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-- The Jefferson City Jays and Lady Jays both claimed spots at the Class 4 state cross country championships with their sectional finishes Saturday. The Lady Jays finished second behind Kickapoo with 70 points. (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)
Top Sports Stories Jays, Lady Jays advance to state cross country Nov 1, 2009
-- The Jefferson City Jays and Lady Jays both claimed spots at the Class 4 state cross country championships with their sectional finishes Saturday. The Lady Jays finished second behind Kickapoo with 70 points. (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)
Defendant ordered to apologize for invading victims' privacy Nov 1, 2009
Cole County Judge Richard Callahan recently ordered a Jefferson City man to write letters of apology to his victims after he pled guilty to a charge of second-degree invasion of privacy. Todd Kopp, 36, 409 Gateway Dr., was placed on five years supervised probation. (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)
Knights and Hunters eligible for State honors Nov 1, 2009
Genevieve Hunters won first-place in the Class 3, District 1 cross country meet to qualify as a team at the State Meet on Saturday in Jefferson City ... Donn Adamson / Daily Journal The Farmington Knights did not qualify as a team in the Class 3, District 1 Cross Country Meet, but they still have a chance at placing as a team in next week s State meet in Jefferson City. (Park Hills Daily Journal, MO)
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The Information you need. Sunday, November 01, 2009. (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)
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The Information you need. Sunday, November 01, 2009. (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)
Kansas official to lead Missouri economic development Nov 1, 2009
The Information you need. Sunday, November 01, 2009. (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)
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Jefferson City customers of Missouri American Water could be seeing a rate increase if the company gets approval from the state Public Service Commission ... Missouri American officials said the proposed 13 percent increase reflects about 910,500 in investments in Jefferson City water system improvements from Oct. 1, 2008, to Apr. (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)
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Jefferson City Jay Band members participated in individual auditions for qualification and placement in the Central District Missouri Music Educators Association District Honors Band. Qualifying for Honors Concert Band and to audition for All-State were seniors Amy Jones, Rebecca Tritz, Ashley Gross, Landon Brockmeyer, Corey Wright, Andrew Medley, Nick Cooley, Stephen Meyers; juniors Jordan Burkhardt, Mark Lauer, Casey Littrell, Alexander Gibler, Jennifer Rivera, Renee Vallot, Paul Ross, Erika... (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)
Study: Missouri sets high bar for math, reading tests Nov 1, 2009
The Information you need. Sunday, November 01, 2009. (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)
OUR OPINION: Where do you stand on open enrollment? Nov 1, 2009
If you would like to respond on this or any timely topic for publication, direct your letter to Richard McGonegal, News Tribune, 210 Monroe St., Jefferson City, Mo. 65101 or by e-mail to editor@newstribune. (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)
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If you would like to respond on this or any timely topic for publication, direct your letter to Richard McGonegal, News Tribune, 210 Monroe St., Jefferson City, Mo. 65101 or by e-mail to editor@newstribune. (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)
Man sentenced to 20 years in prison on forcible sodomy charge Nov 1, 2009
Callaway County Judge Jodie Asel recently sentenced a Jefferson City man to 20 years in prison after a jury found him guilty following an August trial ... According to court records, in June 2008, James took a young woman from a Jefferson City bar to the Noren Missouri River access, on the Callaway County side of the river, ostensibly to smoke marijuana. (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)
