Officials exploring options for safer intersections Jun 26, 2009
After an accident like the one that took the lives of a Jefferson City couple Sunday, state Transportation Department officials are exploring whether anything can be done to improve the area. "We try to find out if it was a physical cause or if it was a matter of people making bad choices," said Eric Schroeter, assistant engineer for MoDOT's Central Missouri Region. (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)
Marre To Memphis - Carroll Taken In... Jun 26, 2009
Missouri Basketball was honored in Jefferson City on Tuesday and ate dinner in the Governor's Mansion. . (Mutigers.com)
Red light runner causes accident Jun 26, 2009
Seven people were hurt in a two-vehicle crash Sunday afternoon in Jefferson City ... Janay T. Marsh, 21, Jefferson City, was going north on 179 and approaching the West Edgewood intersection ... Chad L. Pond, 34, Jefferson City, was going west on West Edgewood when he was approaching the intersection. (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)
Nixon cuts $105 million, 200 jobs from state 2010 budget Jun 26, 2009
"This near-record amount of line item vetoes was not made lightly," Nixon said at a news conference in Jefferson City, according to prepared remarks. "These fiscally responsible steps are necessary to ensure that Missourians have a government we can afford, without raising taxes and without sacrificing our shared priorities of education, health care and jobs.". (St. Louis Business Journal, MO)
Bids for St. Clair License Office Were Due Tuesday Jun 25, 2009
Local fee offices allow Missourians to renew drivers licenses and motor vehicle registrations without coming to Jefferson City. The license offices keep a fee added to each transaction, which can make them profitable for those who receive a state contract to operate them. (Missourian Publishing, MO)
Street Fair attracts 130 parade entries Jun 24, 2009
The Premier Worldwide Star Wars Imperial Costuming Organization of Jefferson City, composed of Star Wars fans. The group marched as the 501st Legion 70th Explorer Garrison. (Fulton Sun, MO)
Missouri Executions on Hold While Courts Review Lawsuit Jun 24, 2009
Tuesday, June 23, 2009. Missouri's incoming chief justice says it's unlikely any executions will be scheduled in the state while the courts assess an inmate's lawsuit challenging Missouri's lethal injection procedure. (Fox News)
Mizzou's Matt Lawrence Named Strength... Jun 23, 2009
Missouri Basketball was honored in Jefferson City on Tuesday and ate dinner in the Governor's Mansion. 04/13/2009 - M. Basketball. (Mutigers.com)
Join Congress, see the world Jun 22, 2009
Carnahan also disclosed his family farm in Rolla, valued between $250,000 and $500,000; a rental property in Jefferson City, valued between $50,000 and $100,000; and a credit union savings plan, valued between $1,000 and $15,000. His listed assets total between $301,000 and $615,000. (St. Louis Business Journal, MO)
State job cuts feared Jun 22, 2009
Thursday, four Jefferson City area leaders met to discuss the topic ... Jefferson City gets an overpass and the shaft. (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)
Columbia considers banning bike harassment Jun 21, 2009
boscoe wrote on Jun 20, 2009 3:09 PM:" If you don't like the way Jefferson City treats bike rides, then YOU SHOULD JUST MOVE. We don't like bikes in Jefferson City and it has been that way for years and is how it will always be. Whiney people with bikes need to move away. ". boxergal wrote on Jun 20, 2009 2:59 PM:" You GO Bubba - this area never ceases to amaze me. If you aren't climbing into a jacked up red chevy pickup to drive around and swig beer, then you just "ain't" cool. As for us, at... (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)
New Walmart brings new jobs and layout Jun 20, 2009
Jefferson City's new East Side Walmart off City View Drive is now officially open. Wednesday morning, members of the Jefferson City Chamber of Commerce and numerous customers attended a celebratory grand opening and ribbon cutting ... The Samaritan Center, ABLE Learning Center, Jefferson City Police Department's K-9 Unit and the Jefferson City High School Band Boosters each received a grant. (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)
Mo. board revises training camp deal for Chiefs Jun 20, 2009
board revises training camp deal for Chiefs. You are not logged in. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
xxxxofjeffcity Jun 20, 2009
