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Tuesday, May 20th, 2025
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Good morning, Jefferson City. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 20th of May.
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The City Council voted 7 to 3 against using public funds for the Arabia Steamboat Museum after staff found the project would cost between $65 million and $80 million while expected earnings would be under $2 million—now the resident who proposed the idea is working to raise private funds and meet with local education leaders to rework the plan. Jefferson City News Tribune
- ➤ Jefferson City Police will assign additional traffic patrols during Memorial Day weekend—aiming to boost road safety and ease traffic concerns. Jefferson City News Tribune
- ➤ Today, a memorial service is being held at the state Capitol to honor former governor and U.S. Senator Christopher "Kit" Bond—his body was brought from St. Louis by a Highway Patrol escort at 9 a.m.—with the state ceremony in the Capitol rotunda set to begin at noon. Bond will lie in state for 24 hours while flags fly at half-staff until sunset Thursday and north and south circle drive remain closed until 1 p.m. Wednesday. ABC 17
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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.
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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!
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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.
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Focus on E-motion Showcase (A RACS fundraiser)
Join us for a FREE gallery show by photographer Nichole Manner capturing our powerful and graceful local dance community as a fundraiser for the Rape and Abuse Crisis Service (RACS). Come to Capitol Cinema June 19th between 5-8 p.m. for viewing and support by purchasing free signature drinks and tickets for raffle baskets.
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