Friday, March 7th, 2025
Good morning, Jefferson City. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 7th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Cole County EMS experienced a record number of service calls in 2024, handling 13,626 incidents, with traffic crashes being the predominant emergency. ABC 17
- ➤ The city is requesting bids to demolish an abandoned residential building in cooperation with the Salvation Army. Jefferson City News Tribune
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Jefferson City man was indicted for a motor vehicle offense related to persistent DWI charges. Jefferson City News Tribune
- ➤ A Jefferson City man was indicted on six felony gun charges, marking a significant legal development. Jefferson City News Tribune
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Lincoln University appointed Dr. Saint Rice Jr. as associate provost for undergraduate education and dean of the University College to enhance undergraduate programs and support student success. Lincoln University of Missouri
- ➤ Lincoln University of Missouri sees a 14-year high in retention rates and an 8.39% increase in total enrollment for Spring 2025, attributed to new academic programs and support initiatives. Lincoln University of Missouri
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Hundreds of Missouri Nurses Association members rallied at the state capitol to support bills aimed at easing the statewide healthcare provider shortage by allowing Advanced Practice Registered Nurses to offer more services. KRCG-TV
TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
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~ Ryan Holiday
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