The Jefferson City Liquor Control Board voted unanimously to revoke a local tavern's liquor license Wednesday, after responding to law enforcement allegations some customers might be practicing a swinger lifestyle at the bar ... Jefferson City Police Capt. Mike Smith said his agency was requested to assist Missouri Division of Alcohol and Tobacco Control agents after officials there learned an alternative lifestyle group was using the bar as a meeting place ... boscoe wrote on May 13, 2009 9:09... (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)
Major obstacles face those living in poverty Jun 19, 2009
Health coverage and access was the third of five major obstacles to poverty named at the Investing in People Missouri Poverty Summit held this week in Jefferson City. Pick up Friday's newspaper or view Friday's e-Edition to read the full article. (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)
Chiefs' camp to return to Missouri for 10 years Jun 19, 2009
Missouri officials approve deal to return Kansas City Chiefs' camp to Missouri for 10 years - ESPN. Updated: June 18, 2009, 6:26 PM ET. (ESPN -- Football News)
More details finalized on fire station Jun 18, 2009
Public Works Director Allen Welshon said he attended a Missouri Department of Transportation meeting in Jefferson City regarding a 110,000 grant for sidewalk upgrades across the city. It was also said that Taylor Engineering will begin shooting grade , or taking elevation measurement, along John David Drive in an attempt of the city to begin working to rectify stormwater problems in the neighborhood. (Park Hills Daily Journal, MO)
Judith Ann Hamacher Hasenbeck (4) Jun 18, 2009
(1) Judith Ann Hamacher Hasenbeck, 68 of Jefferson City died April 14, 2009 following a brief illness. She was born in Jefferson City, Missouri, a daughter of, James and Margaret (Kliegel) Hamacher ... A mass of Christian burial was said at Saint Joseph s Cathedral on April 16, 2009 in Jefferson City Missouri. (Park Hills Daily Journal, MO)
Tuesday With the Tigers Jun 17, 2009
I was also excited to get to know the new freshmen: Sydney Crafton from Jefferson City and Trenee Thornton from Kansas City ... Jefferson City's Sydney Crafton has signed a National Letter of Intent to play for the Missouri women's basketball team this fall, Head Coach Cindy Stein announced on Friday. (Mutigers.com)
Famous Missourians coming to Bonne Terre Jun 17, 2009
His mural for the Missouri State Capitol in Jefferson City caused controversy because it depicted slavery and included outlaw Jesse James and political boss Tom Pentergast. Benton died in 1975 at work in his studio, just as he completed his final mural, The Sources of Country Music for the Country Music Hall of Fame in Nashville, Tenn. (Park Hills Daily Journal, MO)
Beams of Encouragement Jun 17, 2009
Now that drop may not seem enormous, but AP Correspondent David E. Lieb in Jefferson City said it was the largest month-to-month percentage drop since December 1983. The jobless figures for May are due out this week. (Missourian Publishing, MO)
City to Receive Stimulus Money Jun 16, 2009
Schantz said he would be attending a meeting for the city on Wednesday for grant recipients in Jefferson City to learn more about the stimulus funding guidelines. "We would love to have money for projects we're in dire need of completing - stormwater issues, streets and things like that," Verges said. (Missourian Publishing, MO)
City Extends City Administrator's Contract Jun 16, 2009
"He decides what needs to be brought to my attention and I decide what to take to the board of aldermen for approval." Selby also alluded to relationships he has formed with elected officials and Jefferson City staff members as being something he was able to use to Pacific's advantage. "Many of the people I served with in the House are now in federal government," he said. (Missourian Publishing, MO)
AP: Former Bush Staffer Says No to Missouri Senate Run Jun 16, 2009
(AP) - A former state department official under President George W. Bush said Thursday he will not seek the seat soon to be vacated by longtime Missouri Sen. Attorney Thomas Schweich, who held several state department jobs during the Bush presidency, said he wouldn't run and that he was throwing his support behind U.S. Rep. (Missourian Publishing, MO)
Man pulled off bridge Jun 16, 2009
A Jefferson City man was taken to St. Mary's Health Center for a mental examination after threatening to jump off the Missouri River Bridge on Tuesday night ... Crisis negotiators arrived on the scene and, after about an hour and 20 minutes, officers and members of the Jefferson City Fire Department removed the man safely by using a ladder truck. (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)
Swine flu case in New Bloomfield Jun 16, 2009
These sites report symptoms on a regular basis to the Bio-Terrorism Surveillance Team in Jefferson City. The system is in place to alert public health officials of possible public health threats and outbreaks. (Fulton Sun, MO)
