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Jefferson City
Thursday, November 6th, 2025
Good morning, Jefferson City. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 6th of November.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ More than 100 gardeners from Missouri gathered this fall at Lincoln University for a three-day Train the Trainer event that taught food safety, pest management, and green techniques. LU leaders and local experts led sessions—helping community members grow gardens and build partnerships to fight food insecurity. Lincoln University of Missouri
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Gov. Mike Kehoe announced that Missouri will compete for federal funds to support rural hospital care as part of the $50 billion Rural Health Transformation Program. The state’s Department of Social Services has developed an application that will connect healthcare providers, pharmacies and public health agencies while expanding access to doctors, maternity services and telehealth. KRCG-TV
- ➤ Hallsville School District retained its four-day school week and approved a no-tax-increase bond for $6.5 million to fund upgrades such as parking improvements, new classrooms, a baseball field, and security enhancements to be finished by November 2026. Jefferson City voters also extended the 7% lodging tax through 2060 to support a downtown conference center, hotel, and tourism projects. KRCG-TV
- ➤ The Missouri Department of Transportation is closing right-turn lanes on the Rex M. Whitton Expressway today to upgrade pedestrian facilities at intersections with Broadway, Jefferson, Madison and Monroe streets—these closures will continue into the coming weeks. Jefferson City News Tribune
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Managing Your Phone Storage
1-2:15 p.m. — Missouri River Regional Library — Registration required — Learn efficient ways to transfer files from your phone to other devices and optimize your storage.
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Pat Struempf: A Convocation of Eagles Art Exhibit Reception
2-4 p.m. — Missouri River Regional Library — Free entry — Engage with a local photographer discussing his eagle observations and enjoy refreshments.
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Eagle Watch Photography Presentation
1-5 p.m. — Missouri River Regional Library — Free entry — Discover fascinating insights and stunning photographs of eagles with local expert Pat Struempf.
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