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Jefferson City
Wednesday, May 6th, 2026
Good morning, Jefferson City. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 6th of May.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Lincoln University of Missouri will hold two commencement ceremonies on Saturday, May 9 at Mitchell Auditorium in Jefferson City. The 9 a.m. ceremony featuring U.S. Rep. Alma S. Adams will honor degree programs, while the 1 p.m. ceremony with U.S. Rep. Wesley Bell will award degrees. Lincoln University of Missouri
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Missouri’s sports betting market, launched on Dec. 1, 2025, generated about $4M in tax revenue during its first four months—nearly meeting the full-year projection of $4.8M—and collected over $7.5M in upfront licensing fees. The strong start shows local bettors now prefer legal options over cross-border wagers. The Missouri Times
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Cocktail Lab - May Edition
6:30-10 p.m. — Roaming Spirits — Tickets required — Immerse in an interactive mixology experience with craft cocktails and fun science experiments.
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MO River Spin Jam
5-10 p.m. — Noren Access with Wilsons Serenity Point — Free entry — Connect and flow while enjoying an evening of fire flow arts by the river.
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CMFCAA Backyard BBQ Bash
5:30-9:00 p.m. — The Millbottom — $35 — Celebrate summer's unofficial start with delicious BBQ, games, and a barbecue sauce-making contest.
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