Good morning, Jefferson City.

The Boys and Girls Club of Jefferson City asked mid-Missouri residents for help launching its new club in Holts Summit that started yesterday—this 43-day campaign seeks to raise $240,000—to expand tutoring, mentoring, and a safe space for local children.

About 370 Ameren Missouri customers in east Jefferson City lost power on Wednesday afternoon when trees damaged power lines during high winds—crews planned to restore service around 6 p.m.

Jefferson City's Center of Hope has used the Salvation Army's Pathway of Hope program for two to three years—helping 50% of individuals and 58% of families succeed at leaving homelessness.

This week, Sinclair is teaming up with the Salvation Army to launch Sinclair Cares: from Homeless to Hope—an initiative that gives residents tools for long-term independence.

A building fire occurred on March 19th in the 4000 block of Wardsville Road as firefighters from Osage, Jefferson City and Cole County arrived at 2:04 p.m., stayed until 5:30 p.m. and worked to control nearby natural cover fires caused by strong winds and red flag conditions — no injuries were reported and the American Red Cross was asked to help affected residents.

The Moniteau County R-1 school district is proposing an $8M no-tax increase bond to upgrade school buildings and add a new indoor athletic facility.

District officials say the bond will fund renovations including safety improvements and more gym space to help students and community groups.

Workers began demolishing the Missouri State Penitentiary a couple weeks ago to clear the site for the River Market Project in Jefferson City — the project will include a market facility, a Chestnut Street extension, and a trail connector linking local parks.

City, state, and county partners have supported planning since 2020.

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.

Jefferson City Jaycees 38th Annual Easter Egg Hunt

4-6 p.m. — Memorial Park — $1.00/egg-seeker — A delightful day for kids to hunt for Easter eggs while supporting local youth sports programs.