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Saturday, November 15th, 2025
Good morning, Columbia. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 15th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A downtown pack walk in Columbia helped dogs build confidence as organizers led them through city streets and obstacles for better training skills. Columbia Missourian
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Columbia Fire Department rescued a 12-year-old boy from a stormwater drain near Broadway and Parkway Boulevard after he was reported crawling into the system Friday evening—using grid searches with Columbia Utilities and police support, crews safely extracted the child after a four-hour search while officials confirmed the drain system poses no public hazard. KRCG
- ➤ On November 12, the Callaway Energy Center in Callaway County was briefly shut down after water entered the generators and affected its auxiliary feedwater system—workers performed a manual turbine trip. The Nuclear Regulatory Commission said no one was hurt and that the plant was stable, classifying the situation as a non-emergency. KRCG
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ A water issue caused part of the Callaway Energy Center nuclear plant to shut down this week after unfiltered water disrupted pump chemistry—restoration of the non-nuclear systems is underway to return full power with no danger to the public. ABC 17
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ New data from Zumper shows that Columbia apartment listing prices increased 4% since last October — the typical listing is now $1,350 compared to last year's $1,300 median. One-bedroom apartments dropped to $1,049 from $1,110 in September while two-bedroom listings rose to $1,100, signaling varied trends among unit types. Columbia Daily Tribune
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Today the Missouri Department of Conservation is holding mandatory testing for Chronic Wasting Disease as the November firearms season opens. Sampling will occur today and Sunday at select sites (Mexico High School in Audrain County and Ashland Optimist Club in Boone County). ABC 17
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The city of Columbia announced that firefighters will present Thanksgiving fire safety tips at the Columbia Fire Department Training Academy at 700 Big Bear Blvd from noon to 1 p.m. on Nov. 19, and residents are invited to register online to join the new Community Classroom session. KOMU 8
- ➤ The Missouri Public Service Commission will hold public hearings on Ameren Missouri's 250-megawatt solar project in Callaway County. The in-person session is set for 6 p.m. Jan. 6 at Legends Rec-Plex (808 State Street, Fulton) while a virtual hearing will take place at 12 p.m. Jan. 8. KOMU 8
- ➤ After the president signed legislation ending the shutdown, the Missouri Department of Social Services began working to send full SNAP benefits to recipients and is still delivering partial aid until its systems update to handle full November benefits (DSS Director Jess Bax said). Officials expect these benefits to reach households quickly, according to a news release (Thursday). ABC 17
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ MU researchers have developed a new model that is now being used to test medicines for treating heart valve stiffness—experiments aim to find an effective cure. Columbia Missourian
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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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Fall Choral Union Concert
7-9 p.m. — Jesse Hall Auditorium — Ticket prices vary — Experience a spectacular performance conducted by Dr. Andre Thomas with 250 singers and a full orchestra.
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Priscilla Block Concert
6:00-9:30 p.m. — The Blue Note — Ticket info available — Experience an evening of captivating music with Priscilla Block.
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JUMP - America's Van Halen Experience
8-9:30 p.m. — The Blue Note — Ticket prices vary — Experience an electrifying tribute to Van Halen with one of the top up-and-coming tribute bands.
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Holiday Curated Crafted Created Market
10 AM – 3 PM — Columbia Mall — Free entry — Explore a unique marketplace featuring local makers and artisans showcasing handcrafted goods.
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NCAA Cross Country Championships
3:30-7:30 a.m. — Gans Creek Cross Country Course — Ticket prices vary — Experience thrilling races at one of the premier collegiate cross country events in the nation.
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Thanksgiving Day Turkey Fry 2025
8 AM – 12 PM — Knights of Columbus CKC Event Center — $50 for individual turkeys, $99 to include a donation turkey — Enjoy perfectly fried turkeys while supporting local community projects.
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Candlelight: Queen vs. ABBA
8:45-9:45 p.m. — voco The Tiger Hotel — Up to 10% Off — Experience the magic of music from Queen and ABBA under candlelight in a beautiful venue.
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