Good morning, Jefferson City.

Today, Dairy Queen on Missouri Boulevard is celebrating Miracle Treat Day by donating at least $1 for every blizzard sold to local children’s hospitals through the Children’s Miracle Network + MU Health Care’s Children’s Hospital is the mid-Missouri beneficiary.

Lorenzo Castro-Manzanarez, a 43-year-old Mexican national who owned restaurants in Columbia, Jefferson City and Springfield, pleaded guilty to a racketeering conspiracy—he admitted allowing illegal immigrants to work at his restaurants using counterfeit Social Security cards to secure an illegal competitive advantage.

Missouri’s back-to-school sales tax holiday began Friday at midnight and will run until midnight Sunday so shoppers can save on qualifying items like clothing, school supplies, and computers.

The Missouri Department of Revenue set price limits on these items + everyone, including nonresidents, can take part in the tax break.

Jay Moore was appointed the new Cole County auditor by Gov. Mike Kehoe on Friday as he replaces Mark Ruether who retired last month.

Moore, finance director for the Jefferson City Chamber of Commerce with over 30 years of experience in state government, will begin his role soon—he has managed the Missouri Health Department budget and served on the United Way Fund Allocation.

Jay Moore was appointed as Cole County Auditor by Governor Mike Kehoe on August 1 and he brings over 30 years of state government experience from roles as finance director for Jefferson City's Chamber of Commerce and budget manager for the Missouri Department of Health.

Fiddler on the Roof

7:30-10:00 p.m. — Miller Performing Arts Center — Ticket prices not listed — Experience the charm and heartfelt songs of this beloved Broadway classic.

Catch Me If You Can Obstacle Race

9:30 a.m. — Ellis-Porter Riverside Pool — $35 — Participants aged 6-17 tackle fun obstacles, including slides and mud pits, while adults can join in for a small fee.

Lincoln Blue Tigers vs. Lincoln University Lions Football Game

6:30-8 p.m. — Dwight T. Reed Stadium — Free entry — Cheer for local teams in this exciting college football matchup.