Good morning, Jefferson City.

Local cooks served chili and played cornhole for a good cause at the annual Big Brothers Big Sisters event on Thursday at the Jaycees Cole County Fairgrounds.

JC Parks unveiled Jefferson City’s first crosswalk art at Memorial Park on October 23 at 11:33 a.m.—artists Adrienne Luther and Suzanne painted autumn leaves on the crosswalk to boost pedestrian safety and slow drivers.

Former emergency response worker Chris Moore visited Calvary Lutheran High School on Thursday to instruct students in making positive decisions (Positive Decision Making) that warned about the dangers of drugs, alcohol, and unsafe driving.

He said that parents, teachers and older people offer key lessons (gained from their own experience) to help young people avoid risky behaviors.

Lincoln University Counseling Services now offers free, private counseling for students facing academic or personal challenges.

Students can visit the Counseling Center at 822 Lee Drive or call 573-681-5476 to use the 24/7 TeleHelp service—ensuring help is always available.

A portion of East Dunklin Street will have lane closures today—fiber installation work is underway—to upgrade local service.

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.

Lincoln University Students' D.I.Y. Day

2:30-3:30 p.m. — Scruggs University Center Lincoln University — Free entry — Unleash your creativity at this hands-on craft event for students.

Social Bridge Club

1-3:30 p.m. — Missouri River Regional Library — Free entry — Enjoy fun and friendly Bridge gameplay every Thursday with players of all skill levels.

Halloween Dance Mix

7-10 p.m. — Capital Ritz Banquet & Dance Center — Costumes encouraged — Enjoy a spooktacular evening filled with Halloween tunes and festive dancing.

Cheers to Adoption Fundraising Event

5-8 p.m. — Canterbury Hill Winery and Restaurant — $80.00 — Enjoy an evening of wine tasting while supporting adoption initiatives.

Android Basics Class

10:00 – 11:15 AM — Missouri River Regional Library — Registration required — Learn to master your Android phone with hands-on support and tips.

LEGO Block Party

9-10 a.m. — Missouri River Regional Library — Free entry — Enjoy free-building LEGO fun with standard bricks, mini-figures, and specialty pieces for kids ages 5-12.