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Good morning, Columbia. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 7th of September.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • ➤ Former Jefferson City bishop John Gaydos died at 82 at St. Agnes home in Kirkwood — he served from 1997 until his retirement in 2017, held roles in the St. Louis archdiocese including an appointment by Pope John Paul II, and his church founded Catholic Charities and opened Father Tolton Catholic High School in Columbia.  ABC 17

DRINK NEWS

EDUCATION NEWS

  • ➤ A Friday night drone show announced a $2 billion campaign for MU—part of Campaign Kickoff weekend celebrating 186 years of Mizzou excellence—and the series of events aimed to honor the university's legacy.  Columbia Missourian
  • ➤ CPS will talk about a plan that shifts students from private settings to an in-district special education program at an upcoming meeting—this change may affect local school support. Officials will review the details to help families and students prepare.  Columbia Missourian
  • ➤ The University of Missouri’s Griggs Innovators Nexus is helping students build real businesses with funding, mentorship and retail opportunities inside the MU Student Center. Only four students are selected each year for a storefront—Kalli Ward of Shop The Foxxy launched her physical shop after starting her online boutique on April 1.  KOMU 8

SPORTS NEWS

  • ➤ The Mizzou Tigers beat Kansas 42-31 on Saturday in the first Border War in over a decade, with Beau Pribula throwing 334 yards and three touchdowns and Jamal Roberts running for 143 yards to clinch the win.  KOMU 8
  • ➤ At Mizzou's high-attendance Saturday football game, tens of thousands of fans filled the stands while a new entry system and increased police presence helped manage heavy campus traffic—though several fans found it confusing to locate their seats. After the game, police directed slowing traffic until around 7:20 p.m., reflecting the large turnout and ongoing congestion issues.  ABC 17
  • ➤ Mizzou’s Border Showdown game will be played under mostly sunny, fall-like conditions today with late morning tailgating in the 60s and kickoff temperatures rising to the mid-70s — northwest winds are expected at 8 to 12 mph with gusts up to 15 mph. The extended forecast shows dry, pleasant weather through next week — with highs climbing into the 80s and near 90 later in the week.  ABC 17
  • ➤ Traffic is expected around Carnahan Quad and near Memorial Stadium as Mizzou prepares for its sold-out football game against the Kansas Jayhawks on Saturday at 2:30 p.m.—parking lots will open at 8 a.m. SEC Nation will host its pregame show on Carnahan Quad starting at 7 a.m.  ABC 17

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT

  • The 502s Concert

    6:00 – 9:30 PM — The Blue Note — Ticket prices vary — Experience the energetic indie folk sounds of The 502s from Florida.

    Tue, 9/9/25

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  • Violet and The Undercurrents Concert

    7-11 p.m. — Rose Music Hall — Cashless venue — Enjoy a night of music with Violet and The Undercurrents in a vibrant local setting.

    Thu, 9/11/25

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  • Lilo & Stitch Movie Night

    7:30-9:30 p.m. — Lakeside Ashland — No outside food or drink — Enjoy a family-friendly movie under the stars with a touching story of friendship and adventure.

    Fri, 9/12/25

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  • One-Day Regional Outdoor Camp in Columbia

    11 a.m. – 2 p.m. — Stephens Lake Park — Free entry — Explore outdoor activities and engage with the community at this regional camp.

    Sat, 9/13/25

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