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Jefferson City
Friday, August 22nd, 2025
Good morning, Jefferson City. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 22nd of August.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Jefferson City man Jeremy Alexander, 24, accused of assaulting a man who died, faced a hung jury after several hours of deliberation—he remains in Cole County Jail without bond and no new trial date has been set. ABC 17
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Lincoln University Cooperative Extension leads SARE-funded programs to help Missouri sheep and goat producers, including Dr. Mohan Acharya’s three-year Sheep and Goats Master Training Program with $91,926 and a fencing project with $49,896 that trained 37 farmers in March—both efforts have held consultations, webinars and on-farm events and will continue through October 2025 and October 2026. Dr. Homero Salinas’s Midwest-SREPI initiative, backed by a $249,285 grant and running until January, is boosting local skills in parasite testing, pasture care and marketing. Lincoln University of Missouri
- ➤ After more than 30 years on Fairgrounds Road, the Special Learning Center opened its new Debbie Hamler campus at 905 Weathered Rock Road. The expanded campus doubled its space to serve 900 children and added programs including music therapy and autism support—funded by state aid and community donations. KRCG-TV
- ➤ Students returned to class Tuesday in the North Callaway School District as construction progressed on a new elementary school in Kingdom City—consolidating Williamsburg Elementary and Hatton-McCredie Elementary—and the building will open in fall while saving about $600,000 to boost teacher pay. KRCG-TV
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Governor Kehoe signed a law on July 10th that exempts diapers, feminine hygiene products used for managing menstrual flow, and products for urinary incontinence from sales and use taxes—this new law will take effect on Thursday, August 28th to lower tax costs on essential items. KRCG-TV
- ➤ Jefferson City officials introduced an $86.9 million fiscal year 2026 budget that focuses on public safety, employee salaries, and infrastructure improvements during the first Budget Committee meeting. The plan includes a 2.5% pay raise for city workers, increased benefits, and a new wastewater revenue stream—meant to fund street repairs—and it awaits final City Council amendments at the end of the budget season. ABC 17
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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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Show Me State Air Show
9 AM – 2 PM — Jefferson City Airport — Check the schedule for ticket prices — A thrilling weekend showcasing military and civilian aviation to honor veterans.
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Wednesday Evening Yoga
5:15-6:15 p.m. — Missouri River Regional Library — Free entry — Rejuvenate your mind and body with a welcoming yoga class for all abilities.
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United Way of Central Missouri 100th Anniversary Celebration
3-5 PM — Downtown Jefferson City — Free entry — Celebrate a century of community service with fun and festivities at a lively block party.
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Rhyme Time for Little Ones
9:30-10:00 a.m. — Missouri River Regional Library — No reservations needed — Enjoy music and movement in a special time for babies and their caregivers.
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Mighty Machines Showcase
10 AM – 1 PM — Capital Mall — Free entry — Explore and interact with a variety of impressive vehicles including fire trucks, bulldozers, and more.
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Larry Carver Art Exhibit Reception
2-4 p.m. — Missouri River Regional Library — Free entry — Explore the vibrant 'Passions of Painting' exhibit featuring the work of local artist Larry Carver with light refreshments.
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