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Columbia
Tuesday, December 24th, 2024
Good morning, Columbia. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 24th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Boone County Sheriff's Office and Missouri State Highway Patrol are seeking public assistance to find 68-year-old Billy D. Miller, diagnosed with dementia, who has been missing since December 22. ABC 17
- ➤ Santa Claus brought holiday cheer to newborn patients in the MU Children's Hospital NICU with a special visit on Dec. 23, involving festive outfits and photos. KRCG
- ➤ The Candy Factory, a family-owned business in mid-Missouri, celebrates 50 years of providing homemade sweets for the holidays, emphasizing its deep community ties and long-standing tradition. KOMU 8
- ➤ The GO COMO Green Route will no longer make westbound stops at South William Street at Boone Hospital to enhance schedule reliability, while eastbound service remains unchanged. ABC 17
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ The Columbia Fire Department successfully contained a vehicle fire on Freedom Drive, preventing building damage and reporting no injuries, though 8-10 utility vehicles were lost. KRCG
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Dustin Higgins was sentenced to 30 years for a 2022 shooting in Missouri, after asking the victim 'Would a cop do this?' before firing. KRCG
- ➤ Marlon McCraney was arrested and charged with first-degree assault and armed criminal action after allegedly shooting a woman in Columbia's Douglass Park. ABC 17
- ➤ Two juveniles were hospitalized in stable condition following a shooting in eastern Columbia near East Broadway and Keene Street. Columbia Missourian
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Deborah Faye Warren-Reynolds, at 66, graduates with a nursing degree from Columbia College, becoming an inspiration after her granddaughter's TikTok post goes viral. KOMU 8
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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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Missouri Indie Fest 2025
Missouri Indie Fest is an all-ages music festival featuring various indie artists, taking place at Rose Music Hall in Columbia, MO.
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Boone Regional Beekeepers Association Monthly Meeting
The Boone Regional Beekeepers Association meets monthly at the University of Missouri to discuss beekeeping practices and initiatives.
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Winter Button Crafting Workshop
Participants can create their own pin-back buttons using provided materials or personal images and decorations at this family-friendly event.
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