Good morning, Columbia.

The Boone County Fire Protection District is hosting a grand opening for its new Station 8 tomorrow from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. at 5905 S.

Route K in Columbia — residents will tour the facility, meet firefighters, and view the equipment used to protect the area.

Boone Health and MU Health Care are reducing long wait times for primary care by hiring more staff and improving operations — the changes aim to make appointments quicker starting soon.

Hypoxia Training by the FAA

8 a.m. — Columbia Regional Airport — Free entry — Participate in an informative hypoxia training session designed for pilots.

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.

Priscilla Block Concert

6:00-9:30 p.m. — The Blue Note — Ticket info available — Experience an evening of captivating music with Priscilla Block.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Siilk Live Performance

7-10:30 p.m. — The Blue Note — Ticket pricing varies — Experience the haunting lyrics of Siilk's music as they perform live in Columbia.

SIU Edwardsville Cougars vs. Missouri Tigers Women's Basketball

2-3:30 p.m. — Mizzou Arena — Check for ticket prices — Catch an exciting matchup in women's collegiate basketball.