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Good morning, Jefferson City. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 14th of February.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • ➤ Jefferson City anticipates breaking ground on the new River Market in spring 2025, following the completion of design documents and the project's approval for construction and as a rentable facility through JC Parks.  KRCG-TV
  • ➤ The Jefferson City Area Board of Realtors is holding a poster contest for fourth to sixth graders to promote fair housing, offering cash prizes and recognizing winners at a council meeting in April.  KRCG-TV

CULTURE NEWS

ECONOMY NEWS

  • ➤ JOANN, an arts and crafts retailer, has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy, leading to the closure of its Jefferson City store and about 500 others nationwide, with going-out-of-business sales starting Saturday.  KWOS
  • ➤ In Missouri, the prices for Valentine's Day baked goods have risen due to historically high costs of eggs and chocolate, affecting both consumers and bakeries.  KRCG-TV

EDUCATION NEWS

  • ➤ Lincoln University celebrates Lloyd Gaines, a key figure in challenging racial segregation in education, whose Supreme Court victory laid groundwork for desegregation.  Lincoln University of Missouri
  • ➤ Calvary Lutheran High School students are set to perform their annual One-Act Festival on February 21 and 22.  Jefferson City News Tribune
  • ➤ The Jefferson City School District Board of Education approved renovation plans for the Southwest Early Childhood Center.  Jefferson City News Tribune

FINANCE NEWS

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • ➤ Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey has filed a lawsuit against Starbucks, accusing the company of discriminatory hiring practices based on race and sex, which the company denies.  KRCG-TV

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT

  • 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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  • 4th Annual Whiskey, Wine and Welcome Home Fundraiser

    This fundraising event aims to support homeless and at-risk veterans while offering an enjoyable evening of whiskey and wine tasting.

    Wed, 3/5/25

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