Good morning, Jefferson City.

Lincoln University junior Damon Upchurch volunteered at Central Missouri Foster Care & Adoption Association—processing food donations on Oct.

22 to create Thanksgiving care packs for foster, adoptive and kinship families while balancing his studies.

On Saturday afternoon, downtown Jefferson City hosted the Sip ’n Shop event that warmed up shoppers as the mild chill left faces unreddened—residents enjoyed a relaxed outing at the local gathering.

Earthbound Awakening— a new holistic wellness center in Jefferson City that opened on Oct.

25— offers scalar energy treatments, a Japanese head spa service, and hypnosis for past life insights to help clients relax.

The H&C Filipino Cuisine food truck run by husband and wife Paul McKinney and Cristy Yegge drew many customers during Food Truck Friday despite heavy rain—this event showed how the couple brought Filipino food to Mid-Missouri.

Jefferson City approved a range of business licenses in October that let operators serve areas like liquor catering, retail, contractor work, and trade.

Licenses were issued to businesses such as Shrunken Head Tropic Lounge, Hen House, and Oscar's Classic Diner across multiple city locations—boosting local business activity.

Today, owner Jamie Rector of In the Groove shop on Jefferson Street welcomes visitors to a retro space where vintage vinyl, records, compact discs and old turntables are on display—each item offering a nostalgic look at past music formats.

The Veterans History Weekend event took place at the Museum of Missouri Military History even though the museum was closed because of the federal government shutdown—Museum Director Charles Machon said low turnout marked the event.

Yesterday, Jefferson City's early childhood organizations hosted a trunk-or-treat event that offered tricks and treats to raise awareness of early education.

Organized by partners including Nichols Career Center—MOAEYC—and The Special Learning Center, the event brought families together to celebrate learning opportunities.

Helias Catholic High School named its October students of the month to honor student achievement and hard work.

Alumni and their families joined Lincoln University's Centennial Homecoming parade on Saturday—viewers gathered along the sidewalks as the celebration drew attendees from near and far.

The Jefferson City Council will vote today on an amendment to a contract for the old funeral home building on East Capitol Avenue and will introduce a bill to swap properties between developers—aiming to adjust existing plans.

Missouri state workers are joining a food drive — organized by Kehoe and DSS — to help neighbors in need.

Missourians will be able to place sports bets starting Dec.

1 as nine licensed mobile sportsbooks and eight casino sportsbooks launch across the state—customers can preregister beginning Nov. 17 to access bonus promotions.

St. Elizabeth left fielder Lucy Lucas robbed a potential homer on a 2-2 pitch from Azlyn Wyatt to give her team a win over Princeton in the Class 1 softball semifinals—a play that kept the quiet crowd in suspense.

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.

Shelf Indulgence Book Club

6-7:30 p.m. — Missouri River Regional Library — Free entry — Engage in lively discussions over a newly selected book each month.

Social Bridge Club

1-3:30 p.m. — Missouri River Regional Library — Free entry — Engage in friendly Bridge gameplay every Thursday, suitable for all skill levels.

Rhyme Time for Babies

9:30-10:00 a.m. — Missouri River Regional Library — No reservations needed — Engage in music, movement, and socialization tailored for babies and their caregivers.

Kids Trout Fishing Day

12–3 p.m. — McKay Park — Free entry — A fun-filled day for kids to learn fishing and catch rainbow trout with expert help.

VMI Keydets at Missouri Tigers Basketball

1:00 – 2:30 PM — Mizzou Arena — Ticket prices vary — Catch the VMI Keydets bring their electrifying basketball skills to the court against the Missouri Tigers.

Novel Ideas Book Group

6:45-7:45 p.m. — Missouri River Regional Library — Free entry — Discuss 'The Labors of Hercules Beal' while enjoying light refreshments in a friendly setting.

Kinship Parent Support Group

11 AM – 1 PM — The Central Missouri Foster Care & Adoption Association — Free — Connect and learn with foster, adoptive, and kinship families in a supportive environment.

Family Story Time

10:30-11:30 a.m. — Missouri River Regional Library — Free entry — Enjoy colorful stories, music, crafts, and activities for all ages.

Genealogy Help Sessions

1-4 p.m. — Missouri River Regional Library — Free entry — Engage in personalized genealogy assistance and learn from expert Laura Loyborg every Thursday.