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Good morning, Jefferson City. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 28th of January.

CRIME NEWS

  • ➤ Tabatha Pinkston from Jefferson City was charged with first-degree burglary, second-degree domestic assault, and armed criminal action after allegedly stabbing a man during an argument.  ABC 17

ECONOMY NEWS

  • ➤ Two-thirds of Missouri counties are classified as child care deserts, impacting 32% of the state's population and causing economic losses of $1.35 billion annually.  KRCG-TV

EDUCATION NEWS

  • ➤ Lincoln University progresses towards the 2026 launch of its Health & Security Sciences Institute to enhance healthcare and crisis response education in Missouri.  Lincoln University of Missouri
  • ➤ Lincoln University received over $2 million from the USDA to enhance agricultural and environmental research projects.  Lincoln University of Missouri

ENVIRONMENT NEWS

  • ➤ Lincoln University's Dr. Sougata Bardhan contributes expertise on composting and food waste reduction in LawnStarter's survey article, 'Fighting Food Waste: 2025’s Best Cities for Composting + U.S. Survey.'  Lincoln University of Missouri

FINANCE NEWS

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • ➤ The Cole County Commission will hold its February meetings at a different location due to the final phase of a $1.21 million HVAC upgrade at the courthouse annex.  Jefferson City News Tribune
  • ➤ The local firefighter's union has filed a lawsuit against Jefferson City following a decrease in employee benefits, claiming a breach of contract.  Jefferson City News Tribune
  • ➤ Derek Coats, with extensive experience in Missouri politics, has joined Kit Bond Strategies Group as Principal and Director of Missouri Operations, aiming to leverage his expertise for client services.  The Missouri Times

EVENTS

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  • Mark Twain and His Remarkable Connections

    Explore the extensive network and influences of Mark Twain, one of America's most celebrated authors, at Jefferson Landing State Historic Site.

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  • 2025 HBA Home Show

    The 2025 HBA Home Show will feature over 160 exhibits showcasing the latest home building and remodeling products and services.

    Fri, 2/21/25

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