Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 11th of October.
Good morning, Jefferson City.
The Go Mid Mo arts calendar for Oct.
9 to Oct. 15 shows local music, theater and art events in Jefferson City, Columbia and nearby towns — event organizers must submit details by noon Tuesday to be included.
Teachers and parents in Ashland supported a switch to a 4-day school week for Southern Boone School District with the change set to start next school year; school officials held a community meeting on Thursday to discuss the plan.
School Superintendent Dr. Tim Roth (who said the proposal is meant to keep current staff and attract qualified candidates) said a final proposal will be brought to the Board of Education in December.
On Friday evening, Zimmer Radio broadcast three high school football games in mid-Missouri — Columbia Rock Bridge played the Bruins live on KTGR with Andy Humphrey, Jefferson City faced Helias Interparish on Newsradio 950 KWOS with Kevin Kelly and Tom Kramer, and North Callaway hosted Mark Twain on Big 900 KFAL, with each game kicking off at 7 p.m.
College football fans in Jefferson City are excited as undefeated Mizzou with a 5-0 record takes on 4-1 Alabama in a top-15 matchup today at Faurot Field, marking the first win over the Tide in 50 years.
The game and live broadcast of SEC Nation & the Paul Finebaum show will be available on local radio and the SEC Network.
Novel Ideas Book Group
6:45-7:45 p.m. — Missouri River Regional Library — Free entry — Dive into the captivating world of The Otherwoods with fellow 6th-8th graders and enjoy refreshments.
Wednesday Evening Yoga
5:15-6:15 p.m. — Missouri River Regional Library — Free entry — Rejuvenate your mind and body with an inclusive yoga class for all abilities.
Social Bridge Gameplay
1-3:30 p.m. — Missouri River Regional Library — Free entry — Engage in fun and friendly Bridge games suitable for all skill levels.
Magdalene Rose: The Anthems Tour
7-11 p.m. — Capital West Christian Church Event Center — Free admission — Enjoy a night of uplifting music featuring Disciple and Seventh Day Slumber.
Genealogy Help Sessions
1-4 p.m. — Missouri River Regional Library — Free entry — Get personalized assistance with your genealogy research from expert Laura Loyborg.
Thursday Morning Yoga
9:30-10:30 a.m. — Missouri River Regional Library — Free entry — Rejuvenate your mind and body in a welcoming environment for all abilities.
Trick or Treat at Heisinger Bluffs
1-2 p.m. — Heisinger Bluffs Senior Living Community — Community event — Celebrate Halloween with fun treats and activities, rain or shine.
17th Annual Trunk or Treat
2-5 p.m. — Cole County Fair — $1 per child — Enjoy a festive trunk or treat event supporting Operation TOYS.
TikTok Made Me Read It Book Club
6-7:30 p.m. — Missouri River Regional Library — Free entry — Discuss trending reads from TikTok's #BookTok and connect with fellow book enthusiasts.
Runge In Your Backyard: Not-So-Spooky Creatures
10 AM – 2 PM — McClung Park Indoor Pavilion — Free entry — Explore wild Missouri animals in Halloween costumes at this engaging community event.
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