Cole County.
county in Missouri, United States
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What's happening
Active this week
Earlier this month
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Erin Vernon filed a lawsuit against Missouri Secretary of State Denny Hoskins in Cole County.Some support3 reports
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Crystal City filed a lawsuit in Cole County, seeking an injunction from Daniel Green, with Catherine Hanaway being served.Some support1 report
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The city of Jefferson City, located in Cole County, is facing budget decisions, including a proposal to triple child care funding, driven by the mayor's leadership.Some support1 report
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A commission in Cole County approved a contract valued at $23,500 with Huber & Associates.Some support1 report
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Cole County judge Daniel Green is deciding on a constitutional amendment, following arguments against Denny Hoskins' refusal to place the measure on the ballot.Well supported11 reports1 development inside
One to three months ago
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A Cole County judge issued a ruling related to the constitutional amendment controversy involving Denny Hoskins.Some support3 reports
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Judge Daniel Green is operating in Cole County, where he hears cases related to measures blocked by Denny Hoskins.Well supported29 reports1 development inside
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Voters in Cole County, Missouri, will decide on state issues on August 6, 2026.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Trump urged Governor Kehoe to call a special session regarding issues in Cole County, Missouri.Some support1 report
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The Sheriff is managing law enforcement operations within Cole County.Some support2 reports
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The Federal Home Loan Bank of Des Moines, based in Cole County, is providing grants for park development while Kris Williams serves as President and CEO.Well supported4 reports
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Mike Bernskoetter, Paul Dupuis, and Dave Griffith are seeking various political offices in Cole County, including state Senate, presiding commissioner, and Cole County clerk.Some support6 reports1 development inside
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Cole County is located within Missouri, and the Western District is a court in the state.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Jay Moore was elected county auditor in Cole County, Missouri.Some support1 report
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Donald Trump endorsed Brattin in Boone County, while Emanuel Cleaver faced a challenge in the Independence district.Some support1 report
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Dave Griffith wins the Cole County clerk seat, while also representing Jefferson City in the Missouri House.Some support2 reports
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Voters in Cole County renewed a similar tax on July 28, 2026.Some support1 report
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Cole County projects are addressing high-water issues at Binder Lake, which has been declared impaired by a state agency, with work funded by ARPA.Some support1 report
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Power outages due to storms affecting Ameren's service area in Mid-Missouri, specifically impacting Cole County.Some support2 reports
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The highest turnover rate is currently being observed in the central region, affecting the healthcare sector.Some support1 report
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Severe thunderstorms in Osage City rendered the city impassable, leading to a spike in 911 calls.Some support2 reports
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Osage City, a small community in Cole County, is facing flood concerns due to the high water levels of the Osage River.Some support1 report
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A statue in Cole County serves as a reminder of Missouri's past.Some support1 report
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Megan Green filed a lawsuit in Cole County, with the case heard by Judge Daniel Green in St. Louis, Missouri.Some support1 report
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Cole County is developing a GIS platform for damage assessment and recovery planning.Some support1 report
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Around Cole County this week
News at the entities that move Cole County most-
Missouri StructuralKash Patel is confirmed as the FBI Director, while former deputy director Andrew Bailey returns to Missouri.Moves Cole County
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Jefferson City StructuralLandcare, a company, announced its expansion, covering cities including Kingdom City, Jefferson City, and Mexico.Moves Cole County
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supreme court TransactionalGyanesh Kumar's orders related to the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) procedure in West Bengal were challenged in the Supreme Court.Moves Cole County
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Denny Hoskins StructuralKavanaugh directed Hoskins to file responses and Clark issued an order regarding the Missouri map, amid Trump's push for a Republican-favored map.Moves Cole County
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Ameren Missouri StructuralAmazon Web Services is establishing a new data center campus in Missouri, alongside agreements made regarding energy and utility costs with Ameren.Moves Cole County
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Boone County OperationalA resident who is involved in the current situation lives in Boone County.Moves Cole County
Connections
The 36 strongest of 100, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
Missouri Structural
Cole County is a governmental jurisdiction located within Missouri and is legally subject to its state laws and tax provisions.
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Daniel Green Structural
Daniel Green serves as a judge whose professional duties and jurisdiction are located within Cole County.
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Dave Griffith Structural
Dave Griffith was elected to serve as the Clerk for Cole County.
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Jefferson City Structural
Jefferson City serves as the official county seat of Cole County, leading to shared governance and fiscal coordination.
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Ron Fitzwater Structural
Ron Fitzwater serves as the elected Mayor of Cole County, holding a formal leadership role over the entity.
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Denny Hoskins Structural
Denny Hoskins performs official duties and faces legal challenges within the jurisdiction of Cole County.
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Jay Moore Structural
Jay Moore holds the office of county auditor within the governmental structure of Cole County.
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supreme court Transactional
The Supreme Court exercised its ultimate judicial authority by reversing a decision originating from the Cole County judicial system.
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Sheriff Structural
The Sheriff operates within Cole County to manage county law enforcement.
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Walker Structural
Walker serves as an incumbent judge within the governmental structure of Cole County.
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Ameren Missouri Structural
Ameren provides essential power services required for the continued operation of Cole County.
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Richard Von Glahn Transactional
Richard Von Glahn filed a lawsuit in Cole County Circuit Court challenging map implementation.
