Good morning, Jefferson City.

Jefferson City police arrested three men on June 4 after employees at a convenience store and a collectibles store blocked their suspicious gift card transactions—officers later found unopened bottles of Don Julio tequila, cigarettes, Geek Bar vape cartridges, and retail marijuana in a Hyundai Kona with Iowa plates as the suspects now face charges including attempted stealing and driving while revoked.

Lincoln University Employment Academy will place its first class of interns soon and is seeking local organizations to collaborate — the program will give students hands-on work experience.

Donors to Helias Catholic High School’s expansion project will have their contributions matched one-to-one up to $250,000—boosting the funding campaign as the school nears its final stretch.

The Jefferson City Council will hold a special work session Tuesday—reviewing the capital improvement sales tax and use tax, a proposed downtown conference center project, charter review and an energy audit—to discuss key fiscal and development issues.

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.

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.

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.

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.