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Jefferson City
Friday, May 8th, 2026
Good morning, Jefferson City. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 8th of May.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Cole County officials and Capital Logistics expect the rail terminal to grow from 537 railcars in its first year to 600 later this year and nearly 1,000 by 2027 while negotiating with a multinational malt supplier & local manufacturers. The facility opened April 29, 2025 to boost local shipping services. Jefferson City News Tribune
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ On April 15, Lincoln University hosted its annual Show Your Stripes Showcase at Page Library, where undergraduates shared research and networked with professionals. Madelynn Sechrest won first honors for 'Metal Organic Frameworks,' Carolina Dos Santos earned second, and Bre Kelley, Montrell Patrick and Jaylon Davis tied for third. Lincoln University of Missouri
- ➤ Helias Catholic High School celebrated its prom last month by naming its prom court. Joseph Jones was selected as prom prince and Clara Underwood as prom princess. Jefferson City News Tribune
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Lincoln University is boosting community health with research and Extension programs that teach nutrition, safe food handling, and home gardening. Faculty guide families on affordable, balanced meal choices to improve well-being and support local food pantries to ease access to fresh produce. Lincoln University of Missouri
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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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