Daily
Columbia
Monday, November 17th, 2025
Good morning, Columbia. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 17th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ 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. KOMU 8
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ 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. Columbia Missourian
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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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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.
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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.
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