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Cole County Judge Richard Callahan recently ordered a Jefferson City man to write letters of apology to his victims after he pled guilty to a charge of second-degree invasion of privacy. Todd Kopp, 36, 409 Gateway Dr., was placed on five years supervised probation. (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)
Labor Dept. promotes workplace safety Oct 31, 2009
JEFFERSON CITY -- After Junior Dietzel and his wife attended a friend's funeral in 1988, they focused more on keeping their Bee Seen Signs a safe place to work. "He fell 80 feet to his death," Dietzel recalled during a news conference Thursday afternoon in his Apache Flats sign-making shop. (Fulton Sun, MO)
Kansas Gov Defends Departing Commerce Secretary Oct 31, 2009
Parkinson indicated that Nixon contacted Kerr about the Missouri director's job on Oct. 9, and Kerr had an interview in Jefferson City, Mo ... Associated Press Writer Chris Blank in Jefferson City, Mo. (Newsmax)
Audit reveals $13K missing from union funds Oct 31, 2009
Don Zavodny of Jefferson City, director of Council 72 of the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME), said Local 1324 at the Fulton State Hospital has jurisdiction over the issue of missing money at the Fulton union ... Zavodny asked the local union treasurer in Fulton to bring all union local records to his office in Jefferson City. (Fulton Sun, MO)
School Board to hold special meeting reacting to student's death Oct 31, 2009
Jefferson City's Board of Education has scheduled a special, closed-door meeting for 10 a.m. Monday in reaction to the death of Elizabeth Olten, a student at Pioneer Elementary School ... " Byron W. wrote on Oct 26, 2009 12:33 PM:" Mac1974 wrote "Let me put it this way. You folks are the community and Jefferson City's public schools help define this community.... so this is it.... stop being such friggin cowards and offer solutions." ... " Byron W. wrote on Oct 26, 2009 12:30 PM:" maiximista... (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)
Jefferson City woman injured in 2-car crash Oct 30, 2009
A Jefferson City woman was injured in a two-car accident at 5:15 p.m. Tuesday on U.S. 54 at Route T in Cole County. According to the Missouri Highway Patrol report, a 2007 Mercury, driven westbound by Marsha G. Stanton, 54, Jefferson City, struck a 2000 Dodge, driven westbound by Jennifer Coale-Brendel, 43, Centertown from behind. (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)
ROCKS_celebrates 35 years of service Oct 30, 2009
She said Fort Leavenworth ROCKS Inc. members are involved locally teaching workshops and tutoring students at the Richard Allen Cultural Center in Leavenworth, and mentoring ROTC cadets at Lincoln University in Jefferson City, Mo. The guest speaker at the ceremony was Col. Wayne Green, Fort Leavenworth Garrison commander. (Leavenworth Lamp, KS)
Workplace deaths jump in Missouri Oct 30, 2009
Missouri Labor Director Larry Rebman visited with management and employees at in Jefferson City Thursday to discuss programs designed to enhance workplace safety after the state recently experienced a spike in the number of workplace deaths. On average, nine workplace deaths are reported to the labor department every month, but in September, 15 Missourians lost their lives on the job. (St. Louis Business Journal, MO)
Top Entertainment Stories Kids Capital Read to welcome author Oct 30, 2009
author Mary Amato will visit Jefferson City to share her love for the written word ... Jefferson City local kids' adaptation of Amato's "The Chicken of the Family" musical will be 10-11:30 a.m. on Nov. 7 in the library's art gallery. (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)
Mo. community mourns slain 'precious little girl' Oct 29, 2009
APFILE - An undated file photo provided by the Cole County Sheriff's Department shows Elizabeth Olten, who went missing near her home on Route D near St. Martins, just west of Jefferson City Wednesday evening, Oct. 21, 2009 ... Two white horses pulled her casket in a glass hearse from the Jefferson City church to a nearby cemetery ... Kurt Valentine, the teen's lawyer, said Elizabeth's death has put Jefferson City in "turmoil," and had argued that opening the hearing could hamper the chances for... (MSNBC -- Crime)
Suspect in Mo. Child's Killing Reportedly Teen Girl Oct 29, 2009
