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Happy weekend, Columbia!
In today’s happening-today edition: MoDOT I-70 upgrade details, an icy polar plunge for Special Olympics, a chili and pie contest, and more. + events worth checking out today & tomorrow.
From today’s sponsor, FinanceBuzz: Many Missouri drivers end up paying higher auto insurance premiums because they don’t shop around enough. The same driver with the same car can get wildly different quotes from different insurers, so it truly pays to compare. Their free tool makes it easy.*
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📰 In the news
Public interest surges for project: MoDOT outlined I-70 upgrades at a Columbia hearing, adding a third lane between Rocheport and Columbia and updating key interchanges. Construction is expected this spring or summer, bringing traffic impacts — get all the project details.
Ministry meets marketplace: Columbia College and Central Christian College of the Bible have launched a dual degree letting CCCB students study in Moberly while earning a Columbia College degree with career focused minors — read the full story.
Arcade triumph and community support: Columbia’s Belles & Chimes hosted a winter women’s pinball tournament at Hexagon Alley after a Jan. 25 delay. A former world champion won. The next tournament is May 3 — see who took the title.
Nothing prepares you for a pet emergency: I learned that the hard way after charging $10k to a credit card for life-saving surgery on my cat, Miss Stache. As soon as we got home, I signed up for Spot. It’s super affordable – and reimburses up to 90% of the bill.*
Gold & silver are hot: Last year was gold’s best year since 1979. Silver did even better, climbing nearly 150%… and analysts expect the momentum to continue. Curious about precious metal investing? GoldCo has a helpful guide that covers everything you need to know. It’s free — and definitely worth a read.*
Highlights this week:
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💎 Local business spotlight
Global sweets, local vibes: Put Dough x Batter on your treat radar this week. This cottage bakery brings Columbia hard-to-find bakes from around the world, each pairing indulgence with a little backstory, so dessert doubles as a mini culture lesson…minus the homework.
Glow without the guesswork: Whether you want a subtle refresh or to fade sun spots, Retuva Medical Spa pairs physician-led care with injectables, RF microneedling, and lasers that fit busy weeks. Expect low drama, steady results, and skin that looks well-rested.
Go throw this week: Harmony Bends Championship Disc Golf Course at Strawn Park weaves fairways over big hills, past creek crossings, and into just-one-more-hole views. Bring a friend and a trusty midrange. Locals rave because beginner-friendly tees welcome new arms, while longer looks and lines offer real bite when you want it.
These aren’t ads or sponsored placements, just some cool nearby spots we think are worth a visit.
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🫶 We got your back
Thinning hair? Don’t treat the wrong thing: When my ponytail started thinning, I tried the usual stuff (biotin, shampoo, sprays, etc.) and not one of them lasted. Turns out, most products target the strand, not the follicle… and that’s the whole problem. Once follicles go dormant, they need targeted help to come back. The good news? You can get treatment that actually works with no office visits or trips to the pharmacy. Learn about my favorites here →
Last call for the CVS Epic Beauty Sale: Today’s your last chance to save on all sorts of self-care products at CVS, including makeup, beauty tools, skin care, hair masks, moisturizers, and more from all your favorite brands. *Shop the sale before it ends →
Paying full price is officially optional: Blu Dot just marked down dozens of their best sofas, beds, dining tables, outdoor pieces, and lighting by as much as 60%. Not because something’s wrong with them, but because every great design eventually has to make room for the next one. The deals change daily, so it’s always a new adventure. *See what’s on sale today →
Most people have no idea what’s happening inside their body: Not because the data doesn’t exist, but because no one’s collecting it. Routine annual checkups miss things like body composition, biological age, and the biomarkers that can help predict long-term patterns. The good news? HumeHealth offers tools to help you track all of that at home for less than the cost of a specialist visit. *Use code NEW20 to save 20% →
Something in your house is about to break: It might be your AC, your water heater, your fridge… doesn’t matter. Every major appliance has an expiration date, and when it goes, you’ll be staring down a repair bill that can climb into the thousands fast. An AHS home warranty covers these types of surprises + *select plans are $150 off right now →
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📆 Around town today & tomorrow
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All events are subject to change without notice. Always check official event pages for the most up to date information.
