Out of an abundance of caution and in response to recent events, Missouri State Parks will modify operations at five state parks to address overcrowding and concerns regarding public safety. The modifications, including the temporary closure of four of Missouri’s state parks and partial closure of one additional park, go into effect at 5 p.m. […]
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August Primary Roundup: A multitude of candidates file for offices
Tuesday was the final day to file for the August Primary Election. There is one race in Grundy County, and that is for Second District Commissioner. Candidates for the position are incumbent Joe Brinser, Brad Chumbley, and Martha Roberts. They each filed as Republicans. There is one candidate each for other Grundy County offices. Incumbents […]
Grundy County Commission presented updates on COVID-19 from various agencies
The Grundy County Commission heard reports on Tuesday regarding COVID-19. Grundy County Emergency Management Director Glen Briggs said Federal Emergency Management Agency Disaster Declaration 4490 is now open, and applications are due by April 25th. The major disaster declaration regarding the COVID-19 pandemic in Missouri was declared Thursday and involves public assistance being used to […]
Today is the deadline to file for office
This is the deadline day to file for county, district, or statewide offices subject to the August 4th primary election in Missouri. Candidates for a county-wide position file at their respective county clerk’s office. Candidates for all seats in the Missouri House of Representative, half of the State Senator, all Congressional districts, and the statewide […]
Premier Eyecare Associates temporarily cancels services until April 12
Premier Eyecare Associates will no longer provide regular comprehensive exams, contact lens fitting, or eyewear adjustments as of Tuesday, March 24, 2020. The restriction is expected to last until at least April 12th. Anyone who had an exam scheduled during that time does not need to call and cancel. Premier is currently rescheduling exams beginning […]
Missouri Department of Conservation to temporarily waive fishing permits starting Friday
The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) and the Missouri Conservation Commission announce they are temporarily waiving permit requirements for sport fishing and daily trout tags for Missouri residents and nonresidents whose fishing privileges are not otherwise suspended. The waiver of needing a permit or trout tag to fish will run from Friday, March 27, through […]
Grundy County Health Department to prioritize services around COVID-19 response
The Grundy County Health Department is open regular business hours but will alter the provision of office services to prioritize COVID-19 response and protect the health of its employees. Please do not come to our office if you are ill. The Grundy County Health Department is not testing for COVID-19. The health department reminds all […]
Department of Revenue implements automatic extensions for driver licenses and vehicle registrations
To alleviate public congestion in local license offices, DOR has implemented automatic extensions for expiring driver licenses and motor vehicle registrations. These extensions are effective immediately: Vehicle owners with registrations or license plates expiring in March and April have been granted an automatic two-month extension. Owners will be able to continue operating their vehicles on […]
Governor Mike Parson addresses the many concerns of Missouri citizens impacted by COVID-19
As the COVID-19 crisis continues, Governor Mike Parson and his administration are taking daily steps to respond accordingly and protect the health and well-being of Missourians. “My administration and I are committed to providing quality healthcare to those most dependent on state assistance and ensuring access to those in need of medical services or medications,” […]
Daviess County Courthouse adopts procedures to combat COVID-19
Individuals wanting to enter the Daviess County Courthouse at Gallatin must have an appointment, pass a health screening, and come through a security scanner, effective immediately. The April 7th General Municipal Election has been postponed to June 2nd, and Daviess County Clerk Ronetta Burton reports absentee voting will continue by mail, email, or curbside at […]
Grundy County Health Department to remain open, but services altered in response to COVID-19
The Grundy County Health Department in Trenton will remain open with regular hours but has altered office services to prioritize COVID-19 response and protect the health of employees. There are NO confirmed cases of Coronavirus in Grundy County. There will be no walk-in services, except for birth and death certificates. Tuberculosis testing and injections will […]
Governor Parson announces April 7 Municipal Elections postponed until June 2 in response to COVID-19
Pursuant to Governor Mike Parson’s Executive Order 2002 declaring a state of emergency in response to COVID-19 and a request from Secretary of State Jay Ashcroft, Governor Parson today signed Executive Order 2003 ordering all Missouri municipal elections previously scheduled for April 7, 2020, to be postponed to June 2, 2020. The Executive Order declares […]
Chillicothe R-2 School District to provide free meals to students during closure
The Chillicothe R-2 School District, community volunteers, and the Department of Health and Senior Services will provide free meals during the COVID-19 closure. The current day’s lunch and next day’s breakfast will be served to any person 18 years old or younger in the Chillicothe School District weekdays starting Wednesday, March 18, 2020, and continuing […]
The Big Picture: Missouri’s response to COVID-19
As concerns over the new coronavirus (COVID-19) continue to grow across the state and the nation, Governor Mike Parson and his administration are working each day to respond to the virus and protect the health and well-being of Missourians. Expanding COVID-19 Testing The state is currently working with the University of Missouri to expand COVID-19 […]
St. Lukes institutes temporary “No Visitor” policy at all hospitals
Saint Luke’s is immediately instituting a temporary “No Visitors” rule at all hospitals in our health system following the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommendations on social distancing and to protect our valued patients, clinicians, caregivers, and staff. The following exceptions will be made to the no visitors rule: When the patient is a […]
NCMC suspends in-person classes for remainder of spring semester, Ketcham Center closing for two weeks
Although there are no known cases involving the coronavirus disease known as COVID-19 on the campuses of North Central Missouri College, NCMC is taking further preventive and proactive measures to minimize the risk of exposure and the spread of COVID-19 through the reduction in mass assembly on campus. The safety of students, faculty, staff, and […]
Senator Josh Hawley announces Emergency Family Relief Act of 2020
Senator Josh Hawley unveiled the Emergency Family Relief Act of 2020 to provide families facing uncertainty during the coronavirus outbreak a guarantee of financial relief from looming economic hardship. The bill’s introduction comes in advance of Senate consideration of the House-passed Families First Coronavirus Response Act, a proposal requiring employers with fewer than 500 employees […]
Coronavirus Information: How organizations are handling the issue statewide
The Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education continues to receive many questions about COVID-19 and how it impacts student attendance, school closure, assessments, and virtual education opportunities. We are aware that local education agencies must consider a number of factors when making decisions in this current situation. Administrative Memo COM-20-001, issued from the Commissioner […]
Carroll County Memorial Hospital announces protocols to protect patients, visitors and staff against COVID-19
Carroll County Memorial Hospital has announced measures being adopted to protect the health of patients, visitors and staff in our facility and the community against the coronavirus, COVID-19. “CCMH is dedicated to the health and well-being of all we serve including patients, visitors, and staff members who provide care to all of the people who […]