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Mizzou men's basketball looks to bounce back in the 2026 season
Mizzou men’s basketball looks to rebuild its team after losing eight of its top nine leading scorers. The new faces for the Tigers are set to revitalize a team that struggled at the end of last season. The team lost four straight games to end the season, but look to bounce back with high quality transfers and recruits. On Jan. 24, the Tigers were neck-and-neck with rival Oklahoma, and neither team was leading by more than 6 points during the entire contest.
What to expect from the Mizzou Tigers football season this fall
This football season brings new challenges for the Missouri Tigers and their hopes of winning a national title. The Tigers will have to rebuild a gutted defense, find a new starting quarterback and see improvements in the players on the current roster to be a top team in the SEC. Mizzou looks to hit the ground running with star running backs Ahmad Hardy and Jamal Roberts returning, as well as a new quarterback with Austin Simmons.
World Cup boosts Columbia businesses with crowds
From left, Joe Schlottach, Haley Brucks and Armin Mehmedovic watch the United States versus Bosnia World Cup game on Wednesday at Southside Pizza & Pub. The game drew in fans on both sides, nearly dividing the restaurant and bar into two sections. | Nam Nguyen/Missourian For many local businesses, especially sports bars, the summer season can be one of the quieter times of the year.
World Cup boosts Columbia businesses with crowds
For many local businesses, especially sports bars, the summer season can be one of the quieter times of the year. With Mizzou athletics and college sports on hold, and the NBA and NFL seasons over, there are fewer sporting events that consistently draw crowds out. Restaurant owners said leagues like the MLB and WNBA, which continue through the summer, still don't always generate the same atmosphere as other major sporting events do throughout the year.
World Cup boosts Columbia businesses with crowds
For many local businesses, especially sports bars, the summer season can be one of the quieter times of the year. With Mizzou athletics and college sports on hold, and the NBA and NFL seasons over, there are fewer sporting events that consistently draw crowds out. Restaurant owners said leagues like the MLB and WNBA, which continue through the summer, still don’t always generate the same atmosphere as other major sporting events do throughout the year.
Beware of Poison Hemlock: A visibly harmless yet toxic plant
Poison hemlock, a weed posed as a beautiful flower, is highly toxic and can be found on roadsides, pastures, fencerows and non-crop areas. The weed can grow up to six feet tall, has leaves that extend between seven to 15 inches and has an umbrella shape of white flowers on the top, according to a news release from the University of Missouri Extension.
Bricks and Minifigs set for grand opening in July
Bricks & Minifigs, a Lego resale franchise, is set to have its grand opening in Columbia on July 11. Columbia's Bricks & Minifigs location will be one of more than 300 stores across the U.S. and Canada. It will be the first dedicated Lego resale store in the city, providing Lego enthusiasts with a place that revolves around Lego products.
Buskers Fest brings art and community together on the streets of Columbia
Downtown Columbia buzzed with music, art and street performances Saturday as the city turned out for the third annual Buskers Fest in The District. Mary Bell performs with her trio for Buskers Fest on Saturday in downtown Columbia. “I’m a recovering addict, and I have almost 18 months clean time,” Bell said. “(Singing) helps me with all that extra energy and to get in positive way.
Upscale Resale reaffirms mission as parent organization goes independent
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Young author Ilana Bonaparte celebrates first book
The church hall fell to a hush as Ilana Bonaparte stood to read her inaugural novel as an author. At only 9 years old, she just published her first book: "Coyote Catchers, Book 1: Asla and the Dirtway Trail." There was a read-along and book signing for Ilana’s novel on Saturday at Progressive Baptist Church of Columbia. The story has been in the works for over a year, and marks the first of many books Ilana plans to write. k9bmx?DA:C65 3J C625:?8k^9bm kAmx=2?2 3682?
Mizzou Athletics partners with Sodexo Live! starting this season
A new type of catering is coming to Mizzou Athletics in the fall. The University of Missouri is partnering with Sodexo Live! for food, beverage and fan experience across all Mizzou Athletics venues, according to a news release from Mizzou Athletics. Sodexo Live! is a global hospitality partner that provides catering hospitality, food retail, retail merchandizing, venue sales and marketing and hospitality ticketing to a variety of venues across the different levels of sports.
Kicking off the summer with fun, music and festivals in Columbia
This summer, Columbia is hosting several festivals featuring music performers, art, activities and celebrations. For those interested in learning more, below are the dates, times and locations of each event. kAmk2 9C67lQ9EEADi^^4@=F>3:22CE=628F6]@C8^2CE:?E96A2C<^9@>6Q E2C86ElQ03=2?<QmkDEC@?8mpCE :? E96 A2C<k^DEC@?8mk^2mk^Am kAm%96 efE9 2??F2= pCE :? E96 !2C< H:== 5:DA=2J 2 G2C:6EJ @7 2CE A:646D[ 92?5D @?
New McDonald's opens near Mizzou campus
The seventh set of golden arches is up and running in Columbia, at 200 S. Providence Road. The restaurant, which has taken the place of the old Hardee’s, opened for business Tuesday and is one block from the northeast side of the University of Missouri campus. kAmp44@C5:?8 E@ 2 ?6HD C6=62D6[ 6IA2?D:@?D H6C6 >256 E@ E96 3F:=5:?8[ 255:?8 2 EH@\=2?6 5C:G6\E9CF 2?5 2 A2C<:?8 =@E H:E9 ?62C=J c_ DA246D]k^Am kAm%96 @A6?:?8 2=D@ 3C@F89E >@C6 E92? ed ;@3 @AA@CEF?:E:6D 7@C DEF56?ED 2?5 =@42= C6D:56?ED]k^Am
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