Good morning, Jefferson City.

Jefferson City's long-awaited Olive Garden opened Monday on Missouri Boulevard with seating starting at 11 a.m.—the restaurant’s team spent five weeks training while neighbors lined up as early as 9 a.m. for a new local dining option.

Lincoln University faculty and staff gathered Aug.

10-11 for Fall Institute 2026 — an event offering updates, professional development sessions and a social that prepared them for the fall semester. The sessions covered topics such as artificial intelligence, online instruction and student success.

Local schools are embracing AI to make lessons more engaging and adjust assignments for various reading levels — educators say AI supports teachers in explaining difficult topics and encourages open conversations about its proper use.

A spring survey found that Lincoln University alumni remain proud and eager to reconnect, with 185 respondents emphasizing events, mentorship, and networking opportunities.

Homecoming (Sept. 20-26) offers alumni a chance to share feedback and join in celebrating at the block party in front of Memorial Hall.

RT Torry and his sister Malaika introduced the children's book series Rebecca the Little Teacher to honor their mother's 40 years in teaching.

The initiative, featuring a Hallmark reading event and Barnes & Noble collaboration, aims to inspire young readers with lessons in service and kindness.

The Missouri Department of Conservation announced changes for this deer season — cutting nonresident antlered buck limits from two to one and moving youth dates to Oct.

24 and 25. Mandatory CWD sampling will occur in 28 counties on Nov. 14 and 15 on a four year rotation.

Missouri Department of Conservation announced new deer season rules for 28 counties that require deer testing from Nov.

14 to 15 and limit nonresident hunters to one buck (the changes simplify the permit process for Chronic Wasting Disease management and will affect firearms season starting Nov. 14).