Good morning, Columbia.

Love Columbia received a generous donation from 98-year-old Charlie, who decided to stop driving—he donated his van and unused hearing aids to support those in need.

The nonprofit said the gifts will help provide essential services for struggling residents in Columbia.

Columbia businessman Gregory A.

DeLine is accused of faking over 450 employees (as alleged in a federal lawsuit) to receive between $5 million and $10 million in PPP loans from Regional Bank and Providence Bank in April 2020.

Columbia Regional Airport recorded 11,306 departing passengers in September—the highest monthly total since December 2019—and added United Airlines flights on September 25 to boost growth; officials expect more than 22,000 passengers in October while TSA and airport operations remain unaffected by the federal shutdown.

The Columbia Chamber of Commerce announced the Boomerang program (to fill job openings) as it aims to bring back past residents (to ease the city's worker shortage).

Missouri Conservation Corps will host a tree-planting event at Gans Creek Recreation Area next Thursday, October 30, from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m.—a partnership with COMO Trail Association, Volunteer Columbia, and Columbia Parks and Recreation that invites volunteers of all ages to help reach a goal of planting 500 trees this fall.

Rock Bridge Memorial State Park and Gans Creek Wild Area in Columbia will be closed on November 3 and November 4 for managed deer hunts to help control the deer population.

Visitors are urged not to visit during these days (the parks close temporarily) and to plan alternative activities (this measure protects the ecosystem).

MoDOT and law enforcement urged I-70 drivers to slow down in work zones after 39 crashes with 82 vehicles occurred from January 1 to September 30.

Twelve projects in Boone and Callaway counties will cause delays through late 2027—crews report near misses and overturned semitrucks in some areas.

The Columbia Fire Department is using a new $44,000 AI system called Darkhorse Emergency—an application that maps high-risk areas for fire and EMS incidents to help guide staffing and station placement.

Fire Chief Brian Schaeffer, who brought the idea with him from Spokane when he was hired in August, said the tool makes every dollar count for risk management.

Data from the University of Missouri–St. Louis Addiction Science Team show that overdose deaths in Missouri fell 25.6% in 2024, dropping from 1,948 in 2023 to 1,450—with Central Missouri recording a 37% decline.

Local health officials credited the drop to increased caution and improved treatment access, and the health department will host a Save a Life training at the Columbia Public Library from noon to 1 p.m. Oct. 23.

COR Development began site work last week on a 14-acre project at a busy south Columbia intersection—new apartments and commercial buildings will be built to serve local demand.

Lakeview Concert at Rose Music Hall

8 PM — Rose Music Hall — Cashless venue — Enjoy a night of live music with convenient card payment at a popular venue.

E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial Screening

8-10 p.m. — Lakeside Ashland — No outside food or drink — Enjoy a classic movie under the stars with E.T.'s magical charm.

Intro to Woodworking Class

9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. — MACCLab | A Community Makerspace — Class fee includes materials — Learn woodshop techniques while creating your own small project.

The Hunter's Guild - A Tribute to K-Pop Demon Hunters

2-5 p.m. — Rose Music Hall — Cashless venue — Celebrate K-Pop demon hunters with an exciting show at this community event.

Missouri Tigers Women's Basketball Exhibition

3:30-6:30 p.m. — Mizzou Arena — Tickets available — Catch the Missouri Tigers take on the Maryville Saints in an exciting women's basketball exhibition.

Hocus Pocus Movie Night

6:30-9 p.m. — Lakeside Ashland — No outside food or drink — Experience the Sanderson Sisters in this Halloween classic filled with witchy fun and spooky laughs for the whole family.

2000s Halloween Party at The Blue Note

9 PM – 12 AM — The Blue Note — Entry details not specified — Celebrate the nostalgic vibes of the 2000s with electrifying entertainment and costumes.

Kolton Moore & The Clever Few Concert

8 PM — Rose Music Hall — Cost TBD — Experience the rising sounds of Kolton Moore & The Clever Few in an engaging live performance.

2025 Missouri Tigers Basketball Season Tickets

Sun, Nov 2, 11:59 PM — Hearnes Center — Ticket purchase — Secure your season tickets for an exciting year of Missouri Tigers basketball action.

Historic Wood Windows: Myths, Maintenance & Restoration

6-7:45 p.m. — Sawdust Studios — Free admission — Discover the myths of window replacement and learn about historic restoration techniques from an expert.