Tuesday is Election Day. What’s on the ballot?
In Mid-Missouri, voters in just a few areas will see issues on their ballots. Each issue is a question about whether to keep or raise…
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Jefferson City Parks Department looking to expand Washington and Ellis-Porter Park
The Jefferson City Department of Parks & Recreation & Forestry is looking to reshape Washington Park and the Botanical Gardens at Elis-Porter…
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Jefferson City Council votes to demolish four dilapidated buildings
The city is looking to demolish properties at 410 E. Hess Way, 320 E. Miller St., 417 E. Capitol Ave. and 528 E. Capitol Ave/202 Marshall…
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Jefferson City to hold open house about proposed ward redistricting plan
Jefferson City is set to host an open house where citizens are being encouraged to provide comment on the proposed options for ward redistricting.…
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Jefferson City hosting open houses to discuss ward redistricting plan
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (KMIZ) The Jefferson City Council is developing a ward-redistricting plan after the recent census. Officials have proposed…
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Lawmakers, witnesses say Biden’s vaccine plan will harm industry
The Missouri House Judiciary Committee heard testimony Wednesday from witnesses representing prominent industries who lamented the harm they say…
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Two area governments looking for public comment on how to spend CARES Act funding
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) Two area governments have begun looking at how to use CARES Act money for community needs. Jefferson City leaders are planning…
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Jefferson City mayor wants Cole County residents to get vaccinated amidst state hot spot advisory
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (KMIZ) Jefferson City Mayor Carrie Tergin is pleading for Cole County residents to get vaccinated after the Missouri Department…
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Multiple bills passed by lawmakers now waiting to be signed by Governor Parson
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) This week, the Missouri legislature passed multiple bills which are now waiting for further action from Governor Parson. Senate…
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Jefferson City council member announces run for mayor in 2023
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (KMIZ) Jefferson City Councilman Ron Fitzwater announced Saturday he plans to run for mayor in 2023. Fitzwater is the Chief…
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ELECTION NIGHT UPDATES: Boone County results final; Sasser, Snodgrass, Waner, Peters win
Check back here for updates throughout the night.…
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2 Jefferson City Council members keep their seats in re-election
The economy and public safety are two of the issues candidates are emphasizing in four contested Jefferson City Council…
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Missouri governor said an increase in vaccine supply is allowing for several clinics across the state
Gov. Mike Parson is set to give a coronavirus briefing Thursday at 3:30…
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Senate committee hears testimony on bill to limit local health order power
The Senate rejected a similar proposal on an initial vote last week. Nine Republicans and 10 Democrats voted against that proposal.…
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Missouri governor announces activation of next coronavirus vaccination phase
Gov. Mike Parson announced Missourians in Phase 2 of the state vaccination plan will become eligible to receive the vaccine on March 29.…
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Multiple candidates vying for Jefferson City 4th Ward seat
Three candidates have thrown their hats in the ring for an open Jefferson City Council…
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Capitol Avenue blocked, law enforcement patrol ahead of inauguration
Security at Missouri’s capitol building is on alert ahead of inauguration events in Washington D.C.…
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Former Jefferson City firefighter announces run for Jefferson City 3rd Ward Council
Jefferson City, Mo. (KMIZ) A former Jefferson City firefighter has announced his run for the Jefferson City 3rd Ward Council vacant seat. Scott…
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Candidates file petitions to fill open Jefferson City council seats
In Jefferson City, several people filed petitions to run in the election — including two candidates hoping to fill open city council…
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Jefferson City Police Department won’t receive body cams until 2022
Jefferson City’s Public Safety Committee met Tuesday to talk about progress toward equipping officers with the cameras and new radios.…
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