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Friday, October 31st, 2025
Good morning, Columbia. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 31st of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Schnucks Markets began a food drive at all 113 stores yesterday and the drive will run until Nov 11 to support local food banks since SNAP benefits are frozen. Customers can drop off shelf-stable items in donation bins and the chain is working with partners like United Way and The Salvation Army—helping feed those in need. KOMU 8
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Columbia residents gathered outside Trader Joe's today at the Shoppes at Stadium + the new store, Missouri’s fifth Trader Joe's, is set to offer a fresh way to shop for groceries. Columbia Missourian
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Child Development Lab at MU announced the launch of RISE-MO on Thursday— a grant-funded program from the Missouri Department of Higher Education and Workforce Development aimed at expanding the early childhood workforce and addressing the state’s child care shortage. The program will develop new credentialing opportunities and career pathways for early childhood professionals. KOMU 8
- ➤ Columbia Public Schools held a meeting Thursday to plan a $560,000 facility project to check building conditions and space use—board members chose DLR Group to conduct the study and review the plan in November. The proposal will be considered in December so work can start in January 2027—updating the district's buildings as needed. ABC 17
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Crews will resurface one lane at a time on South Sixth Street in Columbia starting at 7 a.m. on November 3 between Elm and East Stewart Road—drivers should use South Fifth Street while Tiger Line 403 and Black Route bus riders follow detour routes, and 'no parking' signs on parking meters Friday alert that meters will not work November 3 and 4. KRCG
- ➤ Business Loop 70 will be closed for two weeks starting on Nov 12 through Nov 26 for roundabout construction between Hathman Place + Eastland Circle. MoDOT said the project will provide direct access to eastbound Interstate 70 in late 2027 and keep businesses accessible during the work. ABC 17
- ➤ Columbia police helped manage traffic around the new Trader Joe’s at 201 N. Stadium Blvd (The Shoppes on Stadium) after the store opened Thursday at 9 a.m. and will assign extra officers all weekend to ease congestion on North Stadium Boulevard, West Worley Street and West Ash Street. ABC 17
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Missouri health officials warned on Oct. 28 that consumers should avoid 7-OH, a chemically modified kratom product sold in smoke shops, gas stations, convenience stores and online. The advisory said the product is untested and unregulated and can be up to 13 times as potent as morphine (it is sold as gummies and tablets). Columbia Daily Tribune
- ➤ The Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services warned against using 7-OH products today, saying the natural drug from kratom is stronger than morphine—overdose signs include nausea, confusion, and seizures. ABC 17
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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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Main Street Summit
Main Street Summit is a premier business event that brings together 1,000+ business owners, operators, and entrepreneurs for expert-led sessions across seven industry tracks, including venture/startups, manufacturing, construction, franchising, health, faith & work, and non-profit - all happening November 4-6, 2025 in Columbia, MO. This event is relevant to the Columbia community as it positions the city as a hub for small business innovation and growth, attracting world-class speakers and industry leaders to share practical insights in intimate, small-group settings rather than traditional conference formats, while showcasing Columbia as a destination for entrepreneurial excellence in the heart of Main Street America.
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Main Street Summit
Main Street Summit is a premier business event that brings together 1,000+ business owners, operators, and entrepreneurs for expert-led sessions across seven industry tracks, including venture/startups, manufacturing, construction, franchising, health, faith & work, and non-profit - all happening November 4-6, 2025 in Columbia, MO. This event is relevant to the Columbia community as it positions the city as a hub for small business innovation and growth, attracting world-class speakers and industry leaders to share practical insights in intimate, small-group settings rather than traditional conference formats, while showcasing Columbia as a destination for entrepreneurial excellence in the heart of Main Street America.
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Bitchin Bajas Live Performance
7-10 p.m. — Cafe Berlin — Tickets from $0 — Experience the ambient sounds of Bitchin Bajas in a top-rated local venue.
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Elio Screening
6:30-8:30 p.m. — Lakeside Ashland — No outside food or drink — Experience a heartwarming intergalactic tale of humanity's worth through Elio's adventure.
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Texas A&M Aggies vs. Missouri Tigers Football
1-4 p.m. — Faurot Field at Memorial Stadium — Ticket prices vary — Witness an exciting clash between two college football teams with strong season performances.
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Hippie Sabotage - Echoes of Time Tour
8-9:30 p.m. — The Blue Note — Tickets available — Experience the vibrant electronic sounds of the duo Hippie Sabotage live in concert.
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Callaway Cares Bingo
5:30-7 p.m. — Holts Summit Lions Club — $1 per early bird game, $4 per game pack — Enjoy an evening of fun and games while supporting a good cause.
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Intro to Vinyl Cutting Workshop
6-8 p.m. — MACCLab | A Community Makerspace — Class fee includes materials — Learn to use vinyl cutters and create your own MACCLab tote and chalkboard sign.
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