Good morning, Jefferson City.

The Jefferson City Salvation Army held a Back-to-School Drive on Wednesday morning that provided 120 children with crayons, pencils, and clothes + ensuring they are ready as local school districts began the 2025-2026 school year.

Remaining supplies will be given at the East Elementary School Block Party on September 5th.

Demon Tyrone Johnson Sr., 40, allegedly sexually abused a disabled woman at her home on Monday and was charged on Wednesday with first-degree sexual abuse and first-degree burglary — he is held without bond at Cole County Jail.

Richard Kampeter, Gary Schell and former Governor Mike Parson were named to Missouri’s Agriculture Hall of Fame to honor their work in building a global pet food company and their long-standing support for rural communities — an accolade celebrating hard work and local values.

JeffTran will offer students free rides on the Tripper Routes for the Fall 2025 semester — the service picks up students from Helias Catholic High School, Jefferson City High School, and St. Peter School before heading to the JeffTran Transfer Station at 820 E.

Miller Street. Buses then depart at 3:20 p.m. to serve various city routes.

The Missouri Department of Transportation will begin work on the westbound bridge over the Moreau River Drainage on Highway 54 south of Jefferson City on August 11.

Motorists will face delays as the lane is reduced to one with an 11-foot restriction—work that will continue until October.

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.