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Tuesday, May 6th, 2025
Good morning, Jefferson City. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 6th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Lincoln University’s Innovative Small Farmers’ Outreach Program has worked with Missouri farmers and gardeners before spring, giving guidance on starting seeds—helping them prepare for a good harvest. The program also promoted soil testing, proper pruning, and timely planting for cool-season crops to help growers protect their investment. Lincoln University of Missouri
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Former inmate Kenneth Beck, 52, who is serving a life sentence for murder at Jefferson City Correctional Center, has been charged with First Degree Assault, two counts of Armed Criminal Action and Violence to an Employee of Corrections after he hit his cellmate with his hands and a food service tray on September 13th, causing several broken bones. KRCG-TV
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Jefferson City School District awarded the Seed-to-Service Scholarship Monday to support students who plan to study education and return to teach—an effort designed to plant a seed for future local educators. Jefferson City News Tribune
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Jefferson City Council approved a $500,000 roundabout design on West Edgewood Drive during Monday's meeting—this marks the first step in replacing two intersections. Jefferson City News Tribune
- ➤ Lt. Gov. David Wasinger said he will take a larger role in the Senate if rules are changed after a five-hour budget debate rushed work on a $49.7 billion spending package. Senate President Pro Tem Cindy O'Laughlin countered that only senators can speak and set the rules — a stance that shows he faces strong pushback over rule reform. Jefferson City News Tribune
- ➤ Molly Bryan presented a proposed flag redesign by a Nichols Career Center student to the city council on Monday—the design was a winning entry in the city contest. Jefferson City News Tribune
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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.
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Accountability Meet and Greet
2-3:30 p.m. — Panera Bread — Free entry — Collaborate and share goals for a healthier lifestyle with community support.
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