Daily
Jefferson City
Friday, January 9th, 2026
Good morning, Jefferson City. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 9th of January.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Carlos Graham was unanimously picked at a public board vote on Thursday night to fill the open school board seat formerly held by Erika Leonard — he will serve through April 2027 and brings local ties as a father of Jefferson City High graduates. ABC 17
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Experts with the Missouri Department of Conservation say oak wilt is a fast-killing fungus spread by beetles and improper pruning that is harming oak trees across Missouri. They advise homeowners to prune only during winter (December through February) to reduce the risk of spreading the disease. KRCG-TV
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Cole County Commissioners will soon discuss the future of Lawrence Renn Jr.'s 175-acre property off Route T in Elston (neighbors are urging the use of trust funds to create a public park). Jefferson City News Tribune
- ➤ Governor Mike Kehoe announced that NTIA approved more than $814 million to expand broadband access to over 200,000 unserved and underserved locations, with contracts to be finalized with internet providers. The investment will support rural communities — an essential service as high-speed internet becomes vital to everyday life. KRCG-TV
-
Kids Ice Skating Party
1-3 p.m. — Washington Park Ice Arena — Free admission for kids — Enjoy a fun-filled ice skating party hosted by The Living Word Church.
-
Alabama vs. Missouri Women's Basketball Game
12-7:30 p.m. — Mizzou Arena — Low-cost tickets available — Catch an exciting matchup between Alabama and Missouri in women's basketball action.
-
Auburn Tigers vs Missouri Tigers Basketball
6:00–7:30 p.m. — Mizzou Arena — Ticket prices vary — Witness an exciting showdown between the Auburn and Missouri Tigers on the court.
-
Arkansas Razorbacks vs. Missouri Tigers Women's Basketball
6:30-8 p.m. — Mizzou Arena — Cost info not provided — Witness a thrilling college basketball showdown as the Razorbacks face off against the Tigers.
-
Rhyme Time for Babies
9:30-10 a.m. — Missouri River Regional Library — Free entry — Enjoy a lively session of music and movement tailored for babies and their caregivers.
-
University of Missouri vs University of Nebraska Hockey Game
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Washington Park Ice Arena — Tickets required — Catch the exciting collegiate hockey rivalry as the University of Missouri takes on the University of Nebraska.
-
Preschool Storytime
10:30-11:00 a.m. — Missouri River Regional Library — Free entry — Enjoy stories and music tailored for preschoolers aged 3-5.
-
Family Storytime
10:30-11:30 a.m. — Missouri River Regional Library — Free entry — Enjoy engaging stories, music, crafts, and activities for all ages.
-
Thursday Morning Yoga
9:30-10:30 a.m. — Missouri River Regional Library — Free entry — Rejuvenate your mind and body in a welcoming environment for all abilities.
-
Puzzle Race Fundraiser
6-9 p.m. — Washington Park Ice Arena — $85 — Team up, piece together, and race to win exciting prizes and enjoy mini games.
No new real estate listings today. You can submit one here.
No new job posts today. You can submit one here.
No new community announcements today. You can submit one here.
TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
To know the road ahead, ask those coming back.
Know who said this? Send us an email!
Reveal the authorAbout Daily Jefferson City
Welcome to the Daily Jefferson City, your community newsletter that's anything but snooze-worthy, packed with positive, impactful local news + events across the Jefferson City, Missouri community. If you like the Daily Jefferson City, support us by subscribing to our email newsletter and sharing us with your friends and family in Jefferson City.
Advertising Opportunities
Advertising with us will make sure you stay at the top of everyone's mind—in Jefferson City and across Missouri. You can learn more here. We'll work together to build a custom plan to hit your goals this year.
Alternatively, you can submit events, announcements, real estate listings, and job postings. We'll include them in our newsletter on whichever dates you like.
Community, delivered
Our hyper-local media company activates communities through daily email newsletters that curate the most positive, impactful local news + events – all for free.
Subscribe to Daily Jefferson City
A free Jefferson City community newsletter.
- Daily local news
- We curate the most positive, impactful local news + events.
- 6AM City
- A publication of 6AM City, the nation's leading local newsletter-first media network. Nominate your city.
© 6AM City Inc. 2025. All rights reserved. Privacy Policy. Terms of Service. Questions? Contact us here
Sitemap: https://dailyjeffersoncity.com/sitemap