Good morning, Columbia.

On Tuesday, hundreds gathered in California to watch Union Pacific’s Big Boy 4014 steam locomotive draw visitors from across the state.

The historic engine is on display today at Kansas City Union Station during two public viewings.

The Boone County Fair began Tuesday at 5 p.m. at 5212 Okland Gravel Rd, and Columbia PD, Fire Department, and Boone County OEM continue to enforce security protocols—restricting bags and weapons and using drones for aerial monitoring—to keep fairgoers safe until it ends July 25.

Columbia Regional Airport recorded 19,584 departing passengers in June as expanded routes and increased airline capacity drove higher traffic.

The airport added a new 600-space south parking lot + daily shuttle service to help meet growing travel demand.

A new report shows Missourians spent an estimated $46.3 million on OnlyFans in 2025 with Columbia residents accounting for $1.1 million while St. Louis led with $7.9 million; Missouri’s new adult-content law will take effect Aug.

28, requiring sites to verify users’ ages.

Missouri Task Force 1 is departing southern Texas early today for San Antonio to remain ready for additional rescue assignments as Tropical Storm Bertha nears the Gulf Coast (following its recent flood response efforts along the Rio Grande).

Columbia/Boone County Public Health reported 45 cyclosporiasis cases in the area by Tuesday afternoon (37 from Boone and 5 from Cole) while the University of Missouri recalled iceberg lettuce amid a state alert noting 216 cases statewide this week.

Missouri football coach Eli Drinkwitz said expected starting right tackle Josh Atkins sustained a setback in his spring injury recovery, leaving Mississippi State transfer Luke Work and fourth-year Logan Reichert to compete for the position as the Tigers prepare for fall camp.

Mizzou coach Eli Drinkwitz said on Monday at SEC Media Days in Tampa that running back Ahmad Hardy will begin a return-to-play protocol in five to eight weeks – showing promise for his comeback later this summer.

Hardy sustained a gunshot wound in May.

At SEC Media Days in Tampa — Florida — Mizzou coach Eli Drinkwitz said on July 20 that he opposes a playoff selection committee and wants teams to earn spots solely on the field; he warned the system is flawed as plans for an expanded playoff in 2027 are set to be decided.

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.