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Saturday, May 17th, 2025

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Good morning, Jefferson City. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 17th of May.

EDUCATION NEWS

  • Thorpe Gordon STEM Academy held its first Rocket Day on Friday when students launched a bottle rocket using vinegar and baking soda from a 5 gallon bucket. Teachers wore space-themed costumes (and a fifth-grader inspected a landed rocket) as the event unfolded.  Jefferson City News Tribune
  • Bethann Stieferman has spent 16 years teaching and guiding students — her career continues to impact local schools.  Jefferson City News Tribune

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • Missouri lawmakers will meet in Jefferson City this summer after Memorial Day to review a bill that covers half the cost for a new Royals stadium and renovations at Arrowhead Stadium—efforts aimed at keeping the Kansas City Chiefs and Royals in Missouri. Governor Mike Kehoe and Rep. Sam Graves support the plan that could boost economic development with up to $3-billion in investments.  KWOS
  • The Missouri adjutant general was promoted to two-star Friday morning in the Capitol rotunda—his wife and mother pinned the new stars during the ceremony.  Jefferson City News Tribune

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • Accountability Meet and Greet

    2-3:30 p.m. — Panera Bread — Free entry — Collaborate and share goals for a healthier lifestyle with community support.

    Sun, 5/18/25

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  • Pam Tillis & Lorrie Morgan Concert

    7:30-9 p.m. — Capital Region Amphitheater — Tickets from $60 — Experience unforgettable nights of country hits with Pam Tillis & Lorrie Morgan live on stage.

    Thu, 5/29/25

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  • Seussical the Musical

    2-4:30 p.m. — Miller Performing Arts Center — Check event page for pricing — Experience the whimsical world of Dr. Seuss in this family-friendly musical adventure!

    Sat, 6/7/25

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  • The Great Escape Triathlon for Adults

    7 AM – 1 PM — Binder Park — Registration required — The perfect challenge for first-time triathletes featuring a Sprint Triathlon and options for Duathlon or Team Relay.

    Sun, 6/8/25

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REAL ESTATE

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JOB BOARD

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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