Kurt Valentine, the teen's lawyer, said Elizabeth's death has put Jefferson City in "turmoil" and that opening the hearing could hamper the chances for a fair trial ... The 15-year-old was arrested Friday after leading authorities to Elizabeth's body just west of Jefferson City ... David Luther, a spokesman for Jefferson City Public Schools, said the district has no information or disciplinary reports about fights, but that officials would not know about every argument. (Fox News)
Seniors want more state aid for older adult meals programs Oct 29, 2009
Delegates debated and voted on 24 proposals during a three-day session at the Capitol Plaza Hotel in Jefferson City. The Silver Haired Legislature is a group of 150 older adults from around the state who served as mock representatives and senators to develop a list of priorities for the real legislature meeting next year. (Fulton Sun, MO)
Jefferson City braces for latest budget cuts Oct 29, 2009
Those are two of the bigger impacts on the Jefferson City area as a result of Nixon's latest round of cuts, which amount to 204 million ... But state officials say they don't know how many of those are from the Jefferson City area. (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)
Board closes meeting on girl’s murder - Educators: District offering counseling services at schools Oct 29, 2009
Jefferson City s Board of Education met in a special closed session for nearly 55 minutes Monday morning then had little to report ... But extra law enforcement officers were on hand Monday morning as students arrived at Pioneer Trail and at Jefferson City High School ... The Jefferson City district has posted information on its Web site, www. (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)
Murder charge sought against 15 year-old in Elizabeth Olten's death Oct 29, 2009
It is time for people to sit back and stop really think about how to make Jefferson City a better place and community to live in ... sandhouse wrote on Oct 25, 2009 9:29 AM:" Regardless of the gender of the perp, I suspect the name will be a big shock. The names of the families that own the properties in question are fairly prominent in town. There's going to be a lot of people asking how this could have happened. Jefferson City is about to have a microscope centered directly on its schools and... (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)
Potential sentence could vary for juvenile Oct 28, 2009
If there's a conviction and depending on the outcome of its hearings, the juvenile court can require a child to be retained in the local juvenile center, such as the Prenger Family Center, 400 Stadium Blvd. in Jefferson City, or to be sent to the Division of Youth Services ... bluenurse wrote on Oct 28, 2009 12:58 AM:" Skyler: you can make that two of us. I have no idea who the accused is, don't know anybody in her town, know a few people in JC but that's it. What I do know is that a 15-year-old... (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)
No Surge Seen in Pseudoephedrine Purchases in Area Oct 28, 2009
They're seeing some, but that's due to the time of the year," Grellner said. The task force commander noted that prior to 1976, pseudoephedrine was a prescription-only drug. Then, the FDA bowed to pressure from the pharmaceutical industry to make it an over-the-counter medicine despite warnings from the Drug Enforcement Administration about the dangers of methamphetamine. Initially, people could buy unlimited amounts of pseudoephedrine, Grellner said, and 100-count bottles of the drug were... (Missourian Publishing, MO)
WHS Sends Four Runners to Sectional Oct 28, 2009
The girls race begins at 12:30 p.m. The boys race runs at 1:15 p.m. The top four teams and the top 30 individuals advance to the state meet Nov. 7 at Oak Hills Golf Center in Jefferson City. Guasto was Washington's top finisher at the district meet. (Missourian Publishing, MO)
Analysis: Mo. finally obeys Medicaid reporting law Oct 27, 2009
(AP) JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (AP) - After claiming for more than a year that it could not do so, the Missouri Department of Social Services finally has obeyed a state law and published a list of employers whose workers get government-funded Medicaid health care coverage. (CBS News)
Guest Staffer to Run For Seat Oct 27, 2009
A member of Missouri Fifth District Representative Jim Guest's Jefferson City staff is leaving for another position at the capitol and intends to become a candidate for the seat in next year's election ... Silva, a resident of King City, has worked in Guest's Jefferson City office for the past two and a half years. (Cameron Observer, MO)
