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Jefferson City
Wednesday, November 26th, 2025
Good morning, Jefferson City. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 26th of November.
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ In 2024, Missouri farmers raised over 15 and a half million turkeys that were delivered nationwide for Thanksgiving—making the state fifth in turkey production. Farmers such as Matt Vanschyndel of Hedge Holler Harvest raised pasture-raised turkeys, and the industry continues year-round to support family meals. KRCG-TV
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Missouri Department of Conservation is increasing testing for chronic wasting disease among deer during the open firearm season by collecting more hunter samples over two days. Samples are quickly processed with an initial ELISA screen and confirmed with IHC—results delivered within 10 days—as the department also studies new prion detection methods. KRCG-TV
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ On April 2, an EF-2 tornado hit Pilot Grove, damaging 16 homes, 12 commercial buildings, and two public buildings while 29 agencies responded despite struggles with incompatible radio systems—Cooper County Emergency Management Agency noted delays with mobile command setup and siren activation. County officials are upgrading communication systems with a $2.7 million project to improve radio infrastructure and install new battery-powered sirens—expected to be complete by early next year. ABC 17
- ➤ A state review fully cleared former Ballparks National general manager Jeff Vernetti—ending over a year of uncertainty for the Lake of the Ozarks youth sports complex expansion—and construction on three new fields has resumed with the project set to complete in time for the 2026 tournament season. The Missouri Times
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ SSM St. Marys is trying to work out a new deal with United Healthcare by the end of the year to keep patients from losing in-network coverage — a spokesman said United Healthcare is in aggressive negotiations. KWOS
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Thanksgiving Day Pie Run
8:15 a.m. — Jefferson City Parks and Recreation Multipurpose Building — Registration fees apply — Get ready to race with a choice of 5K or 10K distances to work off those Thanksgiving pies.
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Eagle Watching Presentation
9 AM – 5 PM — Missouri River Regional Library — Free entry — Discover the majestic eagles of Cole County with local expert Pat Struempf.
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LEGO Block Party
6-7 p.m. — Missouri River Regional Library — Free entry — Enjoy free-building LEGO fun with standard bricks and mini-figures for ages 5-12.
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Preschool Storytime
10:30-11:30 a.m. — Missouri River Regional Library — No reservations needed — Enjoy engaging stories and music for preschoolers ages 3-5.
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Eagle Photography Presentation
9 AM – 8 PM — Missouri River Regional Library — Free entry — Discover the breathtaking beauty of eagles through the lens of a local photographer.
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Ukulele Jam Session
6:15-7:45 p.m. — Missouri River Regional Library — Free entry — Share tunes and connect with fellow ukulele enthusiasts in a lively musical gathering.
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Rhyme Time for Babies
9:30-10:00 a.m. — Missouri River Regional Library — Free entry — Enjoy music and movement in a special interactive session for babies and their caregivers.
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A Convocation of Eagles
9:00 a.m. — Missouri River Regional Library — Free entry — Discover the beauty of eagles through Pat Struempf's extensive photography and insights.
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Family Book Bingo
6-7 p.m. — Missouri River Regional Library — Free entry — Enjoy a fun-filled hour of bingo with book prizes for kids 12 and under.
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Wednesday Evening Yoga
5:15-6:15 p.m. — Missouri River Regional Library — Free entry — Rejuvenate your mind and body in a welcoming yoga class suitable for all abilities.
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