Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 18th of December.
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🏘️ Community
The annual One for One holiday food and fund drive held Wednesday in Columbia and Jefferson City helped feed 100,000 people monthly across 32 counties.
The event ran until 6 p.m. at local venues and featured Zimmer Radio hourly triple matches + donations matched up to $50,000.
🎓 Education
Lincoln University celebrates its 160th milestone with Founders’ Day on Thursday, Jan.
15 at 11 a.m. at Richardson Fine Arts Center in Jefferson City — the free event will feature alumna Valerie Daniels-Carter delivering a keynote speech.
🏛️ Government
Jefferson City Council introduced a bill Monday night to raise parking fines around town, a move that some local business owners say may discourage shoppers since fines could jump to $25 (with increases of $19 for expired meters).
City officials have not yet scheduled a vote on the proposal.
Gov. Mike Kehoe's office projected Missouri's general revenue will drop 2.1% in fiscal 2026 compared to last year, and revenue is expected to grow 3.8% in fiscal 2027.
Kehoe will unveil his budget at the State of the State Address on Jan. 13.
🏥 Health
SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital held its annual Joy Day on Wednesday afternoon to celebrate Christmas and thank staff for their hard work.
Attendees received a meal, a 120th-anniversary ornament, and live music from local high school groups (Capital City High School Symphonic Orchestra and Helias Catholic High School Concert Choir).
🎉 Jefferson City Events
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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.
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.
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.
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.
Happy HOWLidays Celebration
8 AM – 3 PM — Runge Nature Center — Family-friendly activities — Explore animal sounds and engage in wild holiday fun.
Sunday Blues Jam at The Mission
3-7 p.m. — The Mission — No cover — Enjoy a lively blues jam hosted by the homegrown band The Missionaries.
Wildlife: Fireside Stories
10-11 a.m. — Runge Nature Center — Free entry — Experience enchanting winter stories in a cozy outdoor setting while sipping hot beverages.
Family Movie Matinee: Lilo & Stitch
2-4 p.m. — Osage County Branch, Missouri River Regional Library — Free entry — Enjoy a heartwarming animated movie with snacks and drinks provided during your holiday break.
New Year’s Eve Pawty
10 AM – 2 PM — Premium Pets — Free entry — Celebrate the New Year with festive drinks and a mini pup bar for your furry friends.
Building Community Bridges Food Pantry
4:30-6 p.m. — Building Community Bridges Non Profit — Free entry — Feeding those one box at a time every Monday.
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