Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 11th of August.
Good morning, Columbia.
🏘️ Community
Columbia Farmers Market hosted contests and celebrations for National Farmers Market Week—competitors chewed through a watermelon eating contest while kids built cars out of zucchinis in a hands-on workshop.
The event brought fun and unique challenges to the community.
🎓 Education
The Columbia Board of Education will vote on changes to the student transfer policy today at 5:30 p.m. at the Aslin Administration Building as part of its summer session for the upcoming school year.
The new policy will let approved transfers continue without yearly reapplication while evaluating requests from employees outside the district based on students’ educational needs.
Today, the Columbia Public Schools board will review last year’s legislative priorities and plan advocacy positions while receiving reports on school improvement and community listening sessions.
The board will also vote on an agreement with Specialized Education of Missouri Inc. and proposals for a new board administrator, intradistrict transfers and construction projects — a busy agenda for this meeting — as it prepares for the new school year.
🌲 Environment
A hydrologist offered flood safety tips for summer camp organizers, urging them to plan ahead, rely on trusted resources, and invest in a weather radio.
At Coopers Landing—an area along the Missouri River—owner Richard King, who survived a severe flood in 2019, said he will renovate the camp starting in October to make it flood proof by spring 2026.
🏛️ Government
Columbia city leaders are hosting budget town hall meetings today at City Hall (rooms 1A and 1B: 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. and 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.) to explain the 2026 fiscal year budget that shows a $40 million gap between expenses and revenue.
Council members will vote on the plan in September and residents may add their comments at the Aug.18 council meeting at 7 p.m.
🎉 Columbia Events
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Low Gap
8 PM — Rose Music Hall — Cashless venue — Enjoy a night of live music at this popular locale.
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
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
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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