The Highway Patrol reports a Saint Joseph man sustained moderate injuries when he lost control of the car he drove on a gravel road eight miles northeast of Eagleville on Wednesday morning, and the car overturned. Emergency medical services transported 88-year-old Robert Maxwell to the Decatur County Hospital. The car traveled east on 324th Street […]
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Main Street Chillicothe Executive Director resigns position
Ben White has resigned as the Executive Director of Main Street Chillicothe and will be taking a position with the state Main Street program, Missouri Main Street Connection. His official last day is November 1st. In his new position, Ben will travel across Missouri and provide training and workshops to new Main Street communities looking […]
Trenton Park Board hears presentation from Green Hills Recreation Association
The Trenton Park Board heard from the Green Hills Recreation Association at its meeting Wednesday evening regarding a potential agreement between the association and the Trenton Park Department. Cara McClellan with the Green Hills Recreation Association said the potential agreement would involve waiving field fees for the group and not having the group fulfill all […]
Trenton Police Department issues citation to Winston woman after crash on 9th Street
The Trenton Police Department reports a Winston woman sustained injuries when the car she drove struck a pickup truck on Ninth Street Tuesday morning and was later issued a citation. Grundy County Emergency Medical Services examined 38-year-old Malissa Jane Parker for a contusion on her forehead who was treated and released. No injuries were reported […]
Car demolished in crash southwest of Milan
The Highway Patrol reports a Milan resident sustained minor injuries when the car he drove overturned seven miles southwest of Milan Wednesday morning. An ambulance transported Braedin Reynolds to the Sullivan County Hospital in Milan. The car traveled east on Highway 6 before it ran off the right side of the road at Route Z […]
Majority of vehicles striking deer occur in October and November
Deer are more active and create hazards for Missouri motorists this time of year. Drivers are reminded that any attempt to avoid striking a deer could result in a more serious crash involving oncoming traffic. Try to remain calm as panicking and overreacting usually lead to more serious traffic crashes. As soon as you see […]
Missouri Department of Conservation offering hunter education certification courses
The Missouri Department of Conservation offers several options for hunters to obtain the hunter education certification required for firearms hunting. Four-hour hunter education skills sessions will be held this fall to teach firearm safety, hunting ethics, and basic hunting skills to anyone at least 11 years old. Hunter education skills sessions to be held in […]
Chillicothe man dies in crash on Highway 13
A Chillicothe man, operating a motorcycle, died Monday afternoon in a crash on Highway 13 in Ray County. The victim, 63-year-old Jerry Kissick, died at Ray County Memorial Hospital in Richmond one hour after the accident occurred. The driver of a pickup, 32-year-old Theodore Bromann of Overland Park, Kansas was not reported hurt. The pickup […]
Governor Parson proclaims Missouri will observe National 4-H Week
Youths, parents, volunteers, and alumni across the country are celebrating everything 4-H during National 4-H Week, October 6-12. Missouri Gov. Mike Parson signed a proclamation calling for Missouri to observe National 4-H Week this year. Missouri 4-H is celebrating by showcasing the incredible experiences that 4-H offers young people, and will highlight the remarkable 4-H […]
Governor awards Missouri Public Safety Medals to first responders and civilians for heroic actions in 2018
Governor Mike Parson awarded Missouri Public Safety Medals to a total of 18 first responders and 6 civilians for heroic and life-saving actions in 2018. The awards are the state’s highest recognition for first responders working as individuals and as members of teams during critical incidents. The civilians were honored for taking on extreme risks […]
GRM Networks joins National Network of Smart Rural Community Providers
GRM Networks, headquartered in Princeton, reports it has joined the National Network of Smart Rural Community Providers. These are described as a network of broadband connections under the auspices of the National Rural Broadband Association which represents nearly 850 independent, community-based, telecommunications companies across the country. The Smart Rural Communities program promotes collaborative work among rural […]
Grand River Valley Choir and Orchestra to begin rehearsals for December concert
The Grand River Valley Choir and Orchestra will begin rehearsals Tuesday evening, October 22, 2019, from 6:30 to 8:30 at the Hodge Presbyterian Church in Trenton. All orchestra positions have been filled, however, the choir is seeking singers in all voices. Selections to be worked on include: for the choir…Here We Come A-Caroling, Linus & […]
FAFSA Frenzy events helps students apply for college financial aid
Missouri students and families can receive free help completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) at 178 FAFSA Frenzy events this year. Events will be held Oct. 1, 2019, through Jan. 31, 2020, at locations across the state. Filing a FAFSA is the first step students must take to apply for most forms […]
Preparations underway for National FFA Convention
In a few weeks, the city of Indianapolis will transform into a sea of blue jackets when the National FFA Convention & Expo kicks off for the 92nd time. This time-honored tradition will be held in the Circle City on October 30- November 2, 2019. More than 67,000 FFA members from across the U.S., representing […]
Scam calls claiming to be from U.S. District Court targeting elderly citizens
Missouri Attorney General Eric Schmitt is issuing a consumer alert to warn Missouri citizens about a potential scam targeting elderly and vulnerable citizens. Recently, the U.S. District Court for the Western District of Missouri has reported hundreds of calls from citizens across Missouri and the country who claim to have received calls from the court’s […]
Missouri man pleads guilty to transporting a minor for illegal sexual activity
A Carl Junction, Missouri, man pleaded guilty in federal court to transporting a Kansas minor across state lines to engage in criminal sexual activity. Nathan Roger Belcher, 29, pleaded guilty before U.S. Magistrate Judge David P. Rush to one count of transporting a minor across state lines with the intent to engage in criminal sexual […]
New officers assume roles in Missouri Corn Merchandising Council and Missouri Corn Growers Association
The Missouri Corn Merchandising Council (MCMC) and the Missouri Corn Growers Association (MCGA) have announced a new slate of officers, the appointment of recently elected board members and national committee assignments. The election of the 2019-20 MCMC officer team took place during an August board meeting held in Branson. The following MCMC leaders assumed their […]
Chillicothe woman injured during rollover crash on Highway 36
The Highway Patrol reports a Chillicothe woman sustained minor injuries when her 2005 PT Cruiser overturned on Highway 36 at Mooresville Friday night. Emergency medical services transported 48-year-old Jennifer Simmons to Hedrick Medical Center in Chillicothe. The vehicle traveled west on Highway 36 before its right wheels reportedly edged off the road and into the […]
Woman crashes after losing control, arrested on felony fugitive warrant out of Georgia
The Highway Patrol reports an Omaha, Nebraska woman sustained minor injuries in an accident at Fairport on Friday afternoon prior to being arrested on a fugitive warrant and other allegations. An ambulance transported 39-year-old Stephanie Robertson to the Cameron Regional Medical Center. The car Robertson drove traveled west on Northwest Camden Road west of Route […]
SUV hydroplanes on I-35 and hits bridge railing
Two Dallas, Texas residents were hurt north of Eagleville when sports utility vehicle hydroplaned on Interstate 35 and hit bridge railing. A passenger, 52-year old Cynthia Reeves, was taken to Harrison County Community Hospital in Bethany with minor injuries. The driver, 54-year old Michael Reeves, received minor injuries but refused medical treatment at the scene. […]