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Columbia
Tuesday, November 4th, 2025
Good morning, Columbia. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 4th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Local residents shared on Facebook that a great neighborhood means knowing your neighbors, sharing gardens, and having good sidewalks — these features help make the area feel safe and connected. The comments also highlighted the role of shared chores and caring for pets in building community ties. COMO Magazine
- ➤ Shelter Insurance Company’s five-acre botanical garden is at its corporate campus at 1917 West Broadway and features a stone and wrought iron fence—displaying more than 300 types of trees and 15,000 annuals and perennials along with a waterfall, rock garden, and themed areas. The garden was envisioned by groundskeeper Scotty Garrett and is free to visit every day between 8 a.m. and dusk except on Christmas or during inclement weather. COMO Magazine
- ➤ The trout fishing program at Cosmo-Bethel Park opened on Monday for the catch-and-release winter season—local anglers now have a new winter fishing option. Columbia Missourian
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ GKR Motor Cars held its first annual track day at Ozark International Raceway to bring car lovers together—its plan includes building a car condo campus in New Bloomfield that will start with nine units priced at $205,000, with five already spoken for. The project will later expand to 66 condos along with an Autorimessa and event center to support mid-Missouri car enthusiasts. COMO Magazine
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Editor Jodie and a writer visited Sager Reeves Gallery to plan an artistic campaign that highlights local creativity and the importance of community in Columbia—showing how moments at the Columbia Center for Urban Agriculture and a local farmers market also spark neighborly support. The piece underscores that art and community go hand in hand. COMO Magazine
- ➤ Tellers Gallery and Bar reopened in November after major repairs from a fire and remains a popular spot for food, drinks and local art downtown. The John William “Blind” Boone Home is being restored by a heritage foundation—while the State Historical Society of Missouri runs a $35 million center that preserves rare newspapers and unique collections. COMO Magazine
- ➤ John LaRocca began working in a kitchen at age nine and built his career through family restaurants and Columbia’s University Club (a venue for local culinary training). He now works as a food and beverage consultant while supporting local hospitality programs such as Missouri ProStart and will lead a food and wine tour in France next year (a project that keeps his passion alive). COMO Magazine
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ City officials increased downtown police patrols after residents and business owners raised concerns about safety, adding 8 new officers on July 1 to boost the night shift. Officers made 332 proactive enforcement actions on Friday and Saturday nights by September 19 & used new technology to enhance response times to crimes. COMO Magazine
- ➤ The City of Columbia Public Works crews will hold their annual dry run on Wednesday from 10 to 10:30 a.m. at the Grissum Building on 1313 Lakeview Ave to review safety procedures for winter, and the fleet will add five new snow-capable trucks—two arriving this month and three in January. ABC 17
- ➤ Residents in Audrain, Boone, Callaway, Cole, Cooper, Howard, Moniteau and Osage counties are invited to share input on a new solid waste plan via an online survey or at local meetings scheduled from Nov. 12 to Dec. 10 at community venues. The plan will guide spending on waste reduction projects and special disposal options — ensuring local needs help shape future decisions. KOMU 8
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Missouri Connections for Health has helped Missourians with Medicare and health insurance for 25 years and now runs programs such as Missouri SHIP, the Benefits Enrollment Center—currently paused—and the Rural Unhoused Helpline to assist with housing and health needs. Executive director Scott Miniea said the group seeks volunteers and donations as demand grows during open enrollment. COMO Magazine
- ➤ The Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services has issued an advisory today warning that the opioid-like substance 7-hydroxymitragynine— a synthetic form of kratom found in products like gummies, candies, powders, liquid shots, imitation ice cream cones and tablets— can cause addiction, overdose and death. KOMU 8
- ➤ Most individual health insurance plans in Missouri will see prices rise next year if federal tax credits are not extended—Blue Cross Blue Shield of Kansas City will lower some rates while other carriers like Cox Health Plans may raise premiums by about 30% and some plans could jump as much as 70%. Open enrollment began on Nov. 1 with coverage starting on Jan. 1 or Feb. 1. Columbia Daily Tribune
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ After students complained on social media, Mizzou Athletics adjusted the seating at Mizzou Arena on Monday so that fans sat one row closer to the bench+ Athletic Director Laird Veatch said the change was made after feedback on an earlier plan that had pushed the student section back to add courtside seats. ABC 17
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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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Missouri Farmers Union Annual Meeting
4-8 p.m. — Bradford Research Farm — $30 for MOFU Members, $70 for non-members — Connect with farmers and enjoy a locally sourced meal while learning from industry leaders.
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Noah Bowman Concert
8 PM – 12 AM — The Blue Note — Cost not listed — Experience the sounds of Southern Oklahoma with a blend of Red Dirt, Southern Rock, and Country music.
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American Ballet Theatre Performance
7:30-9:00 p.m. — Jesse Hall Auditorium — Tickets available — Experience the dazzling performances of the ABT Studio Company showcasing a variety of ballet styles.
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Prairie A&M Panthers vs. Missouri Tigers Basketball
7-8:30 p.m. — Mizzou Arena — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an exciting college basketball showdown between the Prairie A&M Panthers and the Missouri Tigers.
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