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Jefferson City
Saturday, May 31st, 2025
Good morning, Jefferson City. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 31st of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ JC Parks is hosting KidsFest today from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. as officials expect 3,000 attendees for live entertainment, games, educational events and pony rides — a day set to bring excitement for local families. KRCG-TV
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Florida man — 47-year-old Zachary R. Cooper, a former police officer who first claimed to be from Charlotte then said he was from Florida — was charged with second degree trafficking drugs, possession of a controlled substance, and unlawful possession of drug paraphernalia after a Callaway County deputy pulled him over on Thursday at 1:28 a.m. and discovered .72 grams of meth and 52 fentanyl pills containing 5 grams of fentanyl in his Jeep Wrangler. KRCG-TV
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Governor Mike Kehoe remains guardedly optimistic that lawmakers will pass a funding package to keep Missouri sports teams—he disapproves of the Overland Park Chiefs and the Olathe Royals—while noting partisan debates from last week may signal a heated Special Session. KWOS
- ➤ Legislators sent Gov. Mike Kehoe a bill that will let homeschooled students try out for public school sports teams and activities starting in August (after over a decade of efforts by lawmakers and homeschooling families) and if he does not act by July 15 (the bill will automatically become law), it will expand extracurricular opportunities for these students. Jefferson City News Tribune
- ➤ The Missouri Department of Conservation said a data breach in February possibly exposed personal health information from current and former employee health plans. The agency advised affected members to monitor financial accounts and report suspicious activity—free credit monitoring was offered—after an April review revealed that compromised files may include Social Security numbers and contact details. ABC 17
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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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20th Annual Mayor’s Cup Golf Tournament
11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. — Oak Hills Golf Center — $100 per player — Swing into the community spirit while supporting local parks and recreation initiatives.
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CETP 1 – Basic Principles & Practices
7:45 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. — Missouri Propane Gas Association — Cost unspecified — Introductory course for new industry workers covering propane properties, standards, and safety codes.
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