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Columbia
Thursday, November 6th, 2025
Good morning, Columbia. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 6th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ With SNAP benefits frozen from the government shutdown, West Main Pizza in Jefferson City offered free personal pizzas for children from 4 to 7 p.m. on Monday through Wednesday — a response to local need. In Columbia, Clovers Natural Market is providing free meals and produce to SNAP cardholders and will hold a Purchase with a Purpose event on Nov.15 — efforts that support local food banks. KOMU 8
- ➤ First Chance for Children, a nonprofit for mid-Missouri families with young kids, said diaper and supply requests doubled in the first week of November as fewer SNAP benefits and missing paychecks left families struggling—its emergency response includes doubling diaper distribution to 50 per child and opening a hygiene and food pantry. The organization warned that without more donations it may soon be unable to meet these essential needs—immediate support is critical for children’s health and safety. KOMU 8
- ➤ Veterans United Home Loans will hold the final year of its free drive-through holiday light show—Bright Lights/Holiday Nights—from Dec. 10 to Dec. 21 at 550 Veterans United Drive; the event, which debuted in 2020 and drew over 80,000 visitors, is ending due to increased traffic and nearby new developments. KOMU 8
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Local eateries including Peggy Jean’s Pies and Pasta La Fata are taking Thanksgiving pie orders until Sunday, Nov. 16 — Peggy Jean’s offers only nine-inch pies in flavors such as pumpkin, chocolate bourbon pecan, and cherry while Pasta La Fata provides quartered pies for smaller gatherings. Customers must submit their orders by Nov. 16 to secure their holiday treat. Inside Columbia
- ➤ Como Smoke & Fire will smoke turkey or ham for Thanksgiving for $40, or $50 if you want the meat carved. Orders must be dropped off at the South location on Buttonwood— or the North on Paris—by Nov. 20 with payment due at pickup on Wednesday, Nov. 26. Inside Columbia
- ➤ Three new businesses are coming to downtown Columbia—Birdie’s Deli will serve sandwiches, salads and offer catering from the old Seoul Taco spot at 1020 E. Broadway; Clementine’s Naughty & Nice Creamery will serve small-batch and alcohol-infused ice creams; and Sweets-N-Things will open at 814 E. Walnut St. KOMU 8
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Columbia Public Schools reminded families today that applications for free or reduced-price meals are available year-round amid federal furloughs and a pause in SNAP benefits—families can complete forms online via the MySchool App or print them and return them to CPS Nutrition Services at 1818 W. Worley St. KOMU 8
- ➤ Voters in Independence and Hallsville school districts approved a four-day school week with 62% and 75% support — the plan will run for 10 years as state law requires for non rural schools. The districts are now the first large ones to use a vote for keeping the four-day schedule. Columbia Daily Tribune
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Columbia Public Works Department said crews will start road work at 7 a.m. today on East Walnut Street east of Old 63 to repair worn road edges between Old 63 and Calvin Drive. Lane closures will hold on November 6—7 and November 10—14 with flaggers guiding traffic until all lanes reopen by 5 p.m. November 14. KOMU 8
- ➤ Columbia held its annual Dry Snow Run training exercise today — drivers drove trucks along designated routes to become familiar with winter paths for safe driving. Columbia Missourian
- ➤ Gov. Mike Kehoe and the Missouri Department of Social Services announced Wednesday that Missouri submitted its Rural Health Transformation plan to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services to improve rural health care access. The CMS will review the plan and if approved, the state may receive between $200 million and $250 million annually over a five-year period. KOMU 8
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ The Columbia Housing Authority said the Kinney Point affordable housing project nears completion with 34 units built at a $13 million cost — the 10 single bedroom units have been occupied since August and occupants for the remaining units will be chosen by the end of November. KOMU 8
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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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Hypoxia Training by the FAA
8 a.m. — Columbia Regional Airport — Free entry — Participate in an informative hypoxia training session designed for pilots.
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~ Benjamin Franklin
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