Good morning, Columbia.

The Rabbit Hole Stitchery will open its doors on Tuesday, July 21 at 124 E.

Nifong Blvd., Suite G (a new spot for needlepoint, hand stitching and mahjong supplies, classes, and events).

On July 14, the U.S. House passed the Sunshine Protection Act, moving the nation closer to permanent daylight saving time that could shift Missouri winter sunrises to around 8:26 a.m. in Columbia & extend evening light as the bill now heads to the Senate.

The Boone County Children’s Services Fund will use three priority areas (treatment, safety and basic needs) for future contracts based on community surveys; nonprofits and government services can submit proposals in spring or summer 2027 for contracts that start Jan.

1, 2028.

Albert-Oakland Pool in Columbia is closed until Saturday after maintenance staff found a cracked fitting in the pump room that disrupted its water filtration; it will also close on Mondays for the rest of the summer with renovations planned once the season ends.

Missouri Task Force 1 left Thursday at 1 p.m. for San Antonio to help respond to flooding in Texas after returning from southeastern Missouri.

The 45-member team from Boone County Fire Protection District will bring urban search and rescue and swift water rescue equipment + K9 dogs once they receive their assignment.

Columbia native Mikhaya Evans serves aboard USS Harry S Truman as a logistics specialist and earned early promotion & Blue Jacket award recognition.

He credits his customer-service background for helping him excel on the carrier in Norfolk.

FEMA activated Missouri Task Force 1 to deploy to San Antonio for flood response — the team of 45 members and over 100,000 pounds of equipment, which assisted with Missouri flooding in Sikeston earlier this week, will head to Texas when a deployment date is set.

Boone Health reported that fewer parents are opting for the vitamin K shot for newborns (a measure to prevent internal bleeding) and urged caregivers to review its benefits with health professionals.

Thirteen cyclosporiasis cases were reported in Boone County this week (up from nine earlier) as Boone Health and MU Health Care confirmed the illness with no hospitalizations noted.

Health officials are investigating links to a national outbreak and advise residents to wash produce thoroughly.

Lizzi & Rocco's hosts a free pet summer camp from July 19 to July 25 at both locations, featuring ice cream, DIY bandanas, cat and dog toys, paw print art, cookie decorating and Paint 'n Sip at Green Meadows from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.

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.

Twister Movie Night

8:30-10:30 p.m. — Lakeside Ashland — No outside food or drink — Enjoy a classic film under the stars with family and friends.

Brad Upton Live Performance

7 p.m. — The Blue Note — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an evening of laughter with comedian Brad Upton in Columbia's iconic venue.

Basics of Industrial Sewing Class

10 AM – 1 PM — MACCLab | A Community Makerspace — All materials included — Learn to use home sewing machines and industrial equipment while creating a tote bag.