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Jefferson City
Sunday, August 10th, 2025
Good morning, Jefferson City. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 10th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Nonprofits in Jefferson City are offering transportation solutions to help people in recovery as statewide challenges in housing and transit are being examined. Missouri’s Substance Abuse Prevention and Treatment Task Force has been investigating these issues this summer—local groups are working to improve support services. Jefferson City News Tribune
- ➤ On Saturday night, more than 400 Lincoln supporters crossed the red carpet at Casino Night to support the Blue Tigers. Jefferson City News Tribune
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ After about 50 years in Jefferson City, Butler Supply moved to a new location at 1911 Ford Street & employees and customers welcomed the change as the business settles into its new home. Jefferson City News Tribune
- ➤ Jefferson City issued business licenses in July 2025 to various local companies, according to city records. Jefferson City News Tribune
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Missouri State Highway Patrol warned that drivers and pedestrians should be alert for changing traffic and increased school zone activity as school begins in the coming weeks—this advisory comes as more buses and foot traffic are expected to slow travel. Jefferson City News Tribune
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Shayne Martin recently moved to Jefferson City to serve as a public information officer for the Missouri Office of Administration—he now works in a Capitol hallway office to deliver clear and accurate updates to the public. Jefferson City News Tribune
- ➤ A new Missouri law will change the timeline for calling 811 before and after excavations starting Aug. 28 so that calls must be made earlier and followed by a check three weeks later. Senate Bill 133 was sponsored by Sen. Travis Fitzwater + carried in the House by Rep. Josh Hurlbert. Jefferson City News Tribune
- ➤ Cole County EMS plans to install Mid-Missouri's first baby box in Jefferson City but faces extra challenges as a three-story load-bearing wall needs major modifications—adding nearly $19,000 in costs—and teams are exploring cost reductions while aiming for a fall opening. Jefferson City News Tribune
- ➤ A Jefferson City councilman suggested that the city hire lawyers—providing a legal option to enforce tax liens—and recoup some of its costs for code enforcement. Jefferson City News Tribune
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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.
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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.
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