Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 20th of March.
Good morning, Jefferson City.
🏘️ Community
Billy Hurt’s lifesaving lessons impact Mid-Missouri firefighters as his extrication training & donation of rescue tools helped free a truck accident victim in 2013.
He died on March 14 in a racing accident at Kennedale Speedway Park, and his methods continue to guide rescue efforts.
🏛️ Government
Cole County dedicated its Safe Haven Baby Box for anonymous infant surrenders on Thursday at EMS headquarters downtown — the box was installed after community funds raised nearly $28K helped cover a $4,900 installation gap.
Gov. Mike Kehoe and county leaders attended the ceremony.
🏥 Health
A Safe Haven Baby Box is installed outside Cole County EMS Headquarters, facing McCarty Street across from Jefferson City Hall, to give parents in crisis a safe, anonymous way to surrender their unharmed newborn today.
Officials say this 424th box nationwide and 13th in Missouri meets a community demand for a secure resource.
🏈 Sports
Missouri’s basketball team begins its March Madness campaign today at 9:10 p.m. in St. Louis against the Miami Hurricanes — the Tigers are seeded #10 with a 20-12 record and the Hurricanes are #7 with a 25-8 record.
KRCG 12 Live at Sunrise is polling mid-Missourians on who will win.
🎉 Jefferson City Events
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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.
Jaycee’s Annual Easter Egg Hunt
11 a.m. — Binder Park — Proceeds benefit local community projects — Enjoy a fun-filled day of egg hunting for children up to 9 years old.
Mid South Speed League - Meet 6
5 AM – 3 PM — SK8 Zone LLC — No entry fee — Experience the thrill of competitive skate racing across four exciting divisions.
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