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Jefferson County, MO

Ulta Beauty coming to Crystal City

The City of Crystal City announced that Ulta Beauty is coming to the city.

Sep 21, 2026 Read

Jefferson County, MO

First Fridays at Turtle Cove runs until 8 p.m. with food trucks and DJ

First Fridays at Turtle Cove in Festus was set to run until 8 p.m. Friday, with food vendors The Hangry Hub, The Wandering Bean, …

Sep 21, 2026 Read

Jefferson County, MO

Festus High cross country meet closes Crites Park to vehicles

A large Festus High School cross country meet is being held today at Crites Park, and the park is closed to all vehicle traffic, …

Sep 21, 2026 Read

Jefferson County, MO

Mayor’s Fall Car Show & Cruise underway downtown Festus through 8 p.m.

The Mayor’s Fall Car Show & Cruise is underway downtown Festus, with food trucks and a DJ from 2 to 8 p.m., the City …

Sep 21, 2026 Read

Jefferson County, MO

Jefferson County Parks marks 12th Annual Big River Run

Jefferson County Department of Parks and Recreation said the 12th Annual Big River Run has concluded, thanking participants and sponsors who supported the event. …

Sep 21, 2026 Read

Jefferson County, MO

Festus sets Oct. 3 Trash & Treasure Expo; vendor signup open through Sept. 30

The City of Festus said vendor registration for the West City Trash & Treasure Expo continues through Wednesday, Sept. 30. The expo is scheduled …

Sep 21, 2026 Read

Jefferson County, MO

Festus City Hall, Public Works and police offices closed after internet outage

The City of Festus says City Hall, Public Works and the Police Department have no internet service and offices will remain closed until service …

Sep 21, 2026 Read

Jefferson County, MO

Jefferson County Parks offers year-round taekwondo classes in Hillsboro and High Ridge

Jefferson County Parks and Recreation is offering year-round taekwondo classes for multiple age groups in Hillsboro and High Ridge.Classes meet Tuesdays at Hillsboro United …

Sep 21, 2026 Read

Jefferson County, MO

Festus tennis player Ava Karr named Brick Student Athlete of the Week

The Brick Bistro & Brew named Festus High School junior Ava Karr, a member of the girls tennis team, as its Student Athlete of …

Sep 21, 2026 Read

Jefferson County, MO

Hillsboro Records 0.146 Inches of Rain on Friday

Hillsboro recorded 0.146 inches of rain on Friday, September 11, according to the latest daily weather observation.The total represents measurable rainfall for the 24-hour …

Sep 12, 2026 Read

Jefferson County, MO

7-Day Outlook: Best Rain Chance Arrives Thursday in Hillsboro

Hillsboro, Missouri — The next seven days bring highs ranging from 82°F to 92°F, lows from 65°F to 74°F, rain chances focused on Wednesday …

Sep 11, 2026 Read

Jefferson County, MO

7-Day Outlook: Today Brings Hillsboro's Best Storm Chance

Hillsboro, Missouri — The next seven days bring highs ranging from 79°F to 92°F, lows from 62°F to 70°F, rain chances focused on Today …

Sep 10, 2026 Read

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