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Veterans United’s Bright Lights Holiday Nights returns for one final season, inviting the community to enjoy the free drive-thru display before it closes due to area development and traffic concerns.
Veterans United opens for the final year of holiday lights display
The drive-thru is open from 7 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. Monday to Friday, and 5:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. on weekends.
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December 16, 2025 at 1:00 AM
Veterans United’s Bright Lights Holiday Nights returns for one final season, inviting the community to enjoy the free drive-thru display before it closes due to area development and traffic concerns.
Mizzou showcases their depth against Saint Louis with four players finishing the contest in double digits in a 82-66 win.
Strength in numbers carries Mizzou Women past the Billikens
Missouri uses balanced scoring and depth to defeat Saint Louis.
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December 16, 2025 at 12:00 AM
Mizzou showcases their depth against Saint Louis with four players finishing the contest in double digits in a 82-66 win.
A Columbia cyclist is nearing 10 years of riding every single day, racking up more than 122,000 miles through all conditions without breaking his streak.
Rain, sleet or heat: Columbia cyclist notches 122,000 miles in 3,650 straight days of riding
Ten years ago, Todd Narrol vowed to ride his bike every single day. On Dec. 28, that promise will come true.
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December 15, 2025 at 11:00 PM
A Columbia cyclist is nearing 10 years of riding every single day, racking up more than 122,000 miles through all conditions without breaking his streak.
Patrick Mahomes sustained a torn ACL in his left knee against the Chargers on Sunday. The Chiefs would go onto lose the contest 16-13, therefore eliminating them from playoff contention.
Mahomes tears ACL as Chargers eliminate Chiefs from playoff contention with 16-13 victory
The Los Angeles Chargers eliminate the Kansas City Chiefs from playoff contention with a 16-13 victory on Sunday, with Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes tearing the ACL in his left knee.
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December 15, 2025 at 10:00 PM
Patrick Mahomes sustained a torn ACL in his left knee against the Chargers on Sunday. The Chiefs would go onto lose the contest 16-13, therefore eliminating them from playoff contention.
Columbia’s only ice skating rink is back for the season, welcoming skaters of all skill levels with rental skates and outdoor sessions.
Columbia's only ice skating rink reopens
Emily Baker, left, and Luke Hogan skate on the newly reopened ice skating rink on Saturday at The Kitchen Grill & Games in Columbia. Baker held onto the railings since
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December 15, 2025 at 9:00 PM
Columbia’s only ice skating rink is back for the season, welcoming skaters of all skill levels with rental skates and outdoor sessions.
Following lights out shooting performances from Jacob Crews & Mark Mitchell, Mizzou finishes home non-conference play with a definitive win over Bethune-Cookman.
Mizzou men's basketball finishes home non-conference play perfect with win over Bethune-Cookman
Mizzou men's basketball earned its 10th season win Sunday over Bethune-Cookman, closing out its home non-conference schedule.
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December 15, 2025 at 8:30 PM
Following lights out shooting performances from Jacob Crews & Mark Mitchell, Mizzou finishes home non-conference play with a definitive win over Bethune-Cookman.
Cold weather is coming and local police share essential tips on what to keep in your car and what to do if you get stranded this winter.
How to prepare your car for safe winter travel
Local experts provide tips on what to do if you get stranded in your vehicle during cold temperatures.
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December 15, 2025 at 8:00 PM
Cold weather is coming and local police share essential tips on what to keep in your car and what to do if you get stranded this winter.
Mizzou offensive coordinator, Kirby Moore, will be leaving to take on the head coaching job at Washington State. Moore’s tenure at Mizzou lasted only three years but he played a major role in the recent success of the Tigers.
Mizzou OC Moore leaving to be head coach at Washington State
Kirby Moore is leaving Missouri to become Washington State’s next head coach, the school announced Friday, ending a three-year run in Columbia and opening a major offseason search for the
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December 15, 2025 at 7:30 PM
Mizzou offensive coordinator, Kirby Moore, will be leaving to take on the head coaching job at Washington State. Moore’s tenure at Mizzou lasted only three years but he played a major role in the recent success of the Tigers.
The Candy Factory celebrated its 40th anniversary in 2024, a long journey from the first store on Broadway.
The Candy Factory: A sweet spot in Columbia for more than 40 years
The Candy Factory celebrated its 40th anniversary in 2024, a long journey from the first store on Broadway.
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December 14, 2025 at 9:00 PM
The Candy Factory celebrated its 40th anniversary in 2024, a long journey from the first store on Broadway.
