Good morning, Jefferson City.

Families gathered on Capitol lawn to celebrate Salute to America as high temperatures forced a focus on cooling measures—organizers set up cooling stations and shade to help residents cope with the heat.

A Jefferson City man pleaded guilty to two 2024 drug charges and will serve five years of supervised probation.

A list of arts and entertainment events covers Mid-Missouri this week—Dawson Hollow will perform indie folk rock at the historic Finke Theatre and Jefferson City's bicentennial celebration will feature Bobby Showers Band and Members Only.

Missouri's Capital City will celebrate America's independence with food, music and fireworks during a week-long lineup of theater, music and exhibits from July 3—9.

KWOS is hosting the Gear Up For Grades School Supply Drive in partnership with Brian Wear Plumbing to help local students by collecting essential school supplies for the Columbia and Jefferson City Public School Districts.

The drive will be held on Saturdays at Hy-Vee stores+ with drop-offs planned for July 12 at West Broadway in Columbia, July 19 and August 2 in Jefferson City, and July 26 at Nifong in Columbia.

Rural Missouri veterans now have better cardiovascular care when a Truman VA program expands services to reach veterans in remote areas—officials said the move will help those with limited access to specialty care.

Old Soul Savage Live Performance

8 PM – 2 AM — The Outpost Bar & Grill — Cover charge TBD — Enjoy a night of rock, pop, and country hits with Old Soul Savage.