Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 3rd of January.
Good morning, Jefferson City.
🏘️ Community
Missouri's Capital City celebrated the arrival of its first baby of 2025 shortly after 1 a.m. on New Year's Day.
The Wieczorek family from Perry, Missouri is battling their son Keaton's brain cancer with profound support from their community and social media, raising over $60,000 aided by a tractor raffle.
Jefferson City area seeks volunteers for various roles including at Lutheran Senior Services, Rape and Abuse Crisis Service, and Journey Home German Shepherd Dog Rescue, highlighting opportunities for community involvement.
The Jefferson City Salvation Army is preparing to accommodate more guests in their Cold Cot Program due to an impending winter storm, reminding the community of available warmth and meals.
Road crews are gearing up for an imminent winter storm this weekend to ensure safe travel conditions.
🚨 Crime
Jefferson City police utilized spike strips to halt a vehicle after the driver, Tuni Uta, fled a traffic stop and was subsequently charged with Assault Second Degree, DWI, and Resisting Arrest.
A Jefferson City man has been charged with a firearm offense for allegedly pointing a pistol at another individual.
🌲 Environment
A major winter storm will hit Mid-Missouri this weekend, bringing freezing rain, sleet, and snow, creating hazardous travel conditions.
🏛️ Government
Missouri Governor-elect Mike Kehoe's inauguration on January 13 in Jefferson City will be public, featuring a ceremony, a Budweiser Clydesdales promenade, and a greeting with the Governor and First Lady.
President Joe Biden granted Missouri Governor Mike Parson's request for a major disaster declaration to aid recovery from severe storms, enabling federal assistance for infrastructure repairs in 14 counties.
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