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Columbia
Tuesday, August 27th, 2024
Good morning, Columbia. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 27th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ California's Police Chief Daniel Hurt resigns due to retention concerns and staffing shortages, while charges are dropped against Donye Jackson for a shooting, and Missouri faces legal challenges over an abortion-rights amendment. KOMU 8
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Daniel Ayers, charged with second-degree murder in the 2022 McKee Street shooting, is to undergo a mental health evaluation to assess fitness for trial. ABC 17
- ➤ The Columbia Police Department is searching for a man linked to a shooting incident on August 23, which resulted in no injuries but damaged several cars. KRCG
- ➤ Columbia's Mayor Barbara Buffaloe emphasizes safety, citing a significant drop in violent crime rates despite recent gun violence incidents, with efforts underway to bolster police presence and address staffing shortages. KOMU 8
- ➤ A retired Boone County detective advocates for more community policing in Columbia following recent incidents of gunfire to enhance public safety and reduce crime. KOMU 8
- ➤ Lonny Ray Caldwell pleads guilty to 2001 rape after a DNA match from a SAFE Kit initiative, resulting in a five-year sentence. KRCG
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The University of Missouri Thompson Center for Autism and Neurodevelopment celebrated a topping off ceremony with a signed beam at its new location in the South Providence Medical Park. Columbia Daily Tribune
- ➤ Boone County Nature School, designed to foster a connection with nature among students, officially opens with a ribbon-cutting ceremony. Columbia Daily Tribune
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Columbia faces excessive heat advisory with heat index values reaching up to 109 degrees through Tuesday. Columbia Missourian
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Federal judges have declared a Missouri statute, which prevented local police from enforcing certain federal gun regulations, unconstitutional. ABC 17
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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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Orr Street Farm & Artisans Market - Kid Disco Dance Party
Experience a vibrant kid's dance party featuring live music, food trucks, and fun activities for the whole family at The District Downtown Columbia.
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10th Annual Armani's Angels Golf Tournament
Experience a fun-filled day of golf at the 10th Annual Armani's Angels Golf Tournament, benefiting critically ill or injured pets.
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Introduction to Laser Cutting Workshop
Learn to safely operate Universal Systems Laser Cutters in this comprehensive 2-hour class that includes all necessary materials.
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Intro to 3D Printing Workshop at MACCLab
Learn the fundamentals of 3D printing along with safety protocols and practical applications in this hands-on class at MACCLab Makerspace.
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Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for Chamber Small Business Festival
Celebrate the commencement of the Chamber Small Business Festival with a ceremonial ribbon cutting by ambassadors.
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Free Community Sound Bath at the Armory
Experience a soothing evening of relaxation and rejuvenation through the calming sounds of gongs and crystal singing bowls in a serene gymnasium setting.
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