Good morning, Jefferson City.

St. Patrick’s Day enthusiasts will gather for a parade in Jefferson City tomorrow — a festive local celebration that offers a smaller alternative to the larger downtown events.

United Way has served charity and welfare causes for 100 years and is celebrating its centennial milestone across Central Missouri this year—marking a century of community support.

Several candidates in the April 8 municipal election said Jefferson City needs better road repair—with concerns including streets, viaducts, parking areas, and water systems.

At its Monday meeting, Jefferson City Council will vote on a resolution endorsing the Downtown Association's grant application for a community empowerment program through Missouri Main Street Connection—after the Historic Preservation Commission gave unanimous support.

Council members will also consider a $217,610 sidepath contract, a bus driver pay raise, and bills on parking regulations and property sales.

Developers of a proposed downtown conference center and hotel said they are designing a project to work with the State Capitol and downtown—no more details have been given yet.

A new director for the Missouri Children's Division was named today, bringing decades of experience to the role (official details about prior positions were not provided).

Let's Dance Club Presents Encore Band

7-10 p.m. — Capital Ritz Banquet & Dance Center — Ticket pricing not specified — Enjoy an evening of dance with the popular Encore band featuring hundreds of your favorite dance songs.