The next meeting of the Grundy County Republican Central Committee is Thursday, February 28th night at 6 o’clock at the courthouse in Trenton. The agenda includes discussing plans for the 7th legislative district Lincoln Days banquet that will be hosted by Grundy County. Elected county officials and Republican Women’s Club officers are encouraged to attend […]
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Trenton Chamber of Commerce to proceed with Annual Chamber Banquet
Despite the Monday fire and a postponement announcement the next day, the Trenton Area Chamber of Commerce has decided to proceed with the March 15th date for the annual Chamber banquet. Chamber President Debbie Carman said two Chamber of Commerce members have stepped forward to help lead efforts so the event can be held on its […]
Traffic safety program for parents of new drivers set for Green City High School
A free traffic safety program will be held at Green City High School next week to educate parents of drivers 19 years old and younger on Missouri Graduated Driver’s License Law. The program was originally scheduled for earlier this month, but it was rescheduled for Monday night, February 25th from 6:30 to 8 o’clock. First […]
Aging in Place to host presentation for seniors at Livingston County Health Center
Aging in Place, an initiative of the Livingston County Health Center is hosting an event on Wednesday, February 27th at 10 a.m. in their classroom, to educate area residents about things they can do to help improve their own outcome in emergency situations. Jonathon Nolan, Firefighter/Paramedic at the Chillicothe Fire Department, will be presenting a […]
Master Gardener classes to be offered in area locations
The University of Missouri Extension will begin a series of Master Gardener classes in three Northwest Missouri locations in late March and early April. Extension Horticulture Specialist Tim Baker of Gallatin encourages individuals interested in gardening and who have a desire to serve their community through gardening to attend the sessions Tuesday and Thursday evenings […]
Private Pesticide Applicator Training to be held in Princeton
University of Missouri Extension of Mercer County will host a Private Pesticide Applicator Training next week. Growers are welcome to attend the meeting in the Hal England Center basement the morning of February 22nd at 8:30 regardless of needing recertification. Mercer County Extension especially encourages growers to attend if their license has expired or will […]
FCS Financial offers grant program to Missouri 4-H and FFA organizations
FCS Financial has a grant program that offers Missouri 4-H and FFA organizations $500 grants to implement projects to benefit rural communities and youth development. Shaping Rural Missouri grant program funds are awarded to assist club or chapter members in bringing positive change by establishing projects to make communities better places to live. FCS Financial […]
State Auditor Nicole Galloway releases results of citizen-requested audit of Hamilton
Missouri State Auditor Nicole Galloway has released a citizen-requested audit of the City of Hamilton, located in Caldwell County. The audit recommended better planning to ensure adequate street repair and recommended better processes to avoid conflicts of interest in city business. “Citizens deserve government that functions efficiently and transparently, but processes were not in place […]
Portions of north Missouri placed under Ice Storm Warning
While much of northern Missouri has been under a Winter Weather Advisory, portions of northern Missouri have now been upgraded to an Ice Storm Warning by the National Weather Service in Kansas City. Portions of northern Missouri will continue to remain in an Ice Storm Warning until Thursday, February 7, 2019, at Noon. Precipitation in […]
Trenton Police Department to hold “Coffee with a Cop” at Geyer Hall
The Trenton Police Department will hold its next Coffee with a Cop on February 12th, 2019, from 8:00 am to 10:00 am. Residents can meet and visit with members of the department at the Student Support Services Office in Room 103 of Geyer Hall on the campus of North Central Missouri College in Trenton. Residents […]
Audio: Missourians encouraged to file income taxes as soon as possible
Missourians are being encouraged to file income taxes as soon as possible this year. Financial advisor Marshall Mennenga says Congress and the Trump administration wanted a smaller, easier tax form. The two-page 1040 has increased to eight pages and Mennenga advises taxpayers to file income taxes as early as possible.
Winter weather takes toll on north Missouri roads
Across Northwest Missouri, the effects of winter weather are evident everywhere you look frozen ground, canceled classes, snow-covered fields, and potholes. The Missouri Department of Transportation normally launches its pothole efforts in March, but with the extreme weather we’ve faced this year, the roads are taking a beating. When they’re not out plowing ice and […]
NCMC Foundation Charles H. Witten Memorial Scholarship announced
The North Central Missouri College Foundation is honored to announce the Charles H. Witten Memorial Scholarship. This recently endowed scholarship is made possible by the Charles Witten Estate and will benefit an NCMC sophomore pursuing an Associate in Applied Science (A.A.S.). First preference given to a student with an Agriculture & Natural Resources focus of […]
Valentine’s day hike to be held at Crowder State Park
A free guided hike will be held at Crowder State Park west of Trenton Valentine’s Day. Interested individuals can meet park staff at the tennis court parking lot the afternoon of February 14th at 4 o’clock prior to the hike on Red Bud Trail. Park Resource Manager Anna Persell says the hike will be about […]
Chillicothe FFA Chapter sends 75 to Greenhand Motivational Conference
Over 4500 first year FFA members from more than 320 Missouri High Schools had the opportunity to learn about being positive role models, learning to get involved, making sound choices, becoming active team members and making a positive difference in their lives, school, and the community at the annual Greenhand Motivational Conferences. These conferences presented […]
Cover crop workshop to be held February 19th
Producers thinking about or already planting cover crops are encouraged to attend a workshop near Bethany. The cover crop workshop will be held at the American Legion Hall on Highway 13 south of Bethany February 19th starting at 9 o’clock in the morning. Natural Resources Conservation Service District Conservationist Scott McClure says speakers with first-hand […]
Trenton Municipal Utilities completes modifications at water plant
Trenton Municipal Utilities reports that it has completed modifications at the city drinking water plant. The modifications are designed to protect private lead service lines and reduce the possibility of lead entering water used in homes with lead service lines. TMU will complete another round of lead testing in February at the 40 locations tested […]
FEMA urging residents to prepare as record cold temperatures envelop the area
As officials from the National Weather Service and the Federal Emergency Management Agency’s (FEMA) Region VII office continue monitoring the development of an arctic outbreak that could bring recording-setting cold temperatures to several cities throughout the Midwest, residents are encouraged to act now, preparing both their home and families for whatever may arise. “We are […]