Teens injured in accident Jun 16, 2009
Haldiman, Fortuna, sustained serious injuries and was transported to St. Mary's Health Center, Jefferson City. A passenger in the vehicle, Phillip Voss, Tipton, sustained minor injuries and refused medical care. (California Democrat, MO)
Dog Owned by Local Family Named 2009 'Pet of the Year' Jun 16, 2009
The archives are based at the Foundations Veterinary Museum in Jefferson City ... "I would also like to invite readers to visit our Veterinary Museum of Missouri the next time they are in Jefferson City. The museum takes visitors through 150 years of veterinary history with interesting displays and strange artifacts.". (Missourian Publishing, MO)
Alaska Gov. Palin in Westchester, NY, Long Island Jun 16, 2009
" factsnodrama wrote on Jun 11, 2009 6:07 PM:" Yeah, I guess an Alaskan-gov speaking on LongIsland-NY (she stole the show) making the news in Jefferson City Missouri I'm being dramatic. hahahahahah. (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)
Death Notices for Tuesday, June 9 Jun 16, 2009
and Tyrone Williams, Robertsville; two daughters, Sherry Ingram, Robertsville, and Angela Hamilton and husband Robert, Catawissa; one sister, Beverly Wikes, Jefferson City; 16 grandchildren; other relatives and many friends. The family is being served by Russell Colonial Funeral Home, St. Clair. (Missourian Publishing, MO)
Three nabbed in bid to get meth materials Jun 6, 2009
Jefferson City police officers help hold a perimeter as local law enforment agencies search for a man hiding in the woods Tuesday afternoon behind Walgreens and Concord Baptist Church ... Criminal charges are pending for three people who were believed to be buying meth-making materials at a business on Jefferson City's West Side ... Sheriff's deputies were joined by members of the Jefferson City Police Department in setting up a perimeter around the area to search for the remaining male. (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)
OBAMA CABINET USES 'STIMULUS' TRAVEL TO BOLSTER REELECTION CHANCES... Jun 6, 2009
Vice President Joe Biden greets the crowd at the ABB plant in Jefferson City, Mo. Since Obama passed the stimulus, administration officials have mainly traveled to blue states for events to tout the program. (The Drudge Report)
Police: Same suspect likely tied to four robberies (2413) Jun 6, 2009
This composite, released by the Jefferson City Police Department, depicts a possible suspect in a recent string of robberies ... A weekend robbery became the fourth in a month, and Jefferson City police believe the same person may have committed them all ... lumpsinthesandbox wrote on Jun 5, 2009 1:07 PM:" Countercouple is right. Jefferson City is a ghost town; with nothing but empty houses and boarded up windows. Was that a tumbleweed I saw roll down the street? ". (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)
Retirement for two: Taos couple often seen on tandem bicycle Jun 5, 2009
They have a regular route through downtown Jefferson City, as well as around the Algoa prison site. They have even ridden from their house in Taos to Capital Mall and back. (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)
Ordway, Stuart named Academic All-District Jun 5, 2009
90 (grad), Accounting Vera Neuenswander - INDIANA, Jr., Jefferson City, Mo. 3. (Siusalukis.com)
Sixty-Eight Wildcats Earn Academic All-Big Ten Distinction Jun 4, 2009
Jr. Civil Engineering Jefferson City, Mo. Sr. Psychology Bettendorf, Iowa , Jr. Human Development ological Services Palatine, Ill. (Nusports.com)
Ex-Prosecutor Accused of Misconduct in Missouri Jun 4, 2009
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Lady Jays Medal in Three Events Jun 3, 2009
Competing in the Class 4 ranks, the Lady Jays scored 12 team points to place 18th in the girls standings. "First of all, congratulations to Borgia and all the GAC and Four Rivers teams that represented our area so greatly," said Washington Coach Mike Olszowka. (Missourian Publishing, MO)
Class 3 Athletes Medal in 14 Events Jun 3, 2009
Competing at the MSHSAA track and field championships Friday and Saturday at Lincoln University, area athletes in the Class 3 division earned medals in 14 events by placing in the top eight of their respective competitions. In addition, St. Clair's boys tied for the Class 3 team title with Sikeston, both accumulating 44 points. (Missourian Publishing, MO)
Sylvan Learning Center in Washington Closes Jun 3, 2009
The others were in Columbia and Jefferson City, Mo. and Bentonville and Fayetteville, Ark. (Missourian Publishing, MO)
John D. Hale Band headlines this year's Fulton Street Fair Jun 3, 2009