On today's front page:
— Cyclist rides in rain, sleet or heat
— Council to consider shelter funds for homeless
— Ameren plans 30-mile line to link to Grain Belt Express
— Weather delays Route K, Old Plank Road project
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— Cyclist rides in rain, sleet or heat
— Council to consider shelter funds for homeless
— Ameren plans 30-mile line to link to Grain Belt Express
— Weather delays Route K, Old Plank Road project
Subscribers can view the e-edition at https://www.columbiamissourian.com/eedition/
December 14, 2025 at 2:00 PM
On today's front page:
— Cyclist rides in rain, sleet or heat
— Council to consider shelter funds for homeless
— Ameren plans 30-mile line to link to Grain Belt Express
— Weather delays Route K, Old Plank Road project
Subscribers can view the e-edition at https://www.columbiamissourian.com/eedition/
— Cyclist rides in rain, sleet or heat
— Council to consider shelter funds for homeless
— Ameren plans 30-mile line to link to Grain Belt Express
— Weather delays Route K, Old Plank Road project
Subscribers can view the e-edition at https://www.columbiamissourian.com/eedition/
On today's front page:
— Inclusivity is key at Rock Bridge church
— City works with company on short-term rentals
— Mizzou students protest surveillance cams
— Senate rejects ACA extension
Subscribers can view the e-edition at:https://www.columbiamissourian.com/eedition/
— Inclusivity is key at Rock Bridge church
— City works with company on short-term rentals
— Mizzou students protest surveillance cams
— Senate rejects ACA extension
Subscribers can view the e-edition at:https://www.columbiamissourian.com/eedition/
December 12, 2025 at 2:00 PM
On today's front page:
— Inclusivity is key at Rock Bridge church
— City works with company on short-term rentals
— Mizzou students protest surveillance cams
— Senate rejects ACA extension
Subscribers can view the e-edition at:https://www.columbiamissourian.com/eedition/
— Inclusivity is key at Rock Bridge church
— City works with company on short-term rentals
— Mizzou students protest surveillance cams
— Senate rejects ACA extension
Subscribers can view the e-edition at:https://www.columbiamissourian.com/eedition/
The University of Missouri announced a limited-time voluntary retirement option
to transfer the lump-sum value of their pension benefits into a contribution plan.
The plan aims to give employees greater flexibility and control over their retirement savings.
to transfer the lump-sum value of their pension benefits into a contribution plan.
The plan aims to give employees greater flexibility and control over their retirement savings.
Board of Curators approves new defined contribution plan for employees
The University of Missouri's new voluntary retirement program allows employees more flexibility over retirement savings.
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December 11, 2025 at 9:30 PM
The University of Missouri announced a limited-time voluntary retirement option
to transfer the lump-sum value of their pension benefits into a contribution plan.
The plan aims to give employees greater flexibility and control over their retirement savings.
to transfer the lump-sum value of their pension benefits into a contribution plan.
The plan aims to give employees greater flexibility and control over their retirement savings.
A judged has ordered that Owen Ramsingh be deported to the Netherlands with a lifetime ban on returning to the United States.
Longtime Columbia resident to be deported after sudden court transfer
Owen Ramsingh will be sent to the Netherlands after monthslong stays in detention facilities with unfit conditions.
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December 11, 2025 at 8:30 PM
A judged has ordered that Owen Ramsingh be deported to the Netherlands with a lifetime ban on returning to the United States.
Here is why ground beef prices are up by nearly 13%, an all-time high.
Here's why beef prices have hit an all-time high with no end in sight
Consumers are spending almost 15% more on beef products this year, compared to 2024.
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December 11, 2025 at 7:30 PM
Here is why ground beef prices are up by nearly 13%, an all-time high.
The annual Bright Lights Holiday Nights event has welcomed the community every December for the free drive-thru lights experience with this year being the final year.
Veterans United opens for the final year of holiday lights display
The drive-thru is open from 7 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. Monday to Friday, and 5:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. on weekends.
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December 11, 2025 at 6:30 PM
The annual Bright Lights Holiday Nights event has welcomed the community every December for the free drive-thru lights experience with this year being the final year.
On today's front page:
— Ramsingh set to be deported
— VU holiday display opens
— Beef prices hitting all-time high
— AI crime app spreads false report
— Missouri SNAP to exclude junk food
Subscribers can view the e-edition at: https://www.columbiamissourian.com/eedition/
— Ramsingh set to be deported
— VU holiday display opens
— Beef prices hitting all-time high
— AI crime app spreads false report
— Missouri SNAP to exclude junk food
Subscribers can view the e-edition at: https://www.columbiamissourian.com/eedition/
December 11, 2025 at 2:00 PM
On today's front page:
— Ramsingh set to be deported
— VU holiday display opens
— Beef prices hitting all-time high
— AI crime app spreads false report
— Missouri SNAP to exclude junk food
Subscribers can view the e-edition at: https://www.columbiamissourian.com/eedition/
— Ramsingh set to be deported
— VU holiday display opens
— Beef prices hitting all-time high
— AI crime app spreads false report
— Missouri SNAP to exclude junk food
Subscribers can view the e-edition at: https://www.columbiamissourian.com/eedition/
Mizzou seniors, Maya Sands, Caylen Alexander and Tyrah Ariail have been named as AVCA All-Central Region selections following the end of the 2025 season.
