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Columbia
Saturday, August 16th, 2025
Good morning, Columbia. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 16th of August.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Columbia police arrested David Adams, 44, and Julius Cureton, 37, on Aug. 14 in connection with the 2017 home invasion that left Augustus Roberts dead in Columbia—Adams was taken on Paris Road and Cureton near Rolling Hills and Pride Mountain Drive in a drug-related case. Columbia Daily Tribune
- ➤ Columbia police arrested two men — David Adams and Julius Cureton — on Thursday in connection to the December 2017 home invasion and homicide of Augustus Roberts, a case linked to a drug trafficking conspiracy. KOMU 8
- ➤ A Columbia man, Travion Reams, 32, was charged with a dozen felonies in Cole County after a chase in Jefferson City reportedly led to his silver Hyundai hitting an officer’s patrol vehicle—passenger Johnny Ellis, 51, was charged with illegal gun possession and armed criminal action. ABC 17
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Columbia Public Works Department will start pavement maintenance on several residential streets at 7 a.m. Monday and continue until Sept. 3 with lanes closed and no-parking signs posted — Columbia Street Division crews will resurface four streets daily from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. until work ends by 7 p.m. Thursday. KOMU 8
- ➤ The Columbia City Council will decide on keeping free Go COMO bus fares for another year during its Monday meeting & will also swear in Second Ward Councilperson Vera Elwood. Columbia Missourian
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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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3 Growth Habits for Business Success
11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. — Accounting Plus — Free entry — Learn how to develop effective habits that boost cashflow and achieve business goals more efficiently.
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2025 Missouri Tigers Football Season Tickets
6:30 PM — Faurot Field at Memorial Stadium — Ticket prices vary — Secure your seats for every thrilling home game this season with the Missouri Tigers.
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Central Arkansas Bears at Missouri Tigers Football Parking
6:31-10:31 p.m. — Faurot Field at Memorial Stadium — Parking available — Catch the Central Arkansas Bears face off against the Missouri Tigers in a thrilling football matchup.
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Heart of America Marathon
6 AM – 12 PM — Boone County History & Culture Center — Registration required — Experience the excitement of the 66th running of the 2nd oldest continuously running marathon in the United States.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
You cannot find yourself by going into the past. You can find yourself by coming into the present.
~ Eckhart Tolle
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