Good morning, Jefferson City.

The Jefferson City Community Symphonic Band performed its Memorial Day concert on Monday, May 25 at the Capitol, playing challenging pieces like 'Esprit de Corps' and 'Hymn to the Fallen' (300 community members attended).

The event honored local military service with a special tribute to veterans.

Jefferson City native Rabekah D.

Stewart, a Lincoln University alumna, has been named vice president for student success and engagement at Stephens College in Columbia. She brings 25-year experience in expanding student access and opportunity.

LU Extension hosted a hands-on Bench Grafting Workshop at George Washington Carver Farm in late April, where farmers, gardeners and students learned fruit tree propagation from horticulture professor Giuma Abusrewil.

Attendees potted their grafted trees and now waited for a four-week callusing period (results pending).

Amber Bell, a social work professor at Lincoln University, received the Missouri Governor’s Award for Excellence in Education today — recognized for her innovative courses and mentorship that support student success.

State lawmakers cut $2 million in funding for the Double Up Food Bucks program that helps low-income families buy fresh produce, and the program’s short-term federal funds are secure but its future expansion may slow outside the Kansas City area.

The Missouri Legislature approved a healthcare bill that lets privately insured residents pick up a 12-month supply of oral contraceptives starting in 2027 (Medicaid recipients already have annual access).

If signed by Gov. Mike Kehoe, the measure will ease access and reduce time spent on pharmacy visits.

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.

The Story Stop at Ellis-Porter Riverside Park

10 a.m. – 2 p.m. — Ellis-Porter Park — Free entry — Enjoy a storytime experience with the MRRL Bookmobile in a scenic park setting.

Cocktail Lab - June Edition

6:30-10 p.m. — Roaming Spirits — Cost varies — Discover the art of mixology while crafting cocktails and enjoying fun science experiments.

Golf Tournament to Support Share the Harvest

4-person golf tournament to benefit CFM's Share the Harvest program. Share the Harvest is a statewide program that helps provide nutritious, locally-sourced venison to Missouri families in need.

21st Annual Mayor's Cup Golf Tournament

8 AM – 5 PM — Oak Hills Golf Center — $125/player or $500/team — Enjoy a day of golf for a good cause with lunch and cash prizes.