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Jefferson City, Missouri

Missouri's capital city on the Missouri River, Jefferson City is named for Thomas Jefferson and serves as the seat of state government. An EF3 tornado struck the city in 2019, causing major damage but remarkably no fatalities.
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Founded 1821 | Population 43,000 | Peak 43,000 (2024) | County Cole County

Top 10 Most Important Events for Jefferson City, Missouri

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1821Capital: MO capital.
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1839Incorporated: Jefferson City was officially incorporated as a city.
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2019Natural Disaster: Jefferson City was impacted by a significant tornado.
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2020Modern Growth: Jefferson City continued to grow as part of its metropolitan area.
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Complete Historical Timeline

1821 Government
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1839 Government
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Did You Know?

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MO state capital.
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Thomas Jefferson.
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EF3 tornado 2019.
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Jefferson City is located in Cole County, Missouri.
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Jefferson City was founded in 1821.

Famous People from Jefferson City, Missouri

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Jack Kilby
Photographer, Engineer · Born Nov 8, 1923 · Died Jun 20, 2005 (age 81)
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Cedric the Entertainer
Screenwriter, Voice Actor · Born Apr 24, 1964 · Age 61
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Christian Cantwell
Athletics Competitor · Born Sep 30, 1980 · Age 45
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Charlie Weber
Actor, Voice Actor · Born Sep 20, 1978 · Age 47
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Maya Moore
Basketball Player · Born Jun 11, 1989 · Age 36
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