Good morning, Columbia.

The Salvation Army in Columbia gave away box fans Tuesday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Douglass Park, with supplies from Westlake Ace Hardware (sponsor) and recipients needing to show ID and complete an information sheet.

New Day Columbia opened its day center Monday at the VAC Opportunity Campus near Business Loop to offer homeless individuals washers, dryers, showers, computer lab, storage, and wifi (open 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. weekdays) while the nonprofit rebranded to avoid donor confusion.

Voluntary Action Center’s Opportunity Campus nearly launches as a one-stop hub for shelter, emergency food, a medical clinic, and day services; Waypoint Shelter will add 150 beds and Loaves and Fishes will serve meals next week at the 50,000 sqft facility set to open fully mid-July.

Wilkes Boulevard United Methodist Church closed after 112 years on Sunday when it held its final homecoming service that united past and present members (including those who valued Turning Point's help with homelessness).

Church leaders had explored options to keep it open but found no viable plan.

Community members and landowners are working to save the nearly 400-year-old Big Tree on Burr Oak Road as it shows signs of decline.

The tree, damaged by lightning in 2020, now has a wire-mounted protection system (installed by Trees Forests and Landscaping) to help preserve its legacy.

A Cole County judge ruled that Columbia Public Schools may continue challenging the law that lets charter schools operate in Boone County (the public notice claim was dismissed) and the next hearing is set for Aug.

3 with a charter school planned to open in 2027.

DESE submitted its proposed A—F school grading system to Gov. Mike Kehoe to offer clear performance data for local public schools.

The department will present the proposal to the State Board in August.

MoDOT will pause I-70 construction starting July 2 to ease traffic during the Fourth of July weekend (affecting work zones from Blue Springs to Wentzville) while work resumes July 6 to continue the project.

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.