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Wednesday, December 18th, 2024
Good morning, Columbia. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 18th of December.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Columbia man, sentenced to 62 years for manslaughter among other charges, has filed an appeal. ABC 17
- ➤ Two men have been charged in connection with an October shooting in Columbia, Mo., that resulted in the death of 28-year-old Orrion Moody. ABC 17
- ➤ Demetrice Tatum was deemed mentally unfit for trial and committed to the state Mental Health Department for evaluation in the Douglass Park stabbing case. Columbia Missourian
- ➤ A 21-year-old has been arrested on charges of second-degree murder in the shooting death of a 28-year-old on Clark Lane in October. KOMU 8
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Missouri has potentially high COVID-19 levels, challenging to track accurately due to limited wastewater monitoring, alongside a significant uptick in Boone County cases and a statewide decrease in flu cases. ABC 17
- ➤ Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services reports the state's first significant decrease in drug overdose deaths since 2015, attributing the decline to wider availability of naloxone. ABC 17
- ➤ Missouri health officials advise immunization as cold, flu, and other respiratory illnesses circulate, highlighting the heightened risk for those with chronic diseases. Columbia Daily Tribune
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Candlelight Concert: A Tribute to Coldplay
Experience the music of Coldplay performed by the Listeso String Quartet in an enchanting candlelit setting at voco The Tiger Hotel.
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Molly Healey String Project Concert in Columbia
Experience the Molly Healey String Project live at Rose Music Hall in Columbia, MO.
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Candlelight Concert: Vivaldi’s Four Seasons
Experience a live, multi-sensory performance of Vivaldi’s Four Seasons, presented by the Listeso String Quartet in a candlelit setting at voco The Tiger Hotel.
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Little Acorns: Become an Agent Acorn
Children can explore the role of a Conservation Agent by participating in an obstacle course and earning a junior Conservation Agent badge at Runge Nature Center.
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Native Plants Workshop for Attracting Butterflies
This workshop focuses on the essential plants needed to support the lifecycle of native butterflies in your garden.
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3D Archery Challenge at Runge Nature Center
This intermediate program focuses on honing archery skills and introducing the basics of archery hunting through a structured 3D archery challenge.
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Introductory 3D Printing Class
This class provides a comprehensive introduction to 3D printing, covering safety protocols and practical uses, with all materials included in the fee.
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Introductory Class on Heat Transfer Techniques
This 2.5-hour class provides hands-on experience with heat transfer software and equipment, focusing on safety protocols and project creation.
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Grant Gilbert Live at The Blue Note
The Blue Note in Columbia will host Grant Gilbert for an evening of live music starting at 8:00 PM.
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Missouri Blues Festival
The Missouri Blues Fest is a musical event showcasing blues performances at The Blue Note in Columbia, Missouri.
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