Murder charge sought against 15-year-old in Olten death Oct 27, 2009
JEFFERSON CITY -- Cole County Juvenile authorities have asked the Circuit Court's Juvenile Division to charge a 15 year-old with first-degree murder for last week's death of Elizabeth Olten, 9, whose body was found Friday. Cole County Sheriff Greg White and Juvenile Director Michael Couty declined to say Saturday whether the suspect is a boy or girl. (Fulton Sun, MO)
Advisory groups play vital role in shaping Jefferson City's future Oct 27, 2009
Advisory groups play vital role in shaping Jefferson City's future ... Jefferson City government currently depends on 14 boards and commissions ... According to Gail Strope, human resources director, Jefferson City residents who volunteer their time play a vital role in the decisions that help shape the city. (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)
Lady Jays hold on to capture first-ever title Oct 27, 2009
-- Lisa Dey got her 337th win as a coach Saturday night at the Heritage Park Softball Complex, and it gave the Jefferson City Lady Jays their first state title in the sport ... Marsha Pendilton then lashed another single to left, the last of six Jefferson City hits, and alertly moved up to second when the throw went to third in an attempt to get Evans ... Whitni Howell paced the Jefferson City offense with a single and a double, as she was the only player in the game with multiple hits. (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)
Local broadcaster honored Oct 27, 2009
KWOS sports broadcaster Kevin Kelly poses in the Adkins Stadium press box Friday before the Jefferson City Jays game against Fort Zumwalt West ... Kelly has done play-by-play for 32 years, all but one of those in Jefferson City ... Jefferson City boys basketball head coach David Fox has been a part of many of those broadcasts in his 24 years with the Jays program. (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)
Get spooked! Oct 27, 2009
The Information you need. Tuesday, October 27, 2009. (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)
Murder charge sought against 15 year-old in Elizabeth Olten's death Oct 26, 2009
Jefferson City is about to have a microscope centered directly on its schools and the kids ... I'M SO PROUD OF JEFFERSON CITY RESIDENTS AND SURROUNDING COMMUNITIES FOR PULLING TOGETHER WHEN YOUR NEEDED ... AND I'M SO PROUD OF JEFFERSON CITY RESIDENTS FOR PULLING TOGETHER WHEN YOUR NEEDED~ " online_editor wrote on Oct 25, 2009 7:44 AM:" For those who would like to make donations two funds have been set up. (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)
Elizabeth Olten's body found; police developing case Oct 26, 2009
Elizabeth was a student at Jefferson City's Pioneer Trail Elementary School ... These donations may be sent to: Memorial Fund c/o Missouri Missing, PO Box 1688, Jefferson City, MO 65109 " chucker wrote on Oct 23, 2009 6:56 PM:" How very sad. (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)
Helias Homecoming Oct 26, 2009
Helias held a pep rally at the Missouri Capitol on Friday evening after its Homecoming parade through downtown Jefferson City. The rally featured Helias cheerleaders, football players and the Homecoming Queen court. (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)
Body of Missing Missouri Girl, 9, Found in Woods Oct 26, 2009
The sheriff not give any details on how Elizabeth died or about the juvenile in custody except to say that the person lived in the area west of Jefferson City and was older than the girl. Police said Elizabeth's body was found just before 3 p.m.. (Fox News)
15-Year-Old Held in Killing of 9-Year-Old Girl; Victim's Mom 'Deeply Grieving'Police not revealing ID or sex of teen charged with first-degree murder. Oct 25, 2009
An undated photo provided by the Cole County Sheriff's Department shows Elizabeth Olten, who went missing near her home on Route D near St. Martins, just west of Jefferson City Wednesday evening, Oct. 21, 2009 ... Friday -- two days after she went missing -- after the suspect led police to a wooded area near her home west of Jefferson City. (ABC News)
Click to read:15-Year-Old Charged in Mo. Girl's Death Oct 25, 2009
