Mark Schreiber, a longtime Missouri Department of Corrections employee turned penitentiary historian and author, will forever be connected with the Missouri State Penitentiary (MSP). Mark was hired at MSP as a corrections officer in 1968 and retired as the deputy warden in 2010. From 1989 to 2004…
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It's that special time of year: sparkling lights, cozy beverages, and fun family activities. Surround yourself with the magic of the season with these holiday events in JCMO. Mayor's Tree Lighting - December 5 Rotary Centennial Park | 102 Bolivar St. Join JC Parks for entertainment…
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Are you feeling a more untraditional Thanksgiving this year, or do you need a backup plan after the turkey backfired? We’ve got you covered with a list of JCMO restaurants open on Thanksgiving Day or offering catering for your group. This list will be updated as more information becomes available…
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'Tis the season for hot cocoa, snuggling by the fireplace, and holiday shopping! Are you looking for the perfect gift to give your loved one this year? Make it easy on yourself and print off the shopping list we already created, and checked twice, for you. Shower your favorite people with local…
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Sip 'n Shop Mark your calendars for November 2, when Sip 'n Shop returns to Downtown Jefferson City from 3:00 to 7:00 PM. This one-of-a-kind Downtown JCMO event blends shopping with sipping, making it the perfect way to enjoy a fall afternoon in the heart of the capital city. Make it a girls’…
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If you’re anything like us, nothing caps off a delicious meal or a long workday like a sweet treat. JCMO hosts a variety of options to satisfy your sweet tooth, whether you’re a cake person, an ice cream lover, or a person who needs a lil cookie as a pick-me-up. Ice Cream Factory Serving up…
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It’s time to get spooooky and there are many fun events this week in JCMO! Gather the kids in their best kooky costumes and snag their largest candy buckets for a hauntingly good time this Halloween. Costumes are encouraged for all events! Know of events not mentioned below? Let us know! First…
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Located in the lower lot of the Missouri State Penitentiary (MSP) sits an overgrown pavilion, overlooking a parking lot filled with the state vehicle fleet. Look closer, and you will see remnants of rusting gym equipment and a basketball court which, together with the pavilion that once served as…
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There are few things better than a good cup of coffee in hand. It’s a boost of motivation on sluggish mornings, helps us power through to Friday, and is a good companion to your favorite book. Whether your taste buds crave a full-flavored latte or a dark-roasted cup of black coffee, Jefferson City…
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You don’t know what tough is until you get behind the walls of that prison.” That’s one of the ways Bill Green describes his experience working as a correctional officer at the Missouri State Penitentiary (MSP). Bill was on the job for less than 10 days when he witnessed his first stabbing. “We’ve…
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