Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 31st of December.
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🏘️ Community
The US Exercise Tiger Foundation in Columbia is running its annual Sgt. Rosie drive to collect winter gear for veterans and those in need through eight local donation spots until January 10th.
The nonprofit aims to gather 500 blankets and needs 200 more this season.
💼 Business
Local business leaders have mixed views on Missouri’s minimum wage bump from $13.75 to $15, effective Jan.
1 after voters approved Proposition A; while some see fair wages as an investment, Missouri Restaurant Association CEO Buddy Lahl warns adjustments may force higher prices (server wages now set at $7.50).
🏛️ Government
The Boone County Sheriff's Office is preparing to open its 95%-complete Regional Law Enforcement Training Center at a new campus north of town; a public open house is set for Jan.
10 & academy classes start on Jan. 5 with full operations on Feb. 1.
🎉 Columbia Events
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MO Rock Fest
7-8:30 p.m. — The Blue Note — Cashless venue — Enjoy an evening of live rock music in Columbia's popular venue.
Intro to Longarm Quilting Class
6-8 p.m. — MACCLab | A Community Makerspace — All materials provided — Learn the basics of longarm quilting and create a small tapestry in this engaging two-hour workshop.
Auburn Tigers at Missouri Tigers Basketball
6-8 p.m. — Mizzou Arena — Cost info not provided — Watch the Auburn Tigers take on the Missouri Tigers in an exciting college basketball matchup.
Arkansas Razorbacks vs. Missouri Tigers Women's Basketball
6:30-8:30 p.m. — Mizzou Arena — Ticket prices vary — Witness a thrilling clash between the Arkansas Razorbacks and Missouri Tigers on the basketball court.
University of Missouri Hockey vs. University of Nebraska
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Washington Park Ice Arena — Ticket information varies — Catch an exciting hockey game as the University of Missouri faces off against the University of Nebraska.
Celebration of Missouri Food and Wine
6-9 p.m. — COMO Marketing — Tickets required — Experience a four-course tasting menu by renowned Columbia chefs highlighting local cuisine and wine.
Intro to Shapeoko CNC Routers Class
6:00-8:30 p.m. — MACCLab | A Community Makerspace — All materials included — Learn about the Shapeoko router and elevate your woodworking skills while adhering to safety protocols.
Intro to Machine Embroidery Class
6:00-8:30 p.m. — MACCLab | A Community Makerspace — All materials provided — Learn to use the Melco Bravo embroidery machine and create your own embroidered item.
Missouri Tigers vs. Oklahoma Sooners Basketball Game
1-3 p.m. — Mizzou Arena — Check ticket prices — Watch the University of Oklahoma take on the Missouri Tigers in an exciting college basketball matchup.
Texas A&M Aggies vs. Missouri Tigers Women's Basketball
5-7 p.m. — Mizzou Arena — Free trial available — Experience exciting college basketball as Texas A&M takes on Missouri in this SEC showdown.
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