Tim Garrison, United States Attorney for the Western District of Missouri, announced today that Lt. David Williams of the Jefferson City, Missouri, Police Department has received the 2019 Enoch B. Morelock Award. The Enoch B. Morelock Award is an annual recognition of outstanding moral character, service to law enforcement and service to the community. Williams […]
The Missouri Highways and Transportation Commission has awarded two more emergency flood repair contracts this week. Route 111 (Holt County) Contract for debris removal and roadbed and shoulder repair from Spur 111 in Craig to Route 118 was awarded to Phillips Hardy, Inc. in the amount of $2,401,987.90. Work could begin as soon as Tuesday, […]
The Missouri Department of Higher Education launched two interactive online features on its Journey to College website this week that will help students plan and pay for college. The department redesigned its existing Student Financial Aid Portal and created a complementary new Student Workspace. “Figuring out how to plan and pay for college can be […]
Bid opening is scheduled for August 30th for the replacement project on the 17th Street Bridge in Trenton and City Administrator Ron Urton says the city will have a better idea of how much the project will cost after that. A clause in the contract says the contractor will have 150 days to […]
The warm hum of guitar amplifiers and the sweet, smoky smell of barbecue will be wafting through the wavering late summer air the last weekend of September. The 13th installment of Columbia’s Roots N Blues N BBQ Festival kicks off for a long weekend of live music, fun, and entertainment, September 27-29. Roots N Blues, […]
There is still time to enter the window decorating contest in observance of Trenton High School Alumni Weekend. The THS Alumni Association is reminding classes and school organizations of the second annual event. Prize money will be awarded to the first and second place decorated windows. Entrants may choose their specific theme as long as […]
As a new school year begins, the Community Foundation of Northwest Missouri is honored to announce the establishment of the Louise Williams Welborn Memorial Scholarship to a graduating senior at Trenton High School. A 1967 graduate of THS, Louise was the Senior Philanthropic Advisor at the Greater Kansas City Community Foundation at the time of […]
Heartland Foundation is now accepting proposals for 2020 CollaborACTION grant funding. CollaborACTION grants help support collaborative solutions which are designed to champion new innovations that have the potential to impact education levels, character development and/or workforce skills. Innovative project proposals need to be a collaboration between two or more partnering organizations. Projects may focus on […]
Gage Baker, son of Rhad and Leah Baker, is the exhibitor of the 2019 Grand Champion Market Steer at the Missouri State Fair. Gage is from Fulton and is a member of the Rising Sun 4-H Club. Gage’s prize-winning Crossbred market steer weighed 1325 pounds. The Reserve Grand Champion Market Steer honor went to Mikaela […]
Join Crowder State Park staff at the Campground Amphitheater at 8:30 p.m., Saturday, Aug. 31, 2019, for an evening of nature games including nature bingo. Learn about nature in Missouri while you play friendly competitive games with your camping neighbors. Prizes will be awarded to the winners. Participants are encouraged to dress for the weather […]
The Chillicothe Area Chamber of Commerce has hosted a travel program for nearly a decade and has taken travelers to numerous countries and continents. The Chamber will be hosting a complimentary travel show on Tuesday, August 20, 2019, in the Livingston County Library – Second Floor for all interested individuals. “Each year we offer two […]
Applicants who disagree with their FEMA decision letter for federal assistance for the April 29 -July 5 storms and flooding in Missouri may want to appeal. Missouri residents should read their entire letter to see why they are ineligible for FEMA assistance and how to appeal. For help understanding the letter, call FEMA at 800-621-FEMA […]
Stephen Thomson, son of Leanna Thomson, is the exhibitor of the 2019 Grand Champion Market Pen of Chickens at the Missouri State Fair. Thomson is from Salisbury and is a member of the Chariton Shining Stars 4-H Club. Thomson’s prize-winning Pen of Chickens weighed an average of 8.1 lbs. The Reserve Grand Champion Market Pen […]
Troop B of the Highway Patrol in Macon is seeking individuals interested in attending the troop’s 15th Community Alliance Program beginning next month. The program, which presents an opportunity to citizens to gain insight and understanding of the training and duties of the Highway Patrol, will start at the Troop B Headquarters in Macon September […]
The Fine Arts Show at the North Central Missouri Fair had 53 entries by 19 exhibitors. Those earning blue awards included Benjamin Breitenbucher of Trenton in the junior division of photography and marker and Allison Schroeder of Trenton in the junior division of acrylic paintings. Others earning blue awards in the fine arts show included […]
The trustees of the GEC Community Foundation, Incorporated have awarded 14 grants totaling $7,313. Education grants were awarded to elementary schools, including Laredo R-7 and South Harrison R-2 of Bethany; school districts, including North Harrison R-3 of Eagleville, Gilman City R-4, North Mercer R-3 of Mercer, Princeton R-5, Trenton R-9, Newtown-Harris R-3 of Newtown, and […]
Awards have been announced from the Rock Barn area of this year’s North Central Missouri Fair in Trenton. Seventy-eight youth entered a number of categories, with entries coming from the general public, FFA chapters, and 4-H clubs. Seven youth participated in the special woodworking category, with prizes sponsored by Moore’s Construction and Woodworking. Individuals participating […]
The Missouri Department of Transportation understands the continued road closures due to flooding and flood damage are impacting lives and are working to repair and restore mobility to routes as waters recede. Local maintenance crews are clearing debris and repairing shoulders and minor road surface issues as they are able. More extensive work, including debris […]
Carroll County Memorial Hospital will begin offering a Vascular Outpatient Specialty Clinic in Carrollton starting Monday, August 19. CCMH welcomes Dr. James F. Foster III from Kansas City Vascular and General Surgery Group, LLC, to our roster of outpatient specialty providers. He is affiliated with several area HCA Midwest Health hospitals. He will see patients […]
There were three participants in Thursday’s Dairy Show at the North Central Missouri Fair in Trenton. Hillary Shahan of Unionville received Senior Showmanship and three blue ribbons. Avery Hamilton of Unionville received Junior Showmanship and one blue ribbon. Easton Hamilton of Unionville received one blue ribbon. The Supreme Champion female was exhibited by Hillary Shahan […]
