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Columbia
Sunday, August 10th, 2025
Good morning, Columbia. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 10th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Columbia Housing and Neighborhood Services approved 12 mini-grant projects using Bloomberg Philanthropies' Love Your Block grant to revitalize local neighborhoods. The projects, which include new community garden signs and exterior improvements, must be completed by the end of August. KOMU 8
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Bland man, David M. Lueke Jr., was arrested Friday on first-degree murder charges in connection with a homicide in Gasconade County—where officials say the death initially reported as a suicide was later investigated as a homicide—and he is held at Franklin County Adult Detention Facility on a $500,000 cash only bond. ABC 17
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Columbia police said retired K-9 Gorrit (an 11-year-old Dutch shepherd) died after serving from 2015 until his retirement in January; he spent his retirement with Sgt. Jamie Dowler and his family. KOMU 8
- ➤ The Missouri State Highway Patrol urged Columbia drivers to slow down as more school buses, student drivers, and cyclists will join the roads when school begins this August—843 crashes occurred last year—and parents are urged to stay alert at bus stops. ABC 17
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Columbia Health Department held its first back-to-school vaccine clinic for K-12 students on Saturday at the Public Health and Human Services Department on W. Worley St. The second clinic is set for August 16 by appointment after free in-school shots ended due to an $804,000 funding cut—families are advised to check with their providers for vaccinations. KOMU 8
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ At Saturday’s fall camp scrimmage, Mizzou coach Eli Drinkwitz answered live questions from reporters to share insight into the team’s progress—detailing his responses as the camp continues. ABC 17
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Intro to Longarm Quilting Class
6-8 p.m. — MACCLab | A Community Makerspace — All materials provided — Learn to use the HandiQuilter Simply Sixteen while creating your own quilted tapestry.
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Teachers Appreciation Breakfast
8-10 a.m. — Champ Auditorium — No cost listed — Celebrate and uplift educators from Callaway County as they prepare for the new school year.
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James A. Whitt Sr. Golf Tournament
8 AM – 2 PM — A. L. Gustin Golf Course — Individual golfer entry or team registration available — Tee off for a purpose while supporting local minority and women-owned businesses.
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Intro to Woodworking Class
9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. — MACCLab | A Community Makerspace — Materials included — Test your skills as you learn woodworking basics and create a small project.
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DJ Requiem Live Performance
10 a.m. — Rose Music Hall — Cashless venue — Experience a unique DJ set in a vibrant atmosphere at Rose Music Hall.
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Whitey Morgan Concert
7-9:30 p.m. — The Blue Note — Tickets required — Enjoy an evening with country artist Whitey Morgan, sharing tunes from his successful 15-year career.
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Missouri Bird Conservation Initiative Conference
5-10 p.m. — Columbia Country Club — Registration covers meals — Engage with passionate birders and partake in conservation discussions over two days.
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Low Gap
8 PM — Rose Music Hall — Cashless venue — Enjoy a night of live music at this popular locale.
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Murder at the Tiger Saloon
This western themed murder mystery takes place in a saloon (The Grand Ballroom at voco The Tiger Hotel) full of interesting characters. Includes: immersive acting, signature themed cocktails, 3 course dinner, and more
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Murder at the Tiger Saloon
This western themed murder mystery takes place in a saloon (The Grand Ballroom at voco The Tiger Hotel) full of interesting characters. Includes: immersive acting, signature themed cocktails, 3 course dinner, and more
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Bumps & Brunch 2025
1-3 p.m. — The Vineyards — $10 — Enjoy brunch while experts share invaluable insights for moms-to-be and new moms.
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