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Judges named in Buescher case
Judges Lisa White Hardwick, Gary D. Witt and Presiding Judge Mark D. Pfeiffer will hear Jefferson City's case against Barbara J. Buescher when the Missouri Court of Appeals for Western Missouri convenes at 1 p.m. April 5 at William Woods College in Fulton, the court announced Monday.
Feb. 28 2017 @ 10:58pm
Chamber, city, county officials delve deep into economic development
The 14 individuals elected to lead Jefferson City and Cole County government and the hierarchy of the Jefferson City Area Chamber of Commerce gathered at City Hall Monday night in what was billed as the first-ever work session dedicated to the Chamber's annual economic development report.
Feb. 27 2017 @ 11:13pm
CVB puts spotlight on its plans for solar eclipse
The Jefferson City Convention and Visitors Bureau (CVB) will host an initial public information meeting Thursday to begin the process of generating interest, enthusiasm and support for the Aug. 21 full solar eclipse which, CVB officials suggest, could attract 50,000 people to the Capital City.
Feb. 27 2017 @ 11:03pm
Jobs, infrastructure hot topics for Council candidates
After talking with potential voters, creating more and better jobs and improving infrastructure were identified as key issues brought before the handful of candidates seeking two Jefferson City Council seats on the April 4 ballot.
Feb. 26 2017 @ 1:14am
Talk of lofts in old shoe factory continues
Just keep an open mind about a $13 million project to convert a 110-year-old landmark into 75 apartments using low income and historic tax credits, one of the co-owners of the developer urged about 40 East Side residents Friday.
Feb. 24 2017 @ 10:52pm
Oak Hills operator receives outstanding employee award
Bryan Braun, lifelong lover of golf and golf courses, doesn't get his hands around his clubs much these days, even though he is on a course virtually all day, every day.
Feb. 24 2017 @ 10:37pm
Panel authorizes architects to continue fire station plans
The Public Safety Committee of the Jefferson City Council on Thursday authorized Architects Alliance of Jefferson City and Williams Spurgeon Kuhl & Freshnock (WSKF) Architects of North Kansas City to continue planning for a new Fire Station No. 2, including appraising potential new sites.
Feb. 23 2017 @ 10:16pm
Public Works: Stormwater system needs total overhaul
Through a mix of words, pictures and numbers, Public Works Director Matt Morasch explained just how much in need of a total overhaul the municipal stormwater system really is Thursday at the City Council's Public Works and Planning Committee.
Feb. 23 2017 @ 10:09pm
Appeals court to hear Buescher case in Fulton
Oral arguments before the Missouri Court of Appeals in the highly publicized case of property owner Barbara Buescher vs. Jefferson City are scheduled for April 5 in the mock courtroom at the Legal Studies Department at William Woods University in Fulton, the News Tribune learned Wednesday.
Feb. 22 2017 @ 10:24pm
Housing authority expands Capitol Avenue priority list
Three more properties have been added to the list of five priority parcels for early rehabilitation in the East Capitol Avenue Urban Renewal area as inquiries from potential buyers begin to grow.
Feb. 21 2017 @ 11:04pm
Jefferson City Council OKs Puri hotel plan
Encouraged by a cast of civic and commercial leaders testifying on its behalf, the Puri Group Enterprises Hospitality Inc. (PGE)'s Truman Hotel Urban Renewal Plan won the unanimous support of the Jefferson City Council Monday night.
Feb. 20 2017 @ 11:16pm
Uber bill warms up at Council
Although there had been a tease about a vote Monday night, the so-called Uber bill received only a thorough analysis from a city attorney in its first night on a Jefferson City Council agenda.
Feb. 20 2017 @ 11:09pm
Greenway trail extension nearing completion
A highly-anticipated link in the Jefferson City Greenway System is within 750 feet of completion.
Feb. 19 2017 @ 3:10am
Plans progress for Missouri Blvd. sidewalk work
Actual construction may be months or even a year away, but the multiple governmental entities involved have tweaked a $348,205 sidewalk improvement project on four blocks of Missouri Boulevard, which are among the most heavily traveled in Jefferson City.
Feb. 19 2017 @ 3:00am
Longtime Jefferson City resident named to Greitens' administration
Gov. Eric Greitens has tapped Harry Otto, one of Jefferson City's most well-known civic and business leaders, for the crucial slot as director of legislative affairs at the Missouri Department of Economic Development (DED).
Feb. 19 2017 @ 2:10am
Summer camp registration at record high
Registrations for the Jefferson City Parks, Recreation and Forestry Department's summer day camps opened this week with revenues almost double the previous record highs.
Feb. 17 2017 @ 8:10pm
Parks board endorses proposal on bike-walk trail
The proposed Capital Area Pedestrian and Bicycle Plan won the support of the Jefferson City Parks, Recreation and Forestry Department's Board of Commissioners at its meeting this week.
Feb. 15 2017 @ 10:57pm
City revives internship program
College students keen to learn about municipal government are encouraged to apply for Jefferson City's summer internship program, Director of Human Resources Gail Strope said Wednesday.
Feb. 15 2017 @ 10:56pm
Breaking in the new Wellness Center
A new brand and new name for the new home. A new schedule of member fees. A new quartet of tennis courts. A new plan for bikers and walkers.
Feb. 14 2017 @ 11:23pm
HALO to receive center, 2 acres for shelter
The HALO Foundation, a nonprofit organization that operates a local shelter for homeless youth, will receive title to the former Rickman Conference Center and retreat facility and the more than 2 acres around it through a lot frontage variance approved Tuesday morning by the Jefferson City Board of Adjustment.
Feb. 14 2017 @ 11:16pm