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Jefferson City
Wednesday, September 24th, 2025
Good morning, Jefferson City. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 24th of September.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Jefferson City welcomed crews for the new season of The Fireball Run yesterday — the planned outdoor welcome at the State Capitol moved to Courtyard by Marriott because of rain. Filming begins today with 32 teams exploring the city and well-known guests like Christopher McDonald joining, and a public send-off is planned on Thursday. KRCG-TV
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Lincoln University alumna Dr. Gloria Washington was named to the EBONY Power 100 STEM Trailblazers list, earning national recognition for her groundbreaking work in affective computing and human-centered design—an honor that spotlights her innovative contributions and the strength of a tight-knit academic community. Lincoln University of Missouri
- ➤ Lincoln University received a $725,669 grant from the National Science Foundation to study rural challenges such as food and water shortages and declining populations; the four-year project (Sept. 1 to Aug. 31) began on September 1 and will help policymakers develop strategies for rural resilience. KRCG-TV
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Yesterday, the USS Jefferson City—a 7,000-ton Los Angeles Class submarine named for our city—docked in port, and crew members welcomed local interest. Jefferson City High School sophomore Lilith Shields met with the crew, including Cmdr. A.J. Franz, and learned about possible Navy careers. Jefferson City News Tribune
- ➤ Governor Mike Kehoe awarded Missouri's highest public safety honors at 1:30 p.m. Tuesday at the state highway patrol's training academy gymnasium where 15 Missouri Medals of Valor and other awards recognized heroic acts in 2024. Awardees included Assistant Chief Matt Tobben and two Callaway County deputies—a former Chief Lana Karhoff also received the Medal of Valor. ABC 17
- ➤ Governor Mike Kehoe signed Executive Order 25-29 today—declaring a drought alert in Missouri until December 1 to allow state agencies to direct resources to areas affected by drought that disrupts agriculture and waterway navigation. KRCG-TV
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Capital City Cavaliers running back Jaqures Richardson scored touchdown runs of 43 yards and 54 yards on Friday and finished with a career high of 187 rushing yards + his team rushed for over 320 yards for a 30 to 22 win over Columbia Rock Bridge. KWOS
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Thursday Morning Yoga
9:30-10:30 a.m. — Missouri River Regional Library — Free entry — Rejuvenate your mind and body with a welcoming community yoga session.
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Hope Gala 2025
5:30-10 p.m. — Capitol Plaza Hotel and Convention Center — Support to inspire hope and progress for local kids.
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Big Daddy Weave Concert in Jefferson City
4:30-9 p.m. — Cole County Fair — Free entry — Experience a night of worship and music with Big Daddy Weave at the Redemption 'A New Beginning' concert.
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Tebbetts Picnic and Muttonfest
10 AM – 2 PM — Tebbetts Community Hall — Activities include live entertainment, games, and shopping at this three-day festival.
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Building Community Bridges Food Pantry
4:30-6:00 p.m. — Building Community Bridges Non Profit — Free — Feeding those one box at a time with an easy sign-up process every Monday.
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Pumpkin Harvest Moon Painting Party
1-3 p.m. — Missouri River Regional Library — All supplies provided — Unleash your creativity while painting a seasonal masterpiece with guidance from a local artist.
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Family Storytime
10:30-11:30 a.m. — Missouri River Regional Library — Free entry — Enjoy engaging stories, music, crafts, and activities for the whole family.
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Social Bridge Club
1–3:30 p.m. — Missouri River Regional Library — Free entry — Engage in enjoyable Bridge gameplay with players of all skill levels every Thursday.
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Rhyme Time for Babies
9:30-10:00 a.m. — Missouri River Regional Library — No reservations needed — A delightful morning of music and movement for babies and their caregivers.
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Porchfest JCMO
6-9 p.m. — Forest Hill Ave. / West Main St. — Free entry — Experience lively performances from local musicians on neighborhood porches and enjoy hands-on crafts and food.
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