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Columbia
Tuesday, June 17th, 2025
Good morning, Columbia. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 17th of June.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Columbia police arrested a juvenile after 18-year-old Zarian Simpson died from a gunshot wound on June 15 around 8 p.m. near East Broadway and Old 63; the juvenile faces charges of second-degree murder, first-degree robbery, armed criminal action and unlawful use of a weapon. KRCG
- ➤ Cole County Judge Cotton Walker ordered St. Paul Fire and Marine Company and The Travelers Indemnity Company to pay Ryan Ferguson $43,840,538—money awarded after he spent over a decade in prison for a 2001 murder for which his conviction was later overturned in 2013. KRCG
- ➤ Columbia police said someone set a person on fire on Paris Road at about 11:45 p.m. Sunday—leaving the victim with life-threatening injuries and minor porch damage while the suspect fled on a bicycle toward College Avenue. KOMU 8
- ➤ Columbia police arrested a juvenile on charges of second-degree murder, first-degree robbery, armed criminal action and unlawful use of a weapon after an 18-year-old was fatally shot Sunday around 8 p.m. at Eastgate Apartments near the intersection of East Broadway and Old Highway 63—detectives are investigating the case. KRCG
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ A Weather Alert Day is in effect for storms that will bring damaging wind and hail from late Tuesday night through Wednesday night. The threat—according to ABC17—may include weak tornadoes, so residents should secure outdoor items before going to bed. ABC 17
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Columbia City Council voted 5-1 on Monday to amend its strategic plan by restoring its 2021 equity statement that assures fair access to services, opportunities, and resources for all residents. The council acted after community outreach and planning to address risks to federal funds from past executive orders—hoping the change brings clearer public transparency. KRCG
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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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City of Refuge Summer Market
9 PM – 2 AM — 10 N Garth Ave, Columbia, MO — Free entry — Explore local and refugee artisan work while enjoying delicious food, drinks, and live entertainment.
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Intro to Woodworking Class
9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. — MACCLab | A Community Makerspace — All materials provided — Learn woodshop safety and create a small project in this hands-on class.
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The Native Howl Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — Rose Music Hall — $38 — Experience an electrifying performance by The Native Howl in an intimate setting.
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Missouri Amateur Championship
Jun 24-29 — The Club at Old Hawthorne — Entry based on eligibility — Witness the top amateur golfers of Missouri compete for the championship title.
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Know Your Numbers Workshop
11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. — Accounting Plus — Light lunch provided — Learn to read financial reports and improve your business efficiency.
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SPOKEN Poetry Reading at Cafe Berlin
11 PM – 1 AM — Cafe Berlin — Tickets not on sale — Enjoy the heartfelt poetry of Agnes Vojta and Aliki Barnstone in a cozy atmosphere.
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Live Music: The House Band
6-7:30 p.m. — Sentinel Park — Free entry — Get ready to rock out with The House Band's electrifying mix of classics under the stars.
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Intro to Machine Embroidery Class
10 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. — MACCLab | A Community Makerspace — $70 — Dive into machine embroidery with hands-on experience using the Melco Bravo.
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Taylorville - A Tribute to Taylor Swift
2-3:30 p.m. — The Blue Note — Cost Info Not Provided — Immerse yourself in the world of Taylor Swift with chart-topping hits and cherished deep cuts.
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