Other Saturday musical offerings include the KC Street Band on the Callaway Bank Main Stage from 11 a.m. to noon, Bobby Showers, a Jefferson City band featuring modern guitar, on the Auto Owners Stage on 6th Street at noon, Abbey Road, a gospel group featuring Roe Ann Lane Dean, is at the Callaway Bank Main Stage at 1 p.m. They are followed by the Fender Benders at 2 p.m. on the same stage. The Fender Benders feature Mark Sobolik of Fulton. (Fulton Sun, MO)
Bulldogs Win State Crown Jun 3, 2009
The St. Clair Bulldogs finished in a first-place tie in the Class 3 boys team standings during the MSHSAA track and field championships Friday and Saturday at Lincoln University in Jefferson City. One of the highlights was a first- and second-place finish in the 300-meter intermediate hurdles by Richard York, left, and Brett Jones. (Missourian Publishing, MO)
State says 'thank you' to employees Jun 2, 2009
The event was hosted by the Office of Administrations Division of Personnel and co-sponsored by the Jefferson City Area Chamber of Commerce. Article Rating. (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)
From the Fredericktown R-I Board Room (3) Jun 2, 2009
(0) The Fredericktown School Board, along with school boards throughout the state, are keeping their eyes on Jefferson City and the allocation of federal stimulus monies. On February 17, President Obama signed in to law the Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009. (Park Hills Daily Journal, MO)
Mid-Missouri feels the impact of term limits in a big way Jun 2, 2009
The Jefferson City Republican has reached his term limits in the legislature ... Carl Vogel, R-Jefferson City, who faces term-limits ... Kenny Jones, R-Clarksburg, and Jefferson City Area Chamber of Commerce Chairman Harry Otto - are actively campaigning. (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)
Helmig on 'America's Most Wanted' (302) Jun 1, 2009
The show will air locally at 8 p.m. Saturday, on Fox 38 (Mediacom Channel 11 in Jefferson City) ... RiverBill wrote on Jun 1, 2009 12:14 AM:" Dale today sure looked relaxed, confident and competent on the big screen. Was he that way in 1993? I don't know. It wasn't on my radar screen in the 90's.AMW's program is a form of entertainment, but some of the actors were playing roles that were sterotypes of Mayberry Rfd.The actor playing the Missouri Highway Patrol interrogater didn't look like any... (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)
Farmington qualifies for state in 15 events (4) Jun 1, 2009
- Matt King / Daily Journal FARMINGTON The Farmington track and field team will be extremely active this weekend at the Class 3 state meet in Jefferson City, following a strong showing at home last Saturday in sectional competition. Farmington qualified for state in 10 boys events with top-four finishes, including a pair of relay wins, while senior Molly Barnes led an otherwise youthful Knightettes squad by advancing in three events. (Park Hills Daily Journal, MO)
Two more lawsuits filed in sludge case Jun 1, 2009
Named in the suit are Prime Tanning Corp., of Jefferson City, Mo. Prime Tanning Co. Inc., out of Berwick, Maine, National Beef Leathers Co., out of Clayton, Mo. (Cameron Observer, MO)
Trojans' one event places them in second May 31, 2009
Racing fans - there is still a chance to win weekly prizes in the. Jacob Swearingen outdistanced the field by only 16 hundredths of a second to win the 1600m run with Daniel Everett of Westminster hot on his heels. (Park Hills Daily Journal, MO)
Bulldogs Share Class 3 State Title May 31, 2009
Competing Friday and Saturday at the MSHSAA track and field championships at Lincoln University in Jefferson City, St. Clair shared first-place team honors in the Class 3 boys ranks with Sikeston. Both teams scored 44 points. (Missourian Publishing, MO)
Relay for Life looking fantastic as event nears May 31, 2009
Membership is 10 and members help lobby in Jefferson City for laws to protect cancer patients. The program has developed the Smoking Cessation and Breast Health campaigns, Stephanie Hadfield said. (Park Hills Daily Journal, MO)
Vintage police cars cruise into Mid-Missouri May 31, 2009
A vintage police car was among a number of former law enforcement vehicles parked near Bagnell Dam in Lake Ozark on Thursday as they made their way to Jefferson City ... Vehicles will be on display in Jefferson City on Saturday ... The group will hold a free show from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday at the Missouri State Troopers Association, 3217 Elm St. in Jefferson City. (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)
Schools, law enforcement train for dealing with shooters May 30, 2009
