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Sunday, April 6th, 2025
Good morning, Jefferson City. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 6th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ First Baptist Church in Jefferson City pledged up to $100,000 to address homelessness and inadequate housing—funds that will support efforts to help provide stable shelter for those in need. Jefferson City News Tribune
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ On Friday at 5:34 p.m.—the porch and outdoor staircase at a second-floor apartment in the 1400 block of St. Mary's Boulevard collapsed, causing four people to fall about 15 feet; two adults and one child were taken to University Hospital in stable condition while one person was treated on scene. KRCG-TV
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Jefferson City approved business licenses in March for many local firms in retail, contracting, manufacturing and other industries. The approved companies include Gentges Excavation, Aging Place Store LLC, Love Sushi and others. Jefferson City News Tribune
- ➤ Play It Again Sports will open its new store in Jefferson City this week—local shoppers can look forward to buying a range of sporting goods. Jefferson City News Tribune
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Local sculptors + the parks department are creating public art in Community Park that captures the Black experience and honors the history of a Capital City neighborhood. Jefferson City News Tribune
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Fatima Elementary School speech therapist Ashlee Ryan is working to build an adaptive playground on flat ground so all students can play safely. The project will cost $200,000, is partly funded by a $30,000 grant, and will be boosted by a Comet Fest fundraiser on April 25 from 6-10 p.m. — with a silent auction, live music and more to raise money. Jefferson City News Tribune
- ➤ The General Federation of Women’s Clubs of Missouri will host the 90th Sophomore Pilgrimage on Tuesday for more than 160 students from across the state, while the local GFWC Dianas Club—sponsoring 10 area students based on scholarship and leadership—ensures they receive certificates of citizenship. The students will take part in special tours and lunch with statewide officials to learn about government roles. Jefferson City News Tribune
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Jefferson City Council will likely sell more former Barbara Buescher properties on Capitol Avenue soon, according to Monday's agenda. Jefferson City News Tribune
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Today, Cole County EMS and a Jefferson City hospital partnered with MU Health Care to launch the first EMT course aimed at training local emergency responders—boosting community readiness and care. The program will offer vital hands-on training to ensure residents are better prepared for emergencies. Jefferson City News Tribune
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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.
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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.
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Night Ranger Concert
7:30-9:00 p.m. — Capital Region Amphitheater — Ticket prices vary — Experience the thrilling rock sounds of Night Ranger at this exciting live concert.
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