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Monday, October 20th, 2025
Good morning, Columbia. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 20th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Willie's and Fieldhouse bar in downtown Columbia held safety training sessions on Sunday and today with the SAFE Bar Network to help staff learn how to handle uncomfortable situations. The bar renewed its membership with the nonprofit and will soon display coasters and signage to show that its team is prepared. KOMU 8
- ➤ Sacred Heart Catholic Church hosted a book sale this past weekend that featured over 1,000 books donated by longtime parishioner John Eakin, including many cookbooks he left to share his passion. Volunteers spent 80 hours sorting the collection—proceeds will go to replace the church’s aging HVAC system. KOMU 8
- ➤ Community members participated in the 11th annual Out of the Darkness Walk — raising funds and support for suicide prevention efforts while helping local mental health programs. Columbia Missourian
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Driving with a car's interior lights on is not illegal in Missouri, but experts warn that the extra brightness can reduce driver visibility—making it easier for an officer to notice distracted driving. The glare may contribute to unsafe road conditions, so drivers are advised to keep their focus on the road at all times. Columbia Daily Tribune
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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