Mid-Missouri schools involved in the training in addition to South Callaway included North Callaway, St. Peters Catholic School of Fulton, Kingdom Christian Academy of Fulton, Jefferson City Public Schools, Blair Oaks Schools of Wardsville, Hermann Public Schools, Russellville R-1 Schools, and Eugene R-5 Schools. Law enforcement agencies represented included the Missouri State Highway Patrol, the Callaway County Sheriffs Department, the Cole County Sheriffs Department and several small... (Fulton Sun, MO)
Bair Becomes Bane of Too-Big-to-Fail Banks as Enforcer Geithner Must Trust May 30, 2009
The culture out there is one of being in touch with the people and grassroots, says Fine, whos from Jefferson City, Missouri. A classic overachiever, Bair graduated from a year early and earned a degree in philosophy in three and a half years from the University of Kansas in Lawrence in 1975. (Bloomberg)
State Meet Begins Today May 30, 2009
Competition began this morning with several field events at the Class 3 state track and field meet at Lincoln University in Jefferson City. Potosi seniors Jacob Swearingen (left) and Nick Niggemann are medal contenders in both the 1600 and 3200 races, while local athletes from Farmington, North County, Fredericktown and Ste. (Park Hills Daily Journal, MO)
New Bloomfield board approves new school addition, baseball field, track May 29, 2009
The board also approved the base bid of 173,400, which came from Verslues Construction Co. of Jefferson City, to build a new baseball field near the high school softball field. An alternate bid of 36,500 by Verslues to construct concrete block dugouts for teams also was approved for a total of 209,900. (Fulton Sun, MO)
40-year Milestone: Chronicle of the 1969 Legion Miracle May 29, 2009
But, perhaps, even in late-May 1969, they sensed something special was about to unfold as they prepared to travel to Missouri to open their American Legion baseball campaign at a Memorial Day tournament in Jefferson City ... The 69 Doenges Ford squad, which sported now uniforms, was slated to open its season at noon May 30 in Jefferson City. (Bartlesville Examiner-Enterprise, OK)
State Representative Reflects on Session May 29, 2009
Sutherland picked up his master's degree in public administration from the University of Missouri, a two-year task juggled between the classroom and his duties in Jefferson City. "At some point I have to think what I'm about to do next," Sutherland said. (Missourian Publishing, MO)
A Reunion Sweet May 28, 2009
They went shopping, visited the Arch, went to a Cardinals game, and to Columbia and Jefferson City. The Kozos were amazed at the size of everything in America - the portions of food, the yards, cars and the streets; city byways are like autobahns in Germany, Emmerich said. (Missourian Publishing, MO)
Mo. housing commission OKs new home aid program May 28, 2009
housing commission OKs new home aid program Wednesday, May 27, 2009 JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (AP) A state housing board is offering aid to people who buy foreclosed homes in distressed neighborhoods. (Park Hills Daily Journal, MO)
Mike Anderson To Help With USA... May 28, 2009
Missouri Basketball was honored in Jefferson City on Tuesday and ate dinner in the Governor's Mansion. 04/13/2009 - M. Basketball. (Mutigers.com)
Hornets tennis team falls in sectional play May 28, 2009
Westminster (14-2) had advanced with a 5-0 win over Jefferson City Helias (11-6) in Saturdays other sectional match. Even though the Hornets season as a team is over, Baker and senior Webb Sobolik will compete in doubles play at the state championships that start Friday in Springfield. (Fulton Sun, MO)
Brennan takes seventh in shot put May 27, 2009
Published: Tuesday, May 26, 2009 2:12 PM CDT JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. Clark County senior Michael Brennan finished seventh in the shot put at the MSHSAA Class 2 Track and Field Championships Saturday at Dwight T. Reed Stadium. (Keokuk Daily Gate City, IO)
York Leads Class 3 Athletes to State May 27, 2009
The top four finishers in each sectional event advanced to the state meet, which takes place Friday and Saturday at Lincoln University in Jefferson City beginning at 11 a.m.. Marshfield Sectional. (Missourian Publishing, MO)
The Race For State May 25, 2009
Athletes from 30 high schools gathered in Farmington for the Class 3, Sectional 1 track and field meet on Saturday with the top four finishers in each event qualifying for the state meet in Jefferson City. Potosi junior Brandon Bourbon edged Andrew Huhman (right) of Farmington and Ismail Johnson of Sikeston to win the 200, and will compete in four events next weekend at Reed Stadium. (Park Hills Daily Journal, MO)