An undated photo shows Elizabeth Olten, 9, who went missing near her home near St. Martins, just west of Jefferson City, Mo ... Elizabeth's body was found Friday - two days after she went missing - after the suspect led police to a wooded area near her home west of Jefferson City ... The sheriff did not give any details on how Elizabeth died or about the juvenile in custody except to say that the person lived in the area west of Jefferson City. (CBS News)
City, Allied field commonly asked questions about new recycling service Oct 24, 2009
In advance of the start of the city's new trash service on Nov. 2, Jefferson City homeowners have had many questions about how the service will work ... "lol.... welcome to Jefferson City! I saw a few Mexicans who were speaking a different language; therefore, they must be illegal. You should have also presumed they were killers and rapists @da'lake. racist ". (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)
'Open enrollment may be our answer' Oct 23, 2009
Open enrollment may be our answer' By BOB WATSONJefferson City News Tribune. JEFFERSON CITY -- Lois Wankum's children attended school in St. Elizabeth until the family "bought the family farm ... that was a mile away -- in a totally different school district." ... Penny Rector of Jefferson City, a lawyer for the Missouri Coalition of School Administrators, told lawmakers disparity is one of "a series of concerns and questions" needing answers. (Fulton Sun, MO)
Nuclear exercise conducted in Callaway Oct 23, 2009
During a nuclear preparedness exercise Wednesday at the State Emergency Operations Center in Jefferson City, Callaway County officials prepare evacuation plans in their county ... On Wednesday Callaway County planners moved to the State Emergency Operations Center in Jefferson City to participate in the drill. (Fulton Sun, MO)
Voice of UW radiothon honored with media service award Oct 23, 2009
"Once he realized he did indeed know who that person was, Diedriech said he was shocked. With the list of ways he has been involved with the organization over the past two decades in both Jefferson City and Callaway County, perhaps he should not have been.Diedriech has done everything from volunteering on the communications committee to delivering meals to serving as president for the Callaway County United Way board.He said he has enjoyed the opportunity to make an impact in so many different... (Fulton Sun, MO)
9-year-old's family frustrated by pace of search Oct 23, 2009
Height: 5'-2"Weight: 102 poundsHair: BrownLast seen wearing a light pink shirt, blue jeans and white tennis shoes.Anyone with information about Elizabeth can call a special 24-hour tip line: 866-362-6422 or call the Cole County Sheriff's Department: (573) 634-9160Earlier coverageHundreds search for missing 9-year-old girlPOSTED AT 8:45 PM THURSDAYST. MARTINS, Mo. (AP) -- Several hundred searchers had scoured a wooded area in central Missouri, but a rain-soaked Thursday ended without finding a... (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)
Top Entertainment Stories Get spooked! Oct 23, 2009
The Information you need. Friday, October 23, 2009. (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)
Guest Staffer to Run For Seat Oct 22, 2009
A member of Missouri Fifth District Representative Jim Guest's Jefferson City staff is leaving for another position at the capitol and intends to become a candidate for the seat in next year's election ... Silva, a resident of King City, has worked in Guest's Jefferson City office for the past two and a half years. (Cameron Observer, MO)
Mo. health agency says children need lead testing Oct 22, 2009
health agency says children need lead testing Wednesday, October 21, 2009 9:31 AM CDT JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (AP) Missouri health officials say too many children are never tested for the levels of lead in their bodies. (Park Hills Daily Journal, MO)
Educational program lets the 'sunshine' in Oct 22, 2009
For example, if a group of officials is planning a trip to attend a meeting in Jefferson City, the wisest move is to publish that trip and invite others to attend the meeting as well. Durkin advised officials to create a policy for providing records to the public and include fees for researching and reproducing the material. (Park Hills Daily Journal, MO)
AP: More Than 100 Mo. Parks Employees Getting Laid Off Oct 22, 2009
Parks Employees Getting Laid Off 10/20/2009 JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (AP) - Employees in Missouri's parks system learned Monday that more than 100 positions are being eliminated because of declining tax revenues that finance that agency. (Missourian Publishing, MO)
