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The 5th annual party was hosted by the Arkansas Children's Hospital auxiliary which is made up of 450 women in Pulaski Co. The event featured a silent auction and delicious finger foods from local restaurants and eateries. Live music was provided by Josh Green. All proceeds benefit the Arkansas Children's Hospital and their Research Institute.
The cause for a large structure fire Thursday evening in Jefferson City is being investigated by the Jefferson City Fire Department and the State Fire Marshal's Office.
JCFD Spokesman Jason Turner said the fire occurred at C&W Harrison and Daughters Insulation, a roofing and guttering business, in the 700 block of East High Street. Turner added the owner said the business was opened in 1988.
The fire was reported just before 4:30 p.m. with heavy fire and smoke coming from the front of the structure.
"The first firefighters on the scene attempted to attack the fire through the front of the building, but the fire was overwhelming so they went to a defensive attack," Turner said.
Extra fire personnel were called in to fight the fire and also man fire stations. Two aerial trucks aided firefighters on the ground as they battled the flames and smoke, which could be seen for several blocks in the downtown area.
"It took us about an hour and a half to bring the fire under control," Turner said.
Crews stayed at the scene throughout Thursday evening to make sure hot spots did not flare up.
No injuries were reported, and Turner said two homes that sit on either side of the business did not appear to be damaged from the fire.
"It looks like this will be a total loss, and it will take time to find a point of origin with the amount of damage that we have here," Turner said. "Being able to go through the structure in the daylight on Friday will help."
The News Tribune will add updates to this story as the situation develops.