🛍 Mid-Mo Snappers Rummage Sale @ Scheppers Distribution Company | Saturday (3/14) at 8:00 AM – If your idea of treasure hunting involves card tables, coffee, and exact change, hit the Mid-Mo Snappers Rummage Sale. It is a multi-family haul, so expect vintage kitchenware, tools, kid gear, maybe that missing Tupperware lid. Bring small bills, patience, and your best bargaining face.
♻ E-Waste Event @ IBM | Saturday (3/14) at 9:00 AM – Time to evict the box of mystery cables and that TV with a backside. E-waste drop at 2810 Lemone Industrial, enter via Grindstone, takes old electronics, televisions, and appliances from mid-Missouri residents. TVs and freon items are $10, everything else is free, cash or check.
🥧 Chili and Pie Contest @ VFW Post 2657 (Fulton) | Saturday (3/14) at 10:00 AM – Pi Day calls for pie, and chili to keep the judges honest. Open to all with day-of registration and cash prizes through fifth, just bring your crock pot and your A-game. Mild or hot chili, fruit, cream, or other pies, bragging rights included.
🥶 2026 Polar Plunge @ Stephens Lake Park | Saturday (3/14) at 12:00 PM – Columbia’s Polar Plunge lets you jump into icy water, prove you’re tougher than February, and raise money for Special Olympics Missouri. Expect music, goofy costumes, and instant bragging rights, then thaw out with the warm glow of doing good, and maybe a hot coffee.
🌱 DIY Faux Terrariums @ Callaway County Public Library (Fulton) | Saturday (3/14) at 12:30 PM – Bring your inner plant parent, but leave the guilt, we’re building faux terrariums with pebbles, sand, artificial moss, faux plants, and zero chance of you forgetting to water. Tweens 9+, teens, and adults welcome at the Fulton library, all supplies included. Register at www.dbrl.org/register-fulton.
🎺 Messiah @ Sacred Heart Catholic Church | Saturday (3/14) at 1:00 PM – Messiah isn’t just a December thing; Handel wrote it for Easter, so let’s do it properly. Chamber Choir leads a part-performance, part sing-along with soloists, harpsichord, and strings, scores to borrow or buy, $10 suggested, no rehearsal required, just lungs and your best Hallelujah.
🐾 Pet CPR & First Aid Class @ UMDR Training Facility | Sunday (3/15) at 11:00 AM – Pet CPR and First Aid at the UMDR Training Facility, taught by PetTech, because the dog always picks the worst moment to be dramatic. It’s $100, certification lasts two years, and yes, responsible humans, register through the ticket link.
Live music & entertainment:
Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →
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📻 Columbia report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 69°F – Low: 57°F – Precip: 2%
Mostly sunny, with a high near 69. Southeast wind 8 to 12 mph, with gusts as high as 23 mph. Later: A slight chance of rain after 1am. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 57. South wind 9 to 13 mph, with gusts as high as 24 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%.
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Tomorrow – High: 66°F – Low: 16°F – Precip: 92%
Rain likely before 1pm, then showers and thunderstorms between 1pm and 4pm, then rain. Cloudy. High near 66, with temperatures falling to around 51 in the afternoon. Southwest wind 14 to 22 mph, with gusts as high as 39 mph. Chance of precipitation is 90%. Later: Rain before 7pm, then rain and snow. Cloudy. Low around 16, with temperatures rising to around 20 overnight. Northwest wind 21 to 24 mph, with gusts as high as 43 mph. Chance of precipitation is 90%. New snow accumulation of 1 to 2 inches possible.
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