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Boone County Operational
Boone County is engaged in a formal judicial challenge against a judge in Cole County.
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Crystal City Transactional
Crystal City initiated a lawsuit against Cole County.
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Green Structural
Individual Green serves as the Cole County Judge, holding a functional office within the county's governmental structure.
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La Strada Transactional
La Strada initiated legal proceedings by filing a lawsuit in the jurisdiction of Cole County.
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Binder Lake Shared context
Cole County holds functional jurisdiction over Binder Lake, whose condition is impacted by county projects and external impairment declarations.
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Donald Trump Shared context
Trump advocated for political boundary changes that would affect the jurisdiction and political landscape of Cole County.
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Catherine Hanaway Structural
Catherine Hanaway is involved in legal appeals concerning gerrymandering rulings affecting the political boundaries of Cole County.
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Megan Green Transactional
Megan Green filed a lawsuit within Cole County.
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ARPA Transactional
Cole County participated in projects that were funded by ARPA.
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Lincoln University Structural
Lincoln University tailors its educational programs to meet the labor market demands of Cole County.
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Osage City Shared context
Osage City is a community geographically located within the administrative boundaries of Cole County.
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Ameren Shared context
Ameren operates within the service area of Cole County, impacting its residents through service disruptions.
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Emanuel Cleaver Shared context
Emanuel Cleaver's political district is situated within Cole County and is subject to redistricting changes.
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Columbia Shared context
The two locations are documented as being within the larger geographic and political context of Missouri.
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Boone County Shared context
Both Boone County and Cole County are located within the 5th Congressional District.
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Erin Vernon Shared context
Erin Vernon filed a lawsuit within the jurisdiction of Cole County.
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Paul Dupuis Shared context
Paul Dupuis is a candidate running in the political context of Cole County.
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Mike Bernskoetter Shared context
Mike Bernskoetter is a political candidate and commissioner operating within Cole County.
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Mid-Missouri Operational
The population base of Mid-Missouri provides labor and resources to assist with road clearing operations in Cole County.
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Daniel Green Shared context
Daniel Green serves as a judge whose professional function is exercised within the jurisdiction of Cole County.
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Paul Dupuis Shared context
Paul Dupuis is contesting for a presiding commissioner role within Cole County.
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Charles Shared context
Charles is seeking office as an independent candidate within Cole County.
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house of representatives Shared context
The House of Representatives operates within the jurisdiction of Cole County, representing its constituents.
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Peters Mentioned together
No evidence was provided linking Peters and Cole County.
History
Events by the month they beganSeptember 2026
5 events- Jefferson City is the county seat of Cole County.
- Erin Vernon filed a lawsuit against Missouri Secretary of State Denny Hoskins in Cole County.
- Crystal City filed a lawsuit in Cole County, seeking an injunction from Daniel Green, with Catherine Hanaway being served.
- The city of Jefferson City, located in Cole County, is facing budget decisions, including a proposal to triple child care funding, driven by the mayor's leadership.
- A commission in Cole County approved a contract valued at $23,500 with Huber & Associates.
August 2026
9 events- Cole County judge Daniel Green is deciding on a constitutional amendment, following arguments against Denny Hoskins' refusal to place the measure on the ballot.
- A Cole County judge issued a ruling related to the constitutional amendment controversy involving Denny Hoskins.
- Judge Daniel Green is operating in Cole County, where he hears cases related to measures blocked by Denny Hoskins.
- Voters in Cole County, Missouri, will decide on state issues on August 6, 2026.
- Trump urged Governor Kehoe to call a special session regarding issues in Cole County, Missouri.
- The Sheriff is managing law enforcement operations within Cole County.
- Jay Moore was elected county auditor in Cole County, Missouri.
- Donald Trump endorsed Brattin in Boone County, while Emanuel Cleaver faced a challenge in the Independence district.
- Dave Griffith wins the Cole County clerk seat, while also representing Jefferson City in the Missouri House.
July 2026
8 events- Jefferson City and Cole County are combining tax revenues to fund necessary infrastructure projects, with Mayor Ron Fitzwater advocating for the funding.
- The Federal Home Loan Bank of Des Moines, based in Cole County, is providing grants for park development while Kris Williams serves as President and CEO.
- Voters in Cole County renewed a similar tax on July 28, 2026.
- Cole County projects are addressing high-water issues at Binder Lake, which has been declared impaired by a state agency, with work funded by ARPA.
- Power outages due to storms affecting Ameren's service area in Mid-Missouri, specifically impacting Cole County.
- The highest turnover rate is currently being observed in the central region, affecting the healthcare sector.
- Severe thunderstorms in Osage City rendered the city impassable, leading to a spike in 911 calls.
- Osage City, a small community in Cole County, is facing flood concerns due to the high water levels of the Osage River.
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June 2026
5 events- Mike Bernskoetter, Paul Dupuis, and Dave Griffith are seeking various political offices in Cole County, including state Senate, presiding commissioner, and Cole County clerk.
- Cole County is located within Missouri, and the Western District is a court in the state.
- A statue in Cole County serves as a reminder of Missouri's past.
- Megan Green filed a lawsuit in Cole County, with the case heard by Judge Daniel Green in St. Louis, Missouri.
- Cole County is developing a GIS platform for damage assessment and recovery planning.