The Trenton Police Department and the Midland Empire Alcohol Task Force conducted alcohol retail outlet compliance checks in Trenton on Saturday, January 5th. According to Chief Rex Ross, the checks resulted in one under age purchase of an alcoholic beverage from a local business and a 32-year-old Blue Springs man cited for alleged supplying liquor […]
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Dr. Beth Caldarello and Maryellen Harman receive Governor’s Award for Excellence in Teaching at MCCA
NCMC faculty Dr. Beth Ann Caldarello, Library Director and Maryellen Harman, History Instructor were recently recognized for their service to North Central Missouri College and community colleges. Dr. Caldarello and Ms. Harman received the Governor’s Award for Excellence in Teaching at the statewide MCCA convention held in Branson, Missouri. This award is given annually to […]
Audio: Right to Work proposal will return to the Missouri Legislature in 2019
Despite the failure of a Right-to-Work ballot measure this year, a bill will return to the Missouri Legislature in 2019. The state legislature will be asked next year whether to bar Missouri businesses from requiring workers to pay mandatory union fees. The bill is being sponsored by Republican Senator-Elect Eric Burlison of Springfield. […]
Trenton Police Department accepting donations for annual “Shop with a Cop” event
The Trenton Police Department is accepting donations for its Sixth Annual Shop with a Cop event. The police department reports the program allows children an opportunity to have a positive interaction with law enforcement officers and allows the police to assist children in their time of need during the Christmas season. Donations from businesses, organizations, […]
Trenton woman recognized by Missouri Community College Association
Cecilia Marsh of Trenton, Missouri was recently recognized by the Missouri Community College Association for her service to North Central Missouri College and community colleges. Cecilia received the 2018 Senior Service award at the statewide MCCA convention held in Branson, Missouri. This award is given annually to community college employees that have worked for their […]
North Central Missouri Development Alliance relocates to 713 Main
The North Central Missouri Development Alliance has a new office location in Trenton at the Plaza Apartments, 713 Main Street. Executive Director Micah Landes says the location is more visible, is down the street from the Trenton Area Chamber of Commerce office, and has a professional look and feel. The office is open from 8 […]
IRS warns of “Tax Transcript” email scam and dangers to business networks
The Internal Revenue Service and Security Summit partners have released a warning to the public of a surge of fraudulent emails impersonating the IRS and using tax transcripts as bait to entice users to open documents containing malware. The scam is especially problematic for businesses whose employees might open the malware because this malware can […]
Audio: Trenton Chamber of Commerce “Radio Auction” set for Saturday, December 1st
The Trenton Area Chamber of Commerce will hold its 14th Annual Auction Saturday morning, December 1st, with proceeds to go toward Chamber operation fees. Various items donated from local merchants will be auctioned live on KTTN following the 8:30 sports. Chamber President Debbie Carman says a list of the items will be available on the […]
“Trenton Downtown Christmas” to feature parade and Christmas village
A parade will be held as one of the activities for Five Points Alive’s Trenton Downtown Christmas Saturday afternoon and evening, December 1st. ATVs, vintage cars, trucks, businesses, and others are invited to decorate entries and line up in front of Geyer Hall on Main Street at 4:50. Cindy Jennings with Five Points Alive says […]
Trenton residents save money with new trash service but city loses tipping fee revenue
Actions taken last night by the Trenton City Council would mean a savings of $50.00 per household for next year on residential trash pickup and recycling. On a split vote of four in favor and three opposed, WCA was selected to provide trash pickup service based on their low bid of $9.54 per month. That’s […]
Trenton Chamber of Commerce to hold ribbon cuttings
The public is welcome to attend two ribbon cuttings by the Trenton Area Chamber of Commerce this week to recognize businesses. One ribbon cutting will be held at the State Farm Insurance office at 2910 Oklahoma Avenue to welcome new agent and owner Mitch Liberty Thursday at 11:45 in the morning. The other ribbon cutting […]
Missouri minimum wage to increase to $8.60 per hour January 1, 2019
The Missouri Department of Labor announces the state minimum wage rate for 2019 has been established, according to state law, at $8.60, effective January 1, 2019. All private businesses are required to pay at minimum, the $8.60 hourly rate, except retail and service businesses whose annual gross sales, are less than $500,000. Pursuant to Proposition […]
Christmas parade one of many activities at Winterfest in Unionville on Saturday, December 1st
A lighted Christmas parade is one of several events planned for Winterfest in Unionville Saturday. Parade entries are asked to enter the city park’s north entrance by 4:30 Saturday afternoon. The parade will start at the city park at 5:15 and be lead by Santa, Mrs. Claus, and two elves in a horse-drawn wagon courtesy […]
Chillicothe Holiday Parade boasts over 70 entries
The 72nd annual Chillicothe Chamber of Commerce Holiday Parade had over 70 entries Saturday morning. The Avalon Busy Bees 4-H club won the Grand Marshal trophy and the club also placed first in the Youth Division of float entries. Others winning trophies were Chillicothe Strength and Conditioning among businesses and organizations, and the Bishop Hogan […]
Senator Dan Hegeman receives Missouri Community College Association Distinguished Legislator Award
Senator Dan Hegeman was recently recognized by the Missouri Community College Association for his service to North Central Missouri College and community colleges across the state. Senator Hegeman received the 2018 Distinguished Legislator Award at the statewide MCCA convention held in Branson, Missouri. The award is given annually to legislators that persistently support Missouri community […]
Trenton Police Department to host “Pizza with the Police”
The Trenton Police Department will hold its first ever Pizza with the Police later this month. Citizens can meet and visit with members of the police department at Royal Inn Pizza in Trenton the evening of November 27th from 5 to 7 o’clock. Residents can ask questions about the department, special programs, or law enforcement […]
Chillicothe Holiday Parade set for 10:00 am start time Saturday, November 17th
The 72nd Annual Holiday Parade, presented by the Chillicothe Area Chamber of Commerce, is sponsored again this year by Hedrick Medical Center, HyVee and Midwest Gloves & Gear with a theme of “The Sounds of Christmas.” The parade will begin at 10:00 am on Saturday, November 17th and will include floats and entries from many […]
Livingston County Sheriff’s Department to continue Secret Santa Project this year
The Livingston County Sheriff’s Office will continue its annual Secret Santa Project. Sheriff Steve Cox reports that he and deputies began the program in 2011and each year they accept donations from individuals and businesses in the area to help those having a difficult time due to uncontrollable situations. The goal of the Secret Santa Project […]
Chillicothe Chamber of Commerce announces Grand Marshal of holiday parade
The Chillicothe Area Chamber of Commerce has announced the Grand Marshal for the 72nd Annual Holiday Parade in Chillicothe. The Holiday Parade Committee selected Kelly Poling and his family to receive the honor. Committee member Ronni Clark says Poling has been a major part in creating the murals in Chillicothe. “The Sounds of Christmas” themed […]
Ballot initiatives on medical marijuana in the November 6th election simplified
On Tuesday, November 6, 2018, voters will see three medical marijuana initiatives on their ballots—Amendment 2, Amendment 3, and proposition C. Voters are permitted to vote “yes” or “no” on each of the ballot measures. You can read the full text of each ballot issue in the November 6 General Election by going to the Missouri […]