Good morning, Jefferson City.

The Jefferson City Salvation Army is renovating the Center of Hope shelter to double its capacity from 31 to 62 beds and add a new family wing, private bathroom spaces, and an expanded food pantry.

The project follows recommendations from the local Task Force on Homelessness and planning committee research.

Lincoln University will honor its 2026 Sapphire Award honorees during the 160th Birthday Bash on Sept.

25. The Homecoming event will induct distinguished alumni (recognizing excellence, leadership and service) into the Sapphire Circle.

Lincoln University researchers found that sweet potato greens hold steady nutritional benefits across farming practices — the study compared three varieties grown both conventionally and organically with cover crops, showing that this dual-harvest crop may offer climate resilience and extra value for producers.