Good morning, Columbia.

On Friday, June 12, a Block by Block safety ambassador responded to a medical emergency near Broadway and Hitt Street and called 911 — responders arrived in eight minutes to administer Narcan and transport the man.

The program will get specialized training next month to better support downtown residents.

Fire in the Sky on July 4 will take place at Stephens Lake Park with food, kids' activities and live entertainment starting at 6:30 p.m., followed by fireworks at 9:15 p.m. — a family-friendly celebration for the community.

Community members met Monday night in a city forum to discuss a new plan for Shops at Sharp End as COVID relief funds dwindled.

They said current participants must reapply if changes occur by September, and partners will meet with vendors on July 8 to guide future plans.

Community leaders and residents met Monday at the Shops at Sharp End to discuss its future as funding runs out in September and questions remain about its role in honoring Columbia’s Black business history + further input meetings will be held in July to plan the initiative’s next phase.

Heidelberg in downtown saw a small bump in patrons for USA games amid a slow summer, and owner Richard Walls said the local Kick it in COMO effort brings extra seating; he hopes interest will grow as the tournament moves into later rounds.

Veterans United promoted Kelley Frink to chief operations officer, expanding her role to oversee operations, finance and strategic planning at its Columbia office.

The promotion, announced on June 25, follows her service since 2013 and aims to enhance support for veterans and military families.

Missouri residents can access free oak tree disease testing at the MU Extension Plant Diagnostic Clinic in Columbia today.

The program, in partnership with the Missouri Department of Conservation, accepts digital photo submissions before requiring physical samples during clinic hours (9 a.m. to 4 p.m.)

The westbound I-70 on-ramp at Providence Road will close overnight on July 1, 6, and 7 from 8 p.m. to 6 a.m. for earthwork as part of the rebuilt overpass project & drivers are advised to use alternate routes during the construction.

The Missouri State Capitol shone red, white & blue starting Monday night to honor Fourth of July festivities and the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, Gov. Mike Kehoe announced on Facebook.

The celebration leads up to Independence Day on July 4.

With high temperatures expected this week, the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services and Columbia Fire Chief Brian Schaeffer warn that vulnerable people (the elderly, young children and those on mental health medications) should stay indoors with air conditioning to avoid heat-related problems.

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.

Class – Intro to Heat Transfers

6:00-8:30 p.m. — MACCLab | A Community Makerspace — $80.00 — Learn about heat transfer software and create projects in a hands-on class with provided materials.