Sunday, December 15th, 2024

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Good morning, Jefferson City. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 15th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ In Cole County, around 85 officers joined the annual Operations T.O.Y.S. event at Walmart, contributing to making Christmas wishes come true for 84 children by shopping with them, supported by local community funding. KRCG-TV
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ A local quilt shop owner wins an award at the State Fair for a quilt after dedicating a year to its creation, intending to keep it. Jefferson City News Tribune
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Thomas Jefferson Middle School students planted four trees to enhance their school's environment through a Green Tree Partnership Grant. Jefferson City News Tribune
FINANCE NEWS
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GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The House Oversight and Accountability Committee hearing highlighted concerns over USPS performance and reliability, especially as small businesses like Downtown Book and Toy depend on it for holiday shipments. KRCG-TV
- ➤ Two individuals from the local area were recently appointed to the State Rehabilitation Council. Jefferson City News Tribune
- ➤ The Jefferson City Council is set to discuss public funding for a new multi-business development on Christy Drive. Jefferson City News Tribune
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Missouri Department of Mental Health and Century Farm by the Lake hosted a relaxation event for over 250 people in the Capitol Rotunda, focusing on mental well-being through sound baths and meditation. KRCG-TV
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