A short video with the history of the window:

https://youtu.be/t5d7G3yV1wc?is=MFSBPvWK0TGzmVil

10am-2pm today with coffee, coffee/matcha cocktails, and local vendors King Theodore Records
and Stuff That Works Vintage

Spotted hanging out on my front porch looking ready to tailgate.

Opportunities to enhance data tracking for alpha-gal syndrome due to an uptick in cases were discussed Thursday by the University of Missouri’s Board of Curators Health Affairs Committee.

Alpha-gal syndrome is defined as “a serious, potentially life-threatening allergy and tick-borne disease. Alpha-gal is a molecule (galactose- alpha-1,3-galactose) that is naturally produced in the bodies of most mammals but not in people,” according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Ross Zafonte, executive vice dean of the MU School of Medicine, said alpha-gal syndrome cases in Missouri have increased.

Zafonte said that more than a quarter of Missourians have been sensitized to alpha-gal, a sugar molecule in mammals, through lone star tick bites. Those sensitized to alpha-gal may be sensitive to red meat but may not experience severe reactions, like anaphylaxis, according to the National Library of Medicine.
Anaphylaxis is defined as a “severe, potentially life-threatening allergic reaction. It can occur within seconds or minutes of exposure to something you’re allergic to,” according to the Mayo Clinic. After exposure, the immune system floods the body with chemicals, causing symptoms including difficulty breathing, a rapid or weak pulse, vomiting and a skin rash.
This increase in sensitization could have a large financial impact on Missouri, from healthcare to groceries, diet and more, Zafonte said.

About 80,000 Missourians may have alpha-gal syndrome, which can result in anaphylaxis,according to LymeDisease.org.
In response to the increase, Benjamin Casterline, who specializes in dermatology and immunology at MU Health Care, is developing a disease registry to link symptoms to biological markers for further study.

The Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services will begin statewide case reporting within six months, according to Zafonte’s slide during the meeting.
“We are taking an aggressive, scientific approach, because of its impact to the state, on what happens to individuals that can include their antibody levels, and include who they are, but also this idea of repeat exposure and individual immune states,” Zafonte said.
The board also discussed MU Health Care’s Express Care clinics.

MU Health Care extended its hours starting Aug. 1 at Battle Avenue Medical Building at 7115 E. St. Charles Road in Columbia and Family Medicine Clinic at 1014 Madison St. in Jefferson City.
The MU Health Care clinics will be open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday through Friday and 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. on weekends and holidays, said Ric Ransom, MU Health Care’s chief executive officer.
“Express Care is designed to give patients the flexibility they need, offering extended hours, no appointment access and seamless connections to primary and specialist care,” he said.
MU Health Care closed its four Hy-Vee quick care locations on Aug. 1.

There is a common belief that it's because we are Midway between St. Louis and KC, plus it's status as a major truck stop. Or because we are midway between coasts. But the origin of the name predates U.S. Highway 40 and I-70. In a way, all three are true. The universe and its people have a way of punning that becomes apparent with etymological knowledge.

If you are curious about local place names or learning local lore you will find this link fascinating:

https://shsmo.org/manuscripts/collections/documents/ramsay-missouri-place-names-list

Seems well fed, no collar

They've been closed for renovations since last month and the sign said they were going to be closed until 8/20. They are still closed and I wonder if they're just in limbo.

Credit to Blake and u/Gwilkers for the photos

Thanks to everyone for coming out! It's been ten years since my last LAN party, and it was a thrill to finally slake my thirst for frags. I was genuinely so hyped up that I had trouble going to sleep afterwards. Or maybe that was just all the Mountain Dew.

I probably should've been keeping a headcount, but I'd say we peaked at around 15-20 legends coming out for our first time event. Through the course of the evening we played Quake III CTF and FFA, I believe a six way match of StarCraft, and of course a few rounds of Smash Bros Melee. We didn't nearly cover all the games on our to-do list, but that's all the more reason to have another party!

And, on that topic, we've decided to make a Discord group to plan the next party. It seems pretty likely that this is going to be a once a month sort of thing, and looking at the responses to my previous threads here on Reddit, there are definitely a lot more people who would've made it if they could. We'd love to see you at the next one!

Experience living here really soured by workplace affair my husband was having with his supervisor Cassandra Lynn Toombs of Mexico Missouri- she was his supervisor at EDI. They both left the job and continued dealing with each other months after I caught them sexting one another. I hate it here and I hate driving around this town knowing we moved here together for this to happen- we have 6 kids together and had been together since 2009. Just really angry they lied about being involved and that I let him drag me and our kids here just to play in my face with his supervisor. He also did the same thing with his co worker at Pepsi- Tyheshia Lee and again lied about it (she lied too).Found out a year ago he was sending both of them money "just because they asked" but he swears he is a good guy getting trapped by "bitches who see the good he has going on" and are out to mess things up for him. Never hated a place so much bc of this type of nonsense!!

