Good morning, Jefferson City.

Cassidy-Rae Luebbering (known for her bright spirit on and off the field) passed away unexpectedly this fall in Blair Oaks and her football team honored her memory with a trophy celebration (following their state championship win).

ROTC cadre and men's soccer players from Lincoln University partnered with the YMCA to coach a local boys' soccer team at Soldiers Hall Field, beginning March 19; volunteer coach Kyle Stewart and Lt. Col. Marc McQuilliams lead the weekly sessions (focused on skill development and mentorship).

No injuries were reported after a fire was quickly controlled at an apartment building on Amador Avenue, where firefighters contained the blaze to an upstairs patio and reminded residents to properly extinguish outdoor cooking or smoking materials.

McLarty Automotive acquired the Jefferson City Autoplex, which includes Hyundai, Honda, and Nissan dealerships, from Sonic Automotive Tuesday, March 24.

The purchase expanded its network with five locations in Jefferson City and ten in Columbia.

Gas prices are climbing as crude oil costs rise from global tensions, with Jefferson City stations charging between $3.26 and $3.29 per gallon (local customers report limited options) while nearby areas range from $3.14 to $3.78.

The Senate Education Committee met Tuesday at 8 a.m. in the Senate Lounge inside the Capitol to review Senate Bill 1558 that limits liability for private schools with single-sex bathrooms and House Bill 2710 that introduces performance-based funding for schools.

Yesterday, the Senate Education Committee in Jefferson City reviewed two education bills; Senate Bill 1558 would let private schools maintain single-sex bathrooms and House Bill 2710 proposes performance-based funding measures amid MAP test concerns.

Testimonies were mixed.

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.