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Tuesday, March 3rd, 2026

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Good morning, Jefferson City. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 3rd of March.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Jefferson City native Malcolm DeBroeck works as a naturalist at Runge Conservation Nature Center, feeding snakes, toads and other creatures that make his job exciting (he enjoys being close to local wildlife).  Jefferson City News Tribune

BUSINESS NEWS

  • Quaker Windows & Doors aims to sell its products coast to coast with support from Eldon & industry partners as it plans to add 100 jobs this summer; the factory currently employs nearly 550 workers and marks a new chapter for the Mid-Missouri community.  Jefferson City News Tribune

ECONOMY NEWS

  • Gas prices in Missouri rose nearly 16 cents to $2.68 per gallon today as global tensions pushed fuel costs higher, with GasBuddy (+survey of over 3,900 stations+) showing prices ranged from $2.26 to $3.69.  ABC 17

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • MoDOT held a public hearing Monday on the I-70 upgrade between Rocheport and Columbia (to add a third lane and improve interchanges) as drivers face traffic impacts until late 2029; construction begins this spring or summer with expected lane shifts and temporary closures.  ABC 17

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • March Community Hike

    1:30-2:30 p.m. — Washington Park — Free entry — Family-friendly hike exploring the scenic greenway segments of Washington Park.

    Sun, 3/8/26

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  • St. Martin's Fish Fry

    4:30-7:00 p.m. — St. Martin Catholic School Gym — $14 Adults, $7 Children ages 6-12, 5 & under Free — Enjoy a delicious meal of fish and fries while supporting the community.

    Fri, 3/13/26

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  • Jefferson City Community Band Spring Concert

    7:00 – 8:30 p.m. — Calvary Lutheran High School — Free entry — Celebrate the arrival of spring with a delightful evening of music from the community band.

    Sat, 3/14/26

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  • Concert by Convictions

    5-8:30 p.m. — Capital Music Company & Record Safari — Ticket prices vary — Experience the poignant music of Convictions featuring emotionally charged lyrics and captivating performances.

    Sun, 3/15/26

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  • Runge in Your Backyard – Slither into Spring!

    10 AM - 12 PM — McClung Park Indoor Pavilion — Free entry — Experience hands-on encounters with local Missouri wildlife and crafts while enjoying complimentary snacks.

    Thu, 3/26/26

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REAL ESTATE

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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