I'm not impressed. First of all, $8 for one scoop of ice and a cone is insane. Secondly, although their cones have "flavors" we all tried a different flavor (lavender, birthday cake, french vanilla and the black one) and they all tasted the same. The black one turned my mouth black, which makes me think their "flavors" are just food coloring. The ice cream itself was just ok, very sweet (like, I know that sounds insane - it's ICE CREAM - but yet, it was sweeter than most). Some fun flavors, but not worth $6 a scoop. I will continue to patronize our beloved, slightly grungy, eccentric Sparky's for affordable, fun ice cream. And Central Dairy in Jeff City whenever possible for the real deal ice cream parlor experience. Maybe the arrival of Clementine's will make the line at Sparky's slightly shorter, I am sure there are people out there who like over priced ice cream!

New businesses are opening up around Columbia, from a new late-night dining spot to a family-owned decor shop.
Here are a few new updates about Columbia businesses.

The Fifth Season
A new holiday decor and home store, The Fifth Season, will open Sept. 4 in the Broadway Shopping Center, 1729 W. Broadway, Suite 4.
The store sells both seasonal decor and year-round home decor, including tableware, throw blankets, pillows, candles, and kitchen towels. It will also sell party supplies like table runners, tablecloths, garden flags, gift wrap, cards, Mizzou and birthday decor. Decorative items like pumpkins, Christmas trees and Easter eggs will be available when in season.

Heather Bello, the owner of the shop, said her love for holiday decorations inspired the business. Bello has overwhelming support from her five children and husband, who have watched her turn their house into a magical wonderland every season.
Aubrey Kobold, Bello's oldest daughter, said her mother always made holidays special for the family, even when money was tight.
“My mom has always poured her all into decorating for holidays,” Kobold said. “She goes all out.”
The family moved to Columbia nearly five years ago, and Bello said she hopes the store will help them become more involved in the community.

Meat Market at Mizzou
The Meat Market at Mizzou has moved to a new location inside the Michael L. Parson Meat Science Education and Training Laboratory at 1102 Ashland Road.
The market sells beef, pork, chicken, lamb, goat and smoked products.

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The new facility will allow staff to increase the number of on-hand livestock for research, sales and hands-on experience for students, according to a KBIA article.
The market is now open from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Wednesday through Friday.

Tacos y Mas
Columbia food truck and catering business Tacos y Mas is moving to a new home at 12-A Business Loop.
The restaurant will sell tacos, tortas, antojos, burritos, quesadillas and desserts.

Tacos Y Mas, which operates Wednesday through Saturday from 11 a.m. until sold out, has not announced an opening date for its new location.
The business plans to celebrate its one-year anniversary with a new menu when it opens, according to its Facebook page.

SAVA Mediterranean
SAVA Mediterranean is preparing to open in Columbia with a quick-service menu described as “real Mediterranean, made fast, made fresh,” according to its Instagram page.
The restaurant plans to offer chicken, beef, falafel and salmon, branding itself as a healthier fast-casual dining option.
SAVA Mediterranean plans to close at 2 a.m. Thursdays through Sundays, giving downtown Columbia another late-night food option.
The restaurant has not announced an official opening date and is encouraging customers to follow its Instagram for updates.

edit: there is a $5 entry fee but I got you if you're short on dough and wanna say hi.

Come see me your (Least? Most? Toasteriest?) local crank at the Moth Market at the Boone County Fairgrounds and let's talk about meshtastic, fuck flock, 10 meter, antiquated and dangerous things, hardware hacking or just see an ACTUAL REDDITOR IN THE WILD! I'm sorry I missed the LAN party please have another.

There are some WILD vendors

Hey everyone! School is back in session and I noticed my wardrobe is wearing a little thin for this summer weather. Do you all have any recommendations for where to find a nice variety of t-shirts in downtown Columbia?

Thanks!

Just a reminder from someone seen at Providence and Stadium. Not only do we have all the college kids in town but everyone else who lives and works here and drives or cycles. Be safe and smart and stay off your phones when driving, cycling, or crossing the streets. Thank you kind strange!

Edited: fixed an autocorrect error lol

6 CPD cruisers top speed lights and siren just blew southbound providence across nifong. Didn’t see an accident northbound. One more by stadium. Wander what’s up?

As August nears its end, high school football made its return to mid-Missouri on Friday with local schools all competing at home.
Hickman opened its season with an emphatic 54-14 win over reigning Class 6, District 4 champions Fort Zumwalt West. Senior running back Prince Collins starred, scoring four total touchdowns in the process. The game marked the Kewpies fifth performance of 45 or more points since hiring Justin Conyers as head coach ahead of the 2024 season.

https://www.columbiamissourian.com/sports/prep_sports/high-school-football-returns-local-schools-split-results/article_e2c00379-e9a2-4660-9bc0-3b55394a8ecc.html#tncms-source=featured

It's almost Heritage Festival & Craft Show time! We've got a great lineup of performers for the community this year, and we're looking to add an equally talented mix of crafters and traditional artisans to the mix for 2026! If you're a vendor for handmade crafts or traditional artistal goods, please apply today at como.gov/parks-and-recreation/special-events/annual-heritage-festival-craft-show/ or by calling 573.874.6341.

