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Wednesday, April 16th, 2025

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Good morning, Jefferson City. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 16th of April.

CRIME NEWS

  • On Sunday, April 13, 2025, Thomas George Jones, 71, was arrested at Hunter Lane Apartments in Holts Summit after a shooting left one person dead and he sustained a minor graze — he was charged with fourth-degree assault after trying to confront the victim's family despite warnings.  KRCG-TV
  • A California man, 40-year-old Samuel Spinner, was arrested in Cole County on Monday morning after deputies reported he pointed a gun at a driver at 6:46 a.m. near the 8100 block of Highway 50 — he now faces a felony charge of Unlawful Use of Weapon and is held without bond.  KRCG-TV

EDUCATION NEWS

  • Lincoln University students studying biology, chemistry, physics or mathematics can apply for REGAL Noyce Project scholarships and internships until April 30 — the program, sponsored by the National Science Foundation, will offer classroom experience and financial support to help prepare future K-12 STEM teachers.  Lincoln University of Missouri

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • MoDOT spent $8 million repairing potholes in mid-Missouri after winter storms in January and February caused road damage—labor costs have been about $5 million so far. The department urges residents to report road issues through its hotline or website as it works to meet and exceed previous repair spending.  KWOS

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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.

    Sat, 4/19/25

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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.

    Fri, 4/25/25

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  • Classic Albums Live Concert

    7:30-9 p.m. — Capital Region Amphitheater — $49+ — Experience classic albums brought to life in a rockin’ live concert setting.

    Thu, 5/8/25

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REAL ESTATE

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JOB BOARD

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT

The price of freedom is eternal vigilance.

~ Thomas Jefferson

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