Rep. David Friess (R-Red Bud) is hosting a free shredding event from 9 a.m. to noon July 15 behind  Parkview Elementary School’s Blue Jay Football Field at 1 Veterans Parkway in Columbia. This drive-up event is for shredding confidential documents. Those interested will pull up and drop off documents for safe and secure shredding. Brochures on state programs and services will also be available. Call 618-282-7284 with any questions.