Good morning, Jefferson City.

A few Cole County deputies star in the upcoming mystery movie "Trivia Night Mysteries: A Question of Murder," filmed in Jefferson City.

The film, directed by Vincenzo Conrorio and written by Steve Callaghan, does not have a set release date yet.

Lincoln University alumna Elle Michelle welcomed the incoming Class of 2030 at the 2026 New Student Convocation, where she urged students to build lasting relationships, prepare for their futures, and draw strength from community support (she also led a workshop the following evening to help new students process college life).

On July 15, 20 Ukrainian veterans visited Lincoln University’s George Washington Carver Farm to learn about aquaculture production.

Organized by the University of Missouri, the tour offered practical guidance on fish and crayfish operations and factors like water, soil, and climate (MU-Ukraine Agriculture Assistance Group).

School districts will preview a new A-F grading system this fall using data from 2024-25; full grade cards including literacy scores will arrive in fall 2027.

The proposal adjusts weightings for academic achievement & student growth, as presented by the state education department.

LU student workers led the Native and Specialty Crops Program in preparing Monday lunches using produce from Finca EcoFarm and Common Ground Community Building (a local social service agency).

Their summer cooking series helps them share flavors from their home countries and learn about farming.

A water main break on Thursday afternoon led Jefferson City Public Works to close the road between East Capitol Avenue + East High Street on Ash Street; repairs were expected to be completed the same day and drivers were advised to use alternate routes.