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Jefferson City
Saturday, December 6th, 2025
Good morning, Jefferson City. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 6th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ In late August, First Presbyterian Church in Jefferson City allowed an unhoused visitor to sleep on the front step to plug in a CPAP machine. Church members later reflected on the shelter efforts as they explore further ways to serve local needs. Jefferson City News Tribune
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Muse Theatre Company presents A Christmas Carol on Dec. 11, 12 and 13 at Itsy Bitsy Broadway in Capital Mall, 3600 Country Club Drive. The production—dedicated to the late Craig Jacobs—offers tickets at $10 for adults, $5 for children and $30 for a family pass. Jefferson City News Tribune
- ➤ Governor Mike Kehoe hosted the annual Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony at the Governor’s Mansion to kick off the holiday season, featuring a 36-foot artificial tree and local charity efforts. The event offered candlelight tours from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. (mothers and children from St. Raymond’s Society joined for charity). KRCG-TV
- ➤ Living Windows returned to Downtown Jefferson City on Dec. 5 from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. The event offered Giant Holiday Inflatables, a real-snow Winter Wonderland, a holiday Character Lane, Polar Express rides, a live reindeer exhibit, a Boys and Girls Club drumline and souvenir coffee mugs with qualifying purchases from Downtown merchants. KWOS
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Four candidates (Ryan Towner, Gretchen Duckworth, Trent Vallandingham and Michelle Rodemeyer) filed for three school board seats, giving voters a clear choice for local education governance. KWOS
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Doctors indicated a slow start to flu season, with about 350 confirmed cases statewide plus four in Cole County. They noted more strep and upper respiratory infections among children and only a few COVID cases reported. KWOS
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ KWOS named Blair Oaks Falcons running back Hayden Lackman Athlete of the Week after he scored four touchdowns in a Class 2 State Semi-Final win on Saturday, and he now leads the team ahead of today's State Title Game against St. Pius X (Festus). KWOS
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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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Alabama State Hornets at Missouri Tigers Basketball
7-8:30 p.m. — Mizzou Arena — Cost information not available — Witness an exciting college basketball matchup featuring the Alabama State Hornets taking on the Missouri Tigers.
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Family Storytime: A World of Colorful Animals
10:30-11:30 a.m. — Missouri River Regional Library — Free admission — Enjoy engaging 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 — Join genealogist Laura Loyborg for lessons, Q&A, and personalized research assistance.
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Irving Berlin’s White Christmas, The Musical!
6:30-10:30 p.m. — Capital City Productions — Check for ticket prices — Enjoy a heartwarming musical experience with festive food and entertainment.
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The Nutcracker 2025
7-9 p.m. — Miller Performing Arts Center — Tickets available — Experience the beloved holiday classic as local dancers bring magic to the stage.
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Breakthrough Basketball Skills Camp
Dec 22-23 — The Linc — $97 for observing coaches — Enhance scoring and ball handling skills at this youth basketball camp aimed at grades 3-8.
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MRRL/American Red Cross Blood Drive
10 AM – 2 PM — Missouri River Regional Library — Free t-shirt and book with donation — Give the gift of life and help those in need.
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Happy HOWLidays Celebration
8 AM – 3 PM — Runge Nature Center — Family-friendly activities — Explore animal sounds and engage in wild holiday fun.
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