set to open this month at Cooper's Landing, offering food, beverages, showers, toilets and event space for residents.

On Saturday, a ceremony was held at the Boone County Courthouse War Memorial to honor WWII veterans and meteorologists whose work aided the D-Day invasion; organizers said the tribute deepened public understanding of the sacrifices made.

Columbia NAACP hosted a kickoff event for Juneteenth celebrations that marked the start of month-long festivities.

Additional events are scheduled at local venues to bring the community together in celebration.

Juneteenth celebrations kicked off Saturday at Second Missionary Baptist Church, and events will continue with a downtown parade on June 20 and community luncheons scheduled through June 27 to honor Black civil rights.

The Columbia Public Schools board will vote on the fiscal year budget for 2026 to 2027 Monday night after a recent public hearing.

The plan uses excess reserves to cover a projected $11.6 million shortfall and includes votes on contracts for legal and special education services.

New and expecting parents attended the MidMo Baby Expo on Saturday at the Courtyard Columbia Convention Center from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m., where Boone Health hosted seminars on lactation, first aid, and pelvic floor therapy (with additional resources on postpartum mental health).

Emergency room visits for tick bites in Missouri surged in April when the CDC recorded 136 per 100,000 visits compared to 75 in earlier years.

Health officials urge residents to use EPA-approved repellents & treat clothing to prevent tick bites & serious illness.

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.