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Jefferson City
Sunday, September 28th, 2025
Good morning, Jefferson City. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 28th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The program manager at United Cerebral Palsy Heartland's Gibbs Center for Independence keeps her desk near clients at the day center on Southridge Drive—she shares wins with those she serves daily. Jefferson City News Tribune
- ➤ Gwen Jennings, who spent decades helping low-income families in Missouri, tried retirement last year — but she quickly returned to her community service when time off did not suit her. Jefferson City News Tribune
- ➤ Alex LeCure says building strong bonds with foster children and unhoused people is the key first step to keeping them safe — he uses his home, nonprofit, and church ministry to offer steady support. His work earned him a 2025 Fisher Family Good Samaritan Award, highlighting his commitment to the community. Jefferson City News Tribune
- ➤ More than 250 guests dressed in 1920s attire gathered at Capitol Plaza Hotel Friday night for the Super Sam Foundation's 11th annual gala, which raised funds to fight childhood cancer. Jefferson City News Tribune
- ➤ Heather Gieck, a 2025 Fisher Family Good Samaritan Award winner, turned her past struggles with substance use and time in the Missouri Department of Corrections into a mission of giving back at the Healing House and New Beginnings. She now helps others—showing her commitment to community recovery. Jefferson City News Tribune
- ➤ Chris Duren, a Fisher Family Good Samaritan Award winner, finds joy in her day job at the Jefferson City Museum of Modern Art—she also balances volunteer work and after-school activities for her five children. Jefferson City News Tribune
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Jefferson City now has a new late-night restaurant called Abelardo's Mexican Food—located at 2220 Missouri Blvd in the building that once housed Pancho's and Long John Silvers; the chain started in Omaha in 2002 and now has 60 locations. Jefferson City News Tribune
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Virginia Hogg lost her father to carbon monoxide poisoning when she was a child in Jefferson City and later became a dedicated elementary teacher after earning her degree from Warrensburg Teachers College—she taught in Mid-Missouri and Kansas City. Jefferson City News Tribune
- ➤ Helias Catholic High School in Jefferson City is preparing to host a music-themed Homecoming this week as HOCOfest kicks off with a Powder Puff game at 6 p.m.—students are invited to take part in the celebration. Jefferson City News Tribune
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Governor Kehoe will sign two bills today — one for the Missouri First map that will change Representative Cleaver’s district by merging urban and rural areas for the 2026 election and one to amend petition rules under the Protect Missouri Voters measure with tougher penalties. The bills passed in September’s special session aim to reshape district lines and voting procedures. ABC 17
- ➤ On Thursday, Missouri honored graduates from the Missouri Leadership Academy at a ceremony held at the Capitol rotunda. Graduates representing 16 state departments presented projects to improve public services + officials praised the program for strengthening government interaction. Jefferson City News Tribune
- ➤ MoDOT will begin work on the westbound bridge on U.S. 50 over Vetter Lane Monday—traffic will shift to the newly rehabilitated eastbound bridge amid lane closures, a 12-foot-width restriction and reduced speeds. The department has completed rehabilitation of the westbound U.S. 54 bridge over the Moreau River drainage as part of its project to repair 11 bridges in the area. Jefferson City News Tribune
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Capital City Cavaliers defeated the Jefferson City Jays 41-35 at Adkins Stadium on Friday. Quarterback Evan Schaffer said he was proud of his team for turning a previous loss into a welcome win — a fact that boosted local sports pride. Jefferson City News Tribune
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Crafting for a Cause
6-7:30 p.m. — Missouri River Regional Library — Free entry — Create beaded pens for charity and take one home as a thank you.
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Adult Chess Club
10-11 a.m. — Building Community Bridges Non Profit — No cost — Challenge your mind with state champion Tim Campbell as you join fellow chess enthusiasts.
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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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Building Community Bridges Food Pantry
4:30-6 p.m. — Building Community Bridges Non Profit — Free entry — Feeding those in need one box at a time every Monday evening.
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Family Storytime
10:30-11:30 a.m. — Missouri River Regional Library — Free entry — Enjoy engaging stories and music for families of all ages.
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Thursday Morning Yoga
9:30-10:30 a.m. — Missouri River Regional Library — Free entry — Rejuvenate your mind and body in a welcoming space for all abilities.
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Old Soul Savage Live Performance
9 PM – 1 AM — Twisted Pickles — Check website for cost — Enjoy a night of multi-genre rock and roll hits from the talented band Old Soul Savage.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Success is not about money. It's about peace.
~ Naval Ravikant
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