Daily
Columbia
Wednesday, June 18th, 2025
Good morning, Columbia. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 18th of June.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Glasgow law enforcement used a helicopter Tuesday in their manhunt for a suspect charged with second-degree murder after 18-year-old Zarion Simpson was fatally shot Sunday night in Columbia—officials urged residents to stay indoors and report any suspicious activity. KRCG
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Juneteenth is a federal and Missouri state holiday that marks the end of slavery based on the event of June 19, 1865, when Union troops freed enslaved people in Texas. State offices will be closed on June 19 and local communities will host events to honor the day — a significant reminder of America's journey toward freedom. Columbia Daily Tribune
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Columbia City Council looked into a new homeless transportation program after Monday’s meeting to help move nonlocal homeless people back to their homes—using a model from Lawrence that involves bus tickets costing between $30 and $300—and to explore ARPA and federal funding. The council will review funding options before moving forward with the pilot program. ABC 17
- ➤ MoDOT crews will begin upgrading pedestrian facilities on Boone County Route WW, known as East Broadway, from Brickton Road to South Rolling Hills Road this week, starting Thursday if weather allows—workers will update sidewalks, curb ramps and pavement approaches to meet the Americans with Disabilities Act. Temporary facility closures and intermittent single-lane restrictions will be in place until the project finishes by Dec. 1. KOMU 8
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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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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Character is much easier kept than recovered.
~ Thomas Paine
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