Stories by Jordan Thornsberry

22nd Annual Bittersweet Garden Tour showcases elaborate creations Unique flowers and shrubs, beautiful landscaping and a fun community atmosphere are what attendees can expect at the Bittersweet Garden Club's 22nd annual Bittersweet Garden Tour.The garden tour w... June 19, 2022

Bikers to pay it forward after ride Riding Ultimate Scenic Highways (R.U.S.H.) will be giving back to the Jefferson City community Monday with some volunteer work. The group of 78 motorcyclists will meet at 4:15 p.m. Monday at Building ... June 18, 2022

Binder Park to host first adventure challenge Gear up. Binder Park is introducing its first multi-discipline adventure challenge.The challenge will start with a 2.8-mile run, followed by a 7-mile mountain bike ride through Binder Park's singl... June 16, 2022

Orchestra’s performance moved due to heat advisory The temperatures this week are expected to crescendo, so area musicians will be marching their night of instrumental fun to a location with air conditioning.The Lake Area Community Orchestra has moved... June 14, 2022

Mid-Missouri #LiveWeddingPainter captures weddings in a unique way Thin brushstrokes loaded with pastels and smooth acrylic paint hit the canvas as newlyweds and guests dance and spin behind the easel.The music is loud, the lights are flashing and people are laughing... June 12, 2022

Area residents competing for Miss Missouri crown With elegant dresses and dazzling jewelry, teens and young adults from all across the state are converging on downtown Mexico, Missouri, to compete for the Miss Missouri crown. Three women from the ar... June 10, 2022

Yarn bombing will bring vibrant street art to Memorial Park The collection of colorful and one-of-a-kind woven yarn creations suggests yarn bombing is finally coming to Jefferson City.From Friday through June 24, Memorial Park will be infused with many forms o... June 9, 2022

KidsFest back at Riverside Park this weekend KidsFest and Bass Pro Shops Outdoor Days is kicking off summer with a lively day full of games and activities.The annual event is on tap from 10 a.m.- 2 p.m. Saturday at Ellis-Porter Riverside Park, 3... June 2, 2022

Father, son directing duo brings comedy to Scene One After years of preparation and setbacks due to the pandemic, Scene One Theatre is finally taking the comedic play "Last of the Red Hot Lovers" to the stage.Performances will take place at 7:... May 5, 2022

Famous whodunit drama tackles race relations Capital City Productions is putting on a show of mishap, mystery and murder."In the Heat of the Night," a play based on John Ball's award-winning novel, is part of CCP's Spotz! on th... May 5, 2022