Search for girl missing at St. Martins Oct 22, 2009
FILED AT 11:15 PM WEDNESDAY: Authorities are searching a rural area west of Jefferson City for a 9-year-old girl who was reported missing Wednesday evening ... FILED AT 9:00 PM WEDNESDAY: Cole County authorities were searching a rural area west of Jefferson City late Wednesday night for a missing 9-year-old girl. (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)
Nuernberger 60th Wedding Anniversary Oct 21, 2009
The Nuernberger children and their spouses are Charles and Kay Nuernberger, Union, Paul and Pam Nuernberger, Jefferson City, Mark and Karin Nuernberger, Union, Tom and Nancy Nuernberger, Union, Donna Brockmiller and special friend Catherine Cooper, St. Louis. They have nine grandchildren, Nikolaus Nuernberger, Nikole Nuernberger, Logan Nuernberger, Zachary Nuernberger, Matthew Nuernberger, Laurel Nuernberger, Sarah Nuernberger, Aaron Nuernberger and Chelsea Iffrig. (Missourian Publishing, MO)
Glastetter Paces Area Girls at Borgia Oct 21, 2009
In the varsity meet, Jefferson City won the team title with 38 points ... Fourth went to Jefferson City's Briana Watson in 21:15 ... Rounding out the top 10 were Sam Levin of Ladue (22:25), Conradette King of Jefferson City (22:33), Joni Reinkemeyer of Helias (22:35), Elise Schreiber of Jefferson City (22:46) and Sami Doran of School of the Osage (22:51). (Missourian Publishing, MO)
OUR OPINION: New trash service boosts environmental stewardship Oct 21, 2009
The carts follow Jefferson City's renegotiated contract with Allied Waste Services and precede the Nov. 2 start of the new trash service ... And, in this case, Jefferson City officials sought an added service, comprehensive curbside recycling -- which, incidentally, failed in a previous, voluntary incarnation ... TheRickster wrote on Oct 20, 2009 11:28 AM:" More to the Lake Ozark Box. I made a statement. I don't live IN Jefferson City. So Bos, when I say "you all" that means J.C. persons. I... (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)
Moore Leads Area Boys at Borgia Oct 21, 2009
Jefferson City was second at 112 while Helias scored 120 ... Also breaking 18 minutes was Jefferson City's David McAdams, who took second in 17:43 ... Matt Schaefer of Jefferson City Helias was third, crossing the line in 18:06. (Missourian Publishing, MO)
SNPA honors Jacobus with posthumous award Oct 20, 2009
News Tribune, Jefferson City, Mo. and the Andover Townsman, Andover, Mass. (Pine Bluff Commercial, AR)
Washington Court Dockets for First Half of October Oct 20, 2009
Robert L. Wampler, Arnold; Gary Lee/Donna S. Warren, St. Clair; Raymond D./Chris Weaver, Gerald; Wheels Lt. Lessor C/O, Jefferson City; and Ltvinyard Christopher Wheels, Kirkwood. Washington Missouri 2009. (Missourian Publishing, MO)
Holts Summit aldermen discuss strays, audit Oct 19, 2009
boscoe wrote on Oct 16, 2009 9:10 PM:" Maybe Holt Summit residents should petition to be annexed by Jefferson City government so that they can have all the same benefits of being governed by the Jefferson City Council, Mayor, and City Administrator. ". boscoe wrote on Oct 16, 2009 9:05 PM:" Maybe they ought to pass a law to ban feeding homeless people too. That would make them move on and go somewhere more friendly or it will just starve them to death so we won't have homeless people anymore.... (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)
Jefferson City rips Troy, 56-6 Oct 18, 2009
The Jefferson City defense struck first, as C.J. Vaughan tackled freshman quarterback Ben Chaney in the end zone for a safety with 7:37 left in the first quarter. After the free kick, junior quarterback Sam Turner went 43 yards for a touchdown on the next play to make it 8-0. (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)
Courage and Grit Oct 17, 2009
And they wield a lot of clout in Jefferson City. Many of those lobbyists have given handsomely to the coffers of quite a few of our lawmakers. (Missourian Publishing, MO)
Lady Jays rally in seventh to advance to the Class 4 quarterfinals Oct 17, 2009
-- With their season on the line, the Jefferson City Lady Jays scored two runs in the bottom of the seventh inning Thursday to rally past the Troy Lady Trojans 2-1 in a Class 4 sectional classic ... Jefferson City will host Nixa in the quarterfinals at 1:30 p.m. Saturday at the American Legion Post 5 Sports Complex. (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)
