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Sunday, December 7th, 2025
Good morning, Columbia. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 7th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Cyclists gathered in Columbia Saturday afternoon wearing holiday attire to support Cranktivus, a bike ride and food drive benefiting The Food Bank for Central & Northeast Missouri. Riders began at Walt’s Bike Shop and visited five grocery stores to boost donations and purchase groceries for local residents. KRCG
- ➤ Yesterday, Dec. 6, two Jeep Wranglers were stuffed with new toys at Logboat Brewing Company to complete 40 wish lists for Missouri kids — organizers collected 160 items and aim to fill up to five Jeeps. KRCG
- ➤ Today, the United States Tiger Foundation hosts an event at 11:53 a.m. at the Boone County Courthouse to honor Pearl Harbor victims and 19 local sailors. The ceremony features speeches from local officials — including executives and council members — and collects blankets and pet beds for veterans. ABC 17
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ City of Refuge hosted its third annual Holiday Market today in Columbia where refugees sold their products and shared their culture with local residents. Columbia Missourian
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The University of Missouri's Legion of Black Collegians marked the 10-year anniversary of the Concerned Student 1950 movement on Saturday at Ragtag Cinema — highlighting student-led efforts to boost representation and teach black history. Organizers said the celebration could spur future collaboration and increased visibility for black students. KOMU 8
- ➤ Lincoln University received a $725,669 grant from the National Science Foundation to study how to make rural towns stronger in mid-Missouri (using interviews and surveys to learn from business and community feedback). Dr. Ye Su leads the project to help residents overcome challenges like shrinking populations and labor shortages. KOMU 8
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Caring Hearts and Hands of Columbia provided 24-hour end-of-life care for guests in a home-like setting—family members could visit—and hosted its 2025 Lights for Love fundraiser in October to support free services. The nonprofit may expand if volunteer interest and donations stay strong. COMO Magazine
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Nutcracker! Magical Christmas Ballet
7-8:30 p.m. — Jesse Hall Auditorium — Tickets start at $138 — Experience the enchanting performance of the classic holiday ballet filled with magic and joy.
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Elf The Musical
2-4 p.m. — Macklanburg Playhouse — Refunds available — Enjoy a whimsical story of Buddy the Elf discovering his true identity in this festive musical.
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Elf The Musical
2-4 p.m. — Macklanburg Playhouse — Refunds available up to a week prior — Delight in the holiday spirit with a musical adaptation of a beloved Christmas tale.
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Candlelight: Christmas Carols on Strings
6:30-7:30 p.m. — The Historic Grand Ballroom, Tiger Hotel — Tickets Selling Fast — Experience a magical evening of Christmas carols performed by the Lisetso String Quartet under candlelight.
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Cassie Twehus' Holiday Favorites
11 a.m. – 2 p.m. — Runge Nature Center — Free entry — Celebrate the season with festive activities hosted by the Missouri Department of Conservation.
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Kansas City Roos vs Missouri Tigers Women's Basketball
2-9:59 p.m. — Mizzou Arena — Ticket prices vary — Witness an exciting matchup between local collegiate teams on the basketball court.
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Wildlife: Fireside Stories
10-11 a.m. — Runge Nature Center — Free entry — Enjoy captivating winter tales around a cozy outdoor fire.
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New Year’s Eve Pawty
10 AM – 2 PM — Premium Pets — Free entry — Celebrate the New Year with sparkling beverages for both humans and pups at a festive backdrop.
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