Good morning, Jefferson City.

Demolition crews began tearing down the old Gerbes building on the 1200 block of East McCarty Street yesterday as part of Immaculate Conception Catholic Church's $40 million expansion.

The church will finish the first phase with a new school, playgrounds, and updated entrance by Aug. 2027 with further improvements planned over five years.

Lincoln University hosted a virtual symposium on emerging plant and animal diseases on March 5, bringing together researchers from the United States, Mexico, Guatemala, and Colombia to discuss food security and agricultural challenges — the seventh annual event aims to strengthen international partnerships.

The Missouri House passed a bill on Monday that encourages local school districts to create their own limits for screen time in classrooms instead of following a set state cap.

School officials will use expert advice to guide new tech policies and share usage data with guardians.

Missouri Attorney General Catherine Hanaway said yesterday that her office sued American Shaman and its affiliates in Jackson County to stop sales of unregulated kratom and its concentrated compound 7-OH amid safety concerns — officials claim the products are sold without required testing.

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.

Golf Tournament to Support Share the Harvest

4-person golf tournament to benefit CFM's Share the Harvest program. Share the Harvest is a statewide program that helps provide nutritious, locally-sourced venison to Missouri families in need.