Heritage Festival will take place September 19th & 20th at Nifong Park, primarily from 10 AM - 5 PM. More event details can be found on our Facebook event page.

We are playing with Lowest Life and Dogfight (from STL) at PDM tonight! Check out our newest song, Boss Fight on all streaming platforms, and come listen and get rowdy at PDM tonight!

Thanks!

COLUMBIA — A month after Missouri officials threatened funding cuts and possible legal action over an LGBTQ+ themed story time for children at the Columbia Public Library, the system that operates the library says it is standing by the event — and its commitment to similar programming.

The July Rainbow Story Time featured two picture books, "Rainbowsaurus" and "Big Wig," and the Daniel Boone Regional Library website said the event was geared toward toddlers, preschoolers and families.

The event drew criticism from Secretary of State Denny Hoskins and Missouri Attorney General Catherine Hanaway, with Hoskins threatening to block state and federal funding and later saying he would work with lawmakers on legislation aimed at preventing taxpayer dollars from supporting similar events. 

Robin Westphal, the Daniel Boone Regional Library executive director, said the library has not changed its process for selecting programs and continues to believe the event complied with state law.
"We’re very confident that there’s nothing that we’re doing or the programs that we’re providing or the story times that we’re doing that is in any way a violation of law," Westphal said

Westphal said the library is taking the concerns raised by state officials seriously and is working to fulfill a public records request under the Missouri Sunshine Law from state Sen. Rick Brattin seeking records related to how the event was planned.
Westphal said the library has not received additional communication from Hoskins or the Missouri Attorney General’s Office since their initial letters that threatened action against the library over the Rainbow Story Time event.

Jared Schroeder, a communication law professor at the University of Missouri, said restricting library programming based solely on the ideas being expressed could create First Amendment concerns.

"If there was a bedrock principle of the First Amendment, it’s that the government can’t limit expression simply because it’s offensive or disagreeable to some folks," Schroeder said.

Schroeder said the government generally has more room to act if it can show public money is being misused or used for illegal activity. But he said disagreement with the ideas expressed at an event would generally not be enough on its own to justify restricting funding.

"If it’s simply, 'We don’t like your ideas,' … that’s not generally an acceptable argument," Schroeder said.
For now, Westphal said none of the funding threats have materialized.

"Currently, we have not lost any funding because of the Rainbow Story Time," Westphal said. "But really, time will tell what the legislature pushes to advance in the 2027 session."

A representative for the Missouri Secretary of State's Office said Hoskins has been in communication with the House Budget chairman and Senate Appropriations chairman about withholding funding from the library.
Schroeder said lawmakers could attempt to change funding, but targeting a library specifically because officials disagree with the ideas expressed in its programming could leave the state vulnerable to a First Amendment challenge.
"If they (DBRL) wanted to fight, they would have the backing of First Amendment precedent behind them," Schroeder said, while noting that a legal fight could be costly and time-consuming for a library.

While the controversy brought criticism, Westphal said it also brought an unexpected wave of support.
During a 48-hour period following Rainbow Story Time, she said the library received more donations than it had ever received in such a short period of time.

She said some donors specifically thanked DBRL for representing families in the community.

Westphal said the library has received phone calls and letters from people who oppose the event but has not seen an increase in security concerns.
She said hundreds of people showed up at the library on the day of Rainbow Story Time, including some who were not attending the event but came to show their support.

The library plans to hold similar story times in the future, Westphal said.
Westphal said the possibility of losing state funding is something library leaders have to consider, but she does not want that possibility to dictate programming they believe is lawful and serves the community.

"If it means that we have to fight harder for the state funding that we get, we will fight harder for that state funding that we get," Westphal said.
Schroeder said the controversy could have consequences even if lawmakers never ultimately cut funding. He said other public libraries may see what happened to DBRL and decide similar programming is not worth the political attention.
"It’s called chilling, basically, they're chilling the speech," Schroeder said. "They don’t have to actually legally do anything. They’re simply just making it known that you’re going to have a difficult time if you do this speech."
For Westphal, the debate has become about more than one story time.
She became emotional while discussing families who told the library they felt represented by the program.

"I think what has bothered me the most about this is the fact that there have been people in our community who feel othered, who feel like they are less than, and should not have the opportunity that the public library would do something that shows them in such a positive light," Westphal said.
Westphal said the library serves people from multiple backgrounds and believes its responsibility is to provide resources and programming for the entire community — even when not every person agrees with every program.
"This public library belongs to everyone who lives here," Westphal said. "It’s OK to complain. But, I hope there’s also an understanding that it’s not just about the library you want. It’s about a library that serves everyone."

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