Daily
Columbia
Wednesday, October 23rd, 2024
Good morning, Columbia. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 23rd of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The 'Boontacular' Halloween event, hosted by Boone Health, the Columbia Rotary Club, and the Columbia Foster and Adoption Project, will give over 100 foster and adoptive children free costumes and a morning of fun activities. KOMU 8
- ➤ The Columbia Fire Department emphasizes the importance of Halloween safety, recommending the usage of battery-operated candles and flame-resistant costumes to reduce fire risks. KOMU 8
- ➤ Lt. Gov. Mike Kehoe and Columbia Mayor Barbara Buffaloe, among others, will celebrate the introduction of Brightspeed Fiber Internet to approximately 38,000 homes and businesses in mid-Missouri, enhancing community connectivity. KOMU 8
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Columbia, Mo., man faces three felony charges including first-degree domestic assault after allegedly stabbing a woman. ABC 17
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Columbia's educational institutions announce holiday break schedules, including Thanksgiving and Winter breaks, with classes resuming in early January 2025. Columbia Daily Tribune
- ➤ The University of Missouri is set to conduct a test of its alert system on Wednesday to enhance campus safety and preparedness. Columbia Daily Tribune
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Missouri Department of Transportation will temporarily close two left-turn lanes on westbound I-70's off-ramp to U.S. Route 63 Connector for repairs on Oct. 23, ensuring completion before evening rush hour. KOMU 8
- ➤ No-excuse absentee voting starts in Missouri, enabling all registered voters to vote in person or by mail ahead of the official election day. ABC 17
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A study shows that states with motorcycle helmet laws reduce motorcyclist deaths by 37%, suggesting over 22,000 lives could have been saved nationwide from 1976-2022. ABC 17
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Columbia Dinner Fundraiser
Experience an engaging dinner event including various sponsorship packages and raffle prizes, hosted by Equipment Share.
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Fourth Friday Jam Session at Southern Provisions
Experience an evening of acoustic music with local musicians at Southern Provisions, featuring a variety of instruments including fiddles, banjos, and guitars.
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Family-Friendly Instrument Exploration at the Instrument Petting Zoo
Experience a hands-on opportunity for kids of all ages to explore and try out a variety of musical instruments in a fun-filled environment.
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Orr Street Farmers & Artisans Market - Community Gathering in Columbia
Experience a vibrant community atmosphere featuring farm fresh produce, handcrafted art, and engaging workshops at the Orr Street Farmers & Artisans Market.
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Heavy Duty Training Workshop by Missouri Tow Truck Association
Experience comprehensive hands-on training and expert-led sessions on Miller products at this immersive two-day workshop for the heavy wrecker industry.
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Introduction to Woodworking Workshop
Learn the essentials of woodworking, including equipment use and safety protocols, while creating a small project in this hands-on class.
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Clue: On Stage
Clue: On Stage will open at the Macklanburg Playhouse on Thursday, October 31 and run through November 3. Clue is a comedic play based on the popular board game and the 1985 film of the same name.
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Clue: On Stage
Clue: On Stage will open at the Macklanburg Playhouse on Thursday, October 31 and run through November 3. Clue is a comedic play based on the popular board game and the 1985 film of the same name.
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Small Business Solution Roundtable
Experience a collaborative forum for small business owners in Columbia to tackle challenges and foster opportunities through shared problem-solving.
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MNA Show Me Wellness Conference
Experience a day of integrative health insights and workshops featuring renowned speakers and a focus on actionable wellness strategies.
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PawPaw Rod Live Concert
Experience a live performance by PawPaw Rod at Rose Music Hall, featuring an evening of engaging music in Columbia, MO.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
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~ Naval Ravikant
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