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Columbia
Thursday, August 15th, 2024
Good morning, Columbia. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 15th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Columbia City sends out a survey to a random selection of households to gather community feedback on city services, aiming for 800 completed surveys to ensure statistical significance. ABC 17
- ➤ The Columbia Police Department is engaging with the community to discuss the implementation of the Flock Safety camera system for enhanced security. ABC 17
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Mahi's Ethiopian Kitchen celebrated its official opening in Columbia, offering authentic Ethiopian cuisine and honoring culinary traditions after a successful soft launch supported by the community. Inside Columbia
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Dolly Parton is set to visit Missouri for a celebration event on August 27, recognizing the state's full adoption of her Imagination Library program, which now sends free books monthly to over 137,000 Missouri children under 5. Columbia Daily Tribune
- ➤ Nearly 6,000 University of Missouri freshmen are expected to move into residence halls, causing anticipated traffic delays on major roads. ABC 17
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Lucas Kunce declines a debate hosted by Hawley-endorsed Missouri Farm Bureau, advocating for a debate by neutral media groups. KOMU 8
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ A Boone County resident won $50,000 from a Missouri Lottery scratcher with eye-catching graphics on August 12, 2024. KRCG
- ➤ Logboat Brewing Co. introduces The Car Bar, a mobile bar service catering to events of any size, featuring beer, cider, and potential wine and liquor options. Inside Columbia
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Kitten Yoga Experience at Hexagon Alley
Experience the joy of practicing yoga alongside playful kittens, benefiting both your relaxation and the socialization of adoptable cats.
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Intro to Machine Embroidery Class
Learn to operate the Melco Bravo embroidery machine and create an embroidered patch while following essential safety protocols.
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Iron Tiger's Friday the 13th Tattoo Extravaganza in Columbia
Experience a unique 13-hour tattoo marathon featuring 70 select designs, all priced at $13, at The District on Friday the 13th.
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Enjoy Live Blues with GrajMahal at Dive Bar
Experience a vibrant evening of blues music with GrajMahal, featuring an open atmosphere for dancing and enjoyment.
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