The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency announced the winners of two school bus rebate opportunities which include the 2021 American Rescue Plan (ARP) Electric School Bus Rebates, and the 2021 Diesel Emissions Reduction Act (DERA) School Bus Rebates. The $7 million in ARP funding is directed toward school districts in underserved communities to replace old diesel […]
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NCMC one of seven universities receiving Nursing Education Incentive Program grant
The Missouri State Board of Nursing recently announced the award of substantial nursing education program grants to seven Missouri universities and colleges. The Nursing Education Incentive Program grants were established in 2011 in order to increase the physical and educational capacity of professional nursing programs in Missouri. The funding, through legislative appropriations, comes from the […]
THS senior ties for second place in Annual Regional High School Art Exhibition
Trenton High School Principal Kasey Bailey reports a THS senior recently tied for second place in the category of mixed media in a regional high school art exhibition. Shay Westerhof’s work is part of the Annual Regional High School Exhibition at the Albrecht-Kemper Museum of Art in Saint Joseph. Entry into the exhibition is by […]
North Central Missouri College Foundation Scholarship application deadline is April 1
North Central Missouri College Foundation announces scholarship application deadline of 4:30 pm on April 1st for the 2022-2023 academic year. The 2022-2023 NCMC Foundation scholarship application can be found on the NCMC website at www.ncmissouri.edu/foundation/. All students planning to attend NCMC in the fall as a full-time student are strongly encouraged to apply. “One application […]
Missourians can now apply for mortgage assistance via federal COVID-relief funds
(Missouri Independent) – Missourians who experienced financial hardship during the COVID-19 pandemic and are struggling to pay their mortgage can now apply for help through the State Assistance for Housing Relief (SAFHR) program. Starting March 1, the federally-funded SAFHR for Homeowners program will begin to provide nearly $140 million in assistance to homeowners to pay past-due mortgage […]
Missouri receives $42.2 million federal grant through the NTIA’s Broadband Infrastructure Program
The Department of Economic Development (DED) announced today that Missouri has been awarded a $42.2 million grant from the U.S. Department of Commerce’s National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) for broadband expansion. The funds received through the NTIA’s Broadband Infrastructure Program will be used for projects benefiting more than 13,000 households in 12 Missouri counties: […]
Youth Turkey Calling Contest and Outdoor Expo set for March 26
A district supervisor with the Missouri Department of Conservation will speak at the Princeton Rotary Youth Turkey Calling Contest and Outdoor Expo. Scott Roy with the Community and Private Land Conservation Unit of the Northwest Region of MDC will be at the Princeton Elementary School on March 26, 2022, at 9 am. He will discuss […]
Missouri Agricultural and Small Business Development Authority opens grant opportunities for Missouri producers
The Missouri Agricultural and Small Business Development Authority (MASBDA) announces the opening of two funding opportunities, while also announcing recipients of the most recent grant cycle. MASBDA is accepting applications for two programs that add value to Missouri agricultural products and aid the economy of a rural community. The Missouri Value-Added Agriculture Grant can be used for […]
Chillicothe City Council to meet on Monday
The Chillicothe City Council next week will discuss an ordinance that would approve the Missouri Firefighters Cancer Award Program. The council will meet in the Chillicothe Municipal Utilities meeting room on February 28, 2022, at 5:30 pm. The agenda also includes annual service reports from the University of Missouri Extension Center, Chillicothe Area Chamber of Commerce, […]
Audio: Multiple events, including opening of campground, taking place at Crowder State Park
Multiple events will be held at Crowder State Park west of Trenton during the month of March. Park Superintendent Anna Persell says there will be two hikes. A Saint Patrick’s Day Scavenger Hunt will start at the Shelter 3 parking lot on March 17th at 4 o’clock, and the hunt will be on […]
Mid-America Music Festival organizers announce weekend lineup of entertainment
Mid-America Music Festival organizers have announced the weekend lineup, which features 12 country music artists. Celebrating its fifth year, the festival will be held Friday through Sunday, August. 5 through August 7, 2022, at the Black Silo Winery in Trenton. Headlining Friday, Aug. 5 is country music artist, Lauren Alaina. Alaina was recently inducted as […]
Major Michael Turner transfers to Field Operations Bureau in Jefferson City
Major Michael A. Turner, bureau commander for the Support Services Bureau, will transfer to the Field Operations Bureau, General Headquarters, Jefferson City, MO. As bureau commander for Field Operations, Major Turner will have direct oversight responsibilities for all nine troops, Aircraft Division, and Water Patrol Division. He will continue serving as a member of the […]
North Central Missouri College scholarship recipients recognized at reception
The 2021-2022 North Central Missouri College Scholarship Reception was held on Wednesday, February 16th, in the Jeanette Hoffman Robison Auditorium at the Ketcham Community Center. Over 260 students were recognized for receiving an NCMC Foundation, Athletic, SSS, or other institutional scholarships. The North Central Missouri College Foundation hosts this annual event. Phyllis Jackson, NCMC Foundation […]
EPA announces availability of $20 million to reduce lead in drinking water
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency announced $20 million in available grant funding to assist communities and schools with removing sources of lead in drinking water. This grant funding, and additional funding through the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, will help make rapid progress on the goal of addressing lead and removing lead pipes across the country. “A […]
North Central Missouri College Board of Trustees hear reports, work continues on former US Bank building
Multiple reports were given at the North Central Missouri College Board of Trustees meeting February 22nd. Vice President of Student Affairs Doctor Kristen Alley reported NCMC’s graduation rate is 42%, and the withdrawal rate is 39%. NCMC is the only community college in the state to have a higher graduation rate than a withdrawal rate. […]
Wright Memorial Hospital Foundation seeking donations for charity auction
The Wright Memorial Hospital Foundation will be hosting their second annual virtual charity auction, with proceeds going to support the Oncology Nurse Navigator Program, as well as the Foundation’s general fund, which supports Wright Memorial Hospital in a variety of ways. The event is scheduled to take place from May 4 through May 16, with […]
Wright Memorial Hospital Auxiliary now accepting applications for 2022 scholarships
The Wright Memorial Hospital Auxiliary is pleased to announce the continuation of the scholarship program for area residents. Students already enrolled in or admitted to a degree program in a health care field are eligible for the scholarship. The Wright Memorial Hospital Auxiliary Scholarship Fund was established in 2008 to encourage qualified individuals to pursue […]
Trenton Area Chamber of Commerce to honor “Pillars of the Community” on March 18
The Trenton Area Chamber of Commerce will honor two individuals, two businesses, and a local organization during its annual membership dinner meeting scheduled for Friday night, March 18, 2022. Selected as the “Businesses of the Year” are Mid-States Services and BTC Bank while the Green Hills Animal Shelter is the “Organization of the Year.” As […]
North Central Missouri College Foundation awards dual-credit scholarship
North Central Missouri College Foundation recently announced dual credit scholarships to 28 students in counties within NCMC’s service area. The recipients of the annual Jack N. Young, Mildred M. Young, Noble J. Young, and Myra A. Young Dual Credit Scholarship were given a one-time $324 scholarship to use toward their tuition. There were 122 applications […]
Missouri state health agency seeks control of Title X funds that go to Planned Parenthood
(Missouri Independent) – Missouri’s state health department has applied to oversee federal family planning funds, a move reproductive health advocates fear would give the state power to cut off funding for providers who refer patients for abortion services. During his confirmation hearing late last month, former Department of Health and Senior Services Director Donald Kauerauf’s […]