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A collaboration between Job Point and Flourish Initiative has built a new art shed for a youth shelter that gives residents a special space to create and heal.

Access Arts will design the interior and may offer art classes this fall, and local donations helped support the project.

On September 11th, community members in Columbia gathered to honor the lives lost in the 9/11 attacks and to pay tribute to soldiers who served, with ceremonies held at the Boone County War Memorial Plaza and flag placement at the courthouse lawn representing those who sacrificed in Afghanistan. A navy bell rang to remind everyone of the tragic past while local officials and dignitaries laid wreaths and flowers to honor the fallen.

Four Missouri grocery store chains were named in USA TODAY 10BEST Readers’ Choice Awards for best grocery stores in 2025—experts and readers rated the stores on value, selection and customer service.

Visiting artist Drew Cameron turned military uniforms into handmade paper for posters, books and flags—preserving hundreds if not thousands of uniforms into art.

New rental data shows Columbia apartment listings had a median price of $1,325 in August, up slightly from last year's $1,290 and down from July's $1,350, while one-bedroom rents rose 10% from $995 and two-bedroom rents decreased to $1,074—data gathered from Zumper.

The report notes Columbia's median is 4% above the state figure and 31% below the national median.

The University of Missouri changed its homecoming parade application process after a lawsuit by Mizzou Students for Justice in Palestine alleged unfair treatment in the prior parade.

The new policy uses a Black and Gold theme and limits parade displays to celebrating school traditions—official spokespersons said the change is part of routine updates—ensuring all groups follow the same rules.

Mizzou Students for Justice in Palestine was not allowed to join the Homecoming parade due to safety reasons — marking their second consecutive year of exclusion.

Missouri Attorney General Catherine Hanaway announced a new age-verification rule to protect kids from explicit material that will take effect on November 30.

Websites that do not verify users' ages will face penalties under state law — classified as an unfair practice.

Columbia City Council will meet with The District on Tuesday to discuss a proposal to raise downtown parking meter prices from 60 cents to $1 an hour.

Morgan Boyles, a local business owner, said parking shortages have hurt her business—customers often face long searches for open meters.

Mizzou Athletics announced Thursday that the Saturday football game has been moved to a noon start to avoid the extreme heat—temperatures are expected to be slightly cooler at noon than at its planned 3 p.m. start.

The change also led to an update in the city bus schedule, with revised times set to be posted Friday morning between 8 a.m. and 9 a.m. after final review with bus supervisors.

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.

Intro to Woodworking Class

5-8 p.m. — MACCLab | A Community Makerspace — All materials included — Learn about woodshop equipment while crafting a small project.

Glitterfox Concert

8-9:30 p.m. — Rose Music Hall — Cashless venue — Get ready for an electrifying night of music with Glitterfox at Rose Music Hall.

Intro to Machine Embroidery Class

10:00 AM – 12:30 PM — MACCLab | A Community Makerspace — Class fee includes materials — Learn to use the Melco Bravo embroidery machine and create embroidered items.

Jamie Lissow Live Comedy Show

7-8:30 p.m. — The Blue Note — $49 — Enjoy a night of laughs with Jamie Lissow at this renowned Columbia venue.

11th Annual Golf Tournament

10 AM – 5 PM — Columbia Country Club — $800 for a four-person team — Participate in a fun golf scramble to support emergency care for critically ill pets.

Counterparts Concert

7-8:30 p.m. — The Blue Note — Tickets from $30+ — Catch the energetic performance of Counterparts in an intimate setting.

Intro to Machine Embroidery Class

6:00 – 8:30 PM — MACCLab | A Community Makerspace — $70.00 — Explore the Melco Bravo embroidery machine and learn safety protocols while creating your own embroidered piece.

Intro to Shapeoko CNC Routers

6-8:30 p.m. — MACCLab | A Community Makerspace — Class fee covers all materials — Learn to enhance your woodworking skills with Shapeoko router techniques and safety protocols.

How To Train Your Dragon Screening

7:30-10 p.m. — Lakeside Ashland — No outside food or drink — Prepare for dragon-flying adventures under the stars.