Three Tigers earn AVCA All-Region honors, Crownover and three others hit the transfer portal
Missouri volleyball's Maya Sands marks her third AVCA All-Central Region selection, joined by fellow seniors Caylen Alexander and Tyrah Ariail. But all is not calm for the Tigers; Marina Cownover
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December 11, 2025 at 12:00 AM
Mizzou seniors, Maya Sands, Caylen Alexander and Tyrah Ariail have been named as AVCA All-Central Region selections following the end of the 2025 season.
Columbia College sophomore, Amara Vrell, was crowned the individual champion of the Cougar Clash invitational and in turn earned Heart of America Bowler of the Week honors.
Columbia College bowler earns conference honors after tournament win
Four Cougars earned conference honors for their performances, highlighted by a new program record in shot put.
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December 10, 2025 at 11:00 PM
Columbia College sophomore, Amara Vrell, was crowned the individual champion of the Cougar Clash invitational and in turn earned Heart of America Bowler of the Week honors.
On Saturday, the Boone County History and Culture Center is hosting a “Christmas Around the World” event.
International holiday crafts to be featured at Boone County History and Culture Center
Kids can learn about Christmas traditions from Japan, Germany, Sweden, Mexico and West Africa through crafts and history.
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December 10, 2025 at 10:00 PM
On Saturday, the Boone County History and Culture Center is hosting a “Christmas Around the World” event.
Eil Drinkwitz doesn’t expect a lot of players to opt-out of the Tiger’s bowl game versus Virginia.
Drinkwitz doesn't expect many Tigers to opt out of Gator Bowl
Missouri and Virginia both have something to play for on Dec. 27 in Jacksonville, Florida, even if the value of bowl games is on the decline. Tigers coach Eli Drinkwitz
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December 10, 2025 at 9:00 PM
Eil Drinkwitz doesn’t expect a lot of players to opt-out of the Tiger’s bowl game versus Virginia.
A state grant of $200,000 could expand the University of Missouri’s undergraduate nursing program.
A $200,000 grant will help expand MU undergraduate nursing program
Mizzou's Bachelor of Science in Nursing program will explore weekend and evening options with a $200,000 state grant.
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December 10, 2025 at 8:00 PM
A state grant of $200,000 could expand the University of Missouri’s undergraduate nursing program.
On Jan. 13 at 3 p.m., Mike Kehoe will give his State of the State Address at the House Chamber of the Missouri State Capitol.
Kehoe to deliver State of the State Address on Jan. 13
The governor's second State of the State address will include his 2027 budget proposal.
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December 10, 2025 at 7:00 PM
On Jan. 13 at 3 p.m., Mike Kehoe will give his State of the State Address at the House Chamber of the Missouri State Capitol.
April Ferrao, Board President John Lyman, Keary Husain and Board Vice President Paul Harper filed for Columbia School Board elections.
Four candidates file for Columbia School Board as window opens
Three seats will be open in the April election. The deadline to file as a candidate is Dec. 30.
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December 10, 2025 at 6:00 PM
April Ferrao, Board President John Lyman, Keary Husain and Board Vice President Paul Harper filed for Columbia School Board elections.
On today's front page:
— Birds prepare for winter in Columbia
— Campaign to put map on ballot turns in signatures
— Columbia-based EquipmentShare files for an IPO
— DOE proposes plan to axe student loan forgiveness
Subscribers can view the e-edition at: https://www.columbiamissourian.com/eedition/
— Birds prepare for winter in Columbia
— Campaign to put map on ballot turns in signatures
— Columbia-based EquipmentShare files for an IPO
— DOE proposes plan to axe student loan forgiveness
Subscribers can view the e-edition at: https://www.columbiamissourian.com/eedition/
December 10, 2025 at 2:00 PM
On today's front page:
— Birds prepare for winter in Columbia
— Campaign to put map on ballot turns in signatures
— Columbia-based EquipmentShare files for an IPO
— DOE proposes plan to axe student loan forgiveness
Subscribers can view the e-edition at: https://www.columbiamissourian.com/eedition/
— Birds prepare for winter in Columbia
— Campaign to put map on ballot turns in signatures
— Columbia-based EquipmentShare files for an IPO
— DOE proposes plan to axe student loan forgiveness
Subscribers can view the e-edition at: https://www.columbiamissourian.com/eedition/
Powerhouse Community Development Corporation gave out 2,312 turkeys with food boxes and served 1,823 meals on Thanksgiving Day.
Powerhouse Community Development Corporation helps residents secure food for the holidays
The organization gave out 2,312 turkeys with food boxes and served 1,823 meals on Thanksgiving Day.
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December 9, 2025 at 9:30 PM
Powerhouse Community Development Corporation gave out 2,312 turkeys with food boxes and served 1,823 meals on Thanksgiving Day.