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Club Car Wash recently finished renovating it Sandman location, celebrating the milestone with a grand opening party Nov. 30. Kendell Palmquist, director of marketing, says the grand opening was a great accomplishment. “The re-opening of…

A new workout facility is getting ready to open in Columbia. CrossFit Verus is planning its grand opening from 8:30 a.m.-noon. Saturday at 3601 Buttonwood Drive. According to its Facebook page, the workout is for people at all fitness…

The Columbia Independent School recently got approval from the CIS Board of Trustees to redesign the campus. The plan is to add a 27,000-square-foot upper school building for grades nine through 12, while also renovating its existing…

It is time to vote! But there are some changes to be aware of before showing up to your polling location. To vote in person on Tuesday, Missourians will need to show a valid photo ID, which can include a Missouri driver's or non-driver's…

Colors can make or break a person's look. And now, folks in Columbia have a chance to get a total makeover using the power of primary colors. Owner Ashley Shryock opened the new House of Colour franchise just east of Columbia on Aug. 25.…

Columbia is soon getting a new place to play golf, indoor golf that is. The family-owned entertainment business, Caddies Indoor Golf, is planning a grand opening on Nov. 1. Owners Mark Giboney and Jodie Giboney are overjoyed by the reaction…

Fringe Western Wear has officially doubled in size. The expansion  started off with a bang at its grand opening on Sept. 24. Now, the owners have expanded its inventory to fill up the 5,000 additional square feet. Morgan Pingel, one of…

Plans are underway for a swim, scuba and travel company to build a new facility on Vawter School Road. Columbia’s local dive shop, Captain Nemo’s, was purchased by Diventures in 2020. Diventures hopes to build a full-service swim and…

Aria Luxury Apartments' newest phase of buildings has incorporated an area for commercial space, and one of the first businesses has officially opened to the public. First State Community Bank opened its doors Sept. 1 on the first floor…

After months of planning and construction, Lakeside Ashland debuts on Friday, Sept. 9, beginning at 5 p.m. Lakeside Ashland is located just off U.S. 63 at 5900 E. Log Providence Road. Attendees are encouraged to bring chairs and…

The Missouri Chamber of Commerce and Industry’s Show-Me Careers is a program for people to learn about the different career paths in today’s environment. It’s a way for education professionals to understand the skills, behaviors and…

Como Smoke & Fire is one step closer to opening a second location in Columbia, where Buckingham Smokehouse Bar-B-Q once was. One of the owners of Como Smoke & Fire, Christy Hawkins, said the city approved the plans for renovation in…

Logbaot Brewery’s expansion is making headway on phase two of the project. According to its social media, Logboat is prepping the east yard for the new production space.  The plan is for that space to efficiently keep beer in stock, expand…

The Grind Coffee House has officially announced its new location on Mizzou’s campus. Students will soon be able to get a cup of coffee from The Grind inside the Donald W. Reynolds Journalism Institute. The Missouri School of Journalism…

The first ever permanent immersive selfie exhibit is opening its doors in Columbia today. Selfie Love, located at 804 Locust St. in downtown Columbia, will offer 10 interactive selfie sets for guest photos and an all-white party room.…

A new workout class will soon be available for those in Columbia with a love for cycling. CycleBar will be located at 503 E. Nifong Blvd., suite J, in the Rock Bridge Shopping Center. It will be opening its doors this fall to members at…

Despite the recent excessive heat, construction is still on track for Columbia Regional Airport’s new terminal. Airport Manager Mike Parks says the summer heat is not affecting the timeline of the project since crews are working indoors.…

The Ronald McDonald House, which offers a respite to families of children facing health care issues, recently announced its new location. Construction will begin in the fall on a new location at 1110 S. College Ave., at the northeast…

Ben Hamrah and Amanda Elliott, owners of Beet Box located on Fay Street and pictured above, will soon be taking over Hoss’s Market and Rotisserie. According to the new owners, Hoss’s will continue to have its own identity and not be seen as…

Editor's Note: This article was originally published on May 26 and has been updated. A new gym opened in Columbia, offering a new indoor venue for climbing enthusiasts or just those interested in trying it out. CoMo Rocks, 205 E.…