Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 26th of June.
Good morning, Columbia.
Columbia residents with talented dogs can join Lizzi and Rocco’s Dog Field Day this Sunday, June 28 at noon at the south location (550 East Green Meadows) where pups compete in challenges like a scent test, musical sit and egg walk for prizes.
Ashland Masonic Lodge No. 156, the Ashland Chapter No. 309 Order of the Eastern Star, and the Masonic Home of Missouri raised over $13,000 in community donations and a fish fry fundraiser in April (the donation will reduce student meal debt).
The donation was presented at the June Board meeting.
The Morning Shag, a popular local radio show, celebrates its 14th birthday tomorrow at 8 p.m. at The Blue Note — with a live broadcast featuring classic segments and free limited-edition shirts for the first 96 attendees.
Yesterday, the University of Missouri Board of Curators approved the fiscal year 2027 budget during a meeting in Springfield.
The Columbia campus is set to see a 12% drop in grant revenue and a 3.3% rise in undergraduate enrollment amid a $5.49 billion system budget.
Mizzou announced that Vice Provost Jim Spain, who spent over 35 years at the university, will retire soon.
His departure marks the end of a long era in the institution’s leadership.
Columbia and Boone County Public Health will attend a Boone County Commission meeting in Rocheport on July 2 to provide screenings and education.
Meanwhile, the National Weather Service has issued a flood warning for Hinkson Creek this evening to Saturday morning as river levels are expected to rise.
Boone Health has earned renewal of its Level I STEMI (ST-Elevation Myocardial Infarction) Center designation from the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services, reaffirming its ability to provide rapid, life-saving heart attack care in Mid-Missouri.
Columbia College sold nine downtown properties for $2 million after its auction ended Wednesday; the deal included 21 residential rental units, two vacant lots, and one mixed-use office building.
The U.S. men's national soccer team will face Turkey at The Atrium on Tenth today starting at 3 p.m. with kickoff at 9 p.m. and a cash bar + featured cocktails for fans.
Finding Nemo Outdoor Movie Night
8:30 – 10:30 PM — Lakeside Ashland — No outside food or drink — Bring the family for a night of fun with Pixar's classic adventure.
Red White & Blues Celebration
6:00 – 8:30 PM — Rose Music Hall — Cashless venue — Enjoy a vibrant evening of music and community at Rose Park.
Intro to Vinyl Cutting Class
6-8 p.m. — MACCLab | A Community Makerspace — Class fee includes materials — Learn to create vinyl projects with GCC vinyl cutters and Cricut Maker in a hands-on session.
Callaway Chamber Monthly Roundtable Tour
8:30-10 a.m. — Callaway Chamber of Commerce — Free entry — Engage with community members and business leaders to discuss local workforce developments.
Basics of Industrial Sewing Class
5-8 p.m. — MACCLab | A Community Makerspace — Class fee includes materials — Master the fundamentals of industrial sewing and create your very own tote bag.
Incredibles Movie Night
8-10 p.m. — Lakeside Ashland — No outside food or drink — Enjoy a family-friendly movie night under the stars with the Incredibles.
Clay Street Unit + Arkansauce Concert
7:30-9:00 p.m. — Rose Music Hall — Ticket availability varies — Enjoy an evening of live music from local favorites Clay Street Unit and Arkansauce.
Encanto Outdoor Movie Night
8-10 p.m. — Lakeside Ashland — No outside food or drink — Enjoy a magical evening with Encanto under the stars.
A League of Their Own Movie Night
8:30-10:30 p.m. — Lakeside Ashland — No outside food or drink — Enjoy a classic film under the stars with friends and family.
Nike Basketball Camp at Battle High School
9 a.m.-3 p.m. — Battle High School — $299 — Develop basketball skills at this comprehensive camp with professional coaching.
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