For the ninth consecutive year the American Red Cross is teaming up with family and friends and Marceline Fire and Rescue to host a blood drive in memory of Zach Cupp on Saturday, Aug. 1 from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Walsworth Community Center, 124 Ritchie, in Marceline. In August 2012, Zach Cupp was […]
The Grundy County Jewett Norris Library announces the beginning of the 2020 Adult Summer Reading Program. Due to conditions with COVID-19, the program will be held via an online format or you may sign up at the library. The program will run for 2 months with participation open to active library cardholders who are 18 […]
The Annual Chillicothe Lions Club Cruise Night and Car Show will be held July 17, 2020. The Cruise Night will be at the courthouse in Chillicothe the night of July 17th from 7 to 10 o’clock. The actual cruise will start from the south side of the square at 7:30. Spokesperson Bette Atwell says the […]
The Livingston County Sheriff’s Office announces it has partnered with residents to give away 10 new bicycles through a contest. Young residents who live in Livingston County may enter in their respective age groups. Four bicycles will be given away July 17th: one for a boy and one for a girl from two to four […]
Jameson is holding a fundraiser to repair the bandstand at its park. The structure sustained damage from part of a tree falling on it. The estimate to replace the roof on the stage is about $3,000. The village has received donations to cover about half of the cost so far. Donations can be sent to […]
Beginning July 1, deer hunters can apply online through the Missouri Department of Conservation’s website for a shot at more than 100 managed deer hunts throughout the state for archery, muzzleloading, and modern firearms from mid-September through mid-January at conservation areas, state and other parks, national wildlife refuges, and other public areas. Some managed hunts […]
Main Street Chillicothe is hosting a drawing and essay contest for students in the community about what Downtown Chillicothe means to them. Young people ages 11-years-old and younger can submit a drawing of their favorite part of Downtown Chillicothe. A drawing template is available on the Main Street Chillicothe Facebook page. Those aged 12 to […]
The Missouri Department of Conservation announces it will offer Missourians the state’s first elk-hunting season in modern history starting this fall. At its April 8 meeting, the Missouri Conservation Commission approved the issuance of five permits for hunting bull elk for the 2020 season. Four general permits will be for the public and one permit […]
Trenton R-9 Board of Education President Doug Franklin says he is withdrawing as a candidate for the school board in the upcoming election. Franklin has accepted a position to serve as the pastor of a church in another community and says his family has lived in Trenton for 12 years and will move at the […]
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 […]
Due to the possibility of those attending various events in northern Missouri being exposed to the Coronavirus, many organizations are taking precautions to reduce exposure risks. To that end, three organizations have either canceled or moved events to another date. The North Central Missouri College Ag Club Contest next Thursday, March 19th has been canceled in […]
Congressman Sam Graves has announced the kickoff to his 2020 Congressional Art Competition. The U.S. House of Representatives sponsors the nationwide contest each spring. Since 1982, when the program first began, over 650,000 high school students across the country have participated. “North Missouri students always produce some of the most exceptional artwork. We truly have some […]
The Pleasant View R-6 Board of Education approved hiring constructional engineering company Norton and Schmidt of Kansas City to approve plans for a new addition to the school building. A proposed drawing of the addition included three new classrooms, a concession stand area, two new bathrooms, and a new gym entrance. A motion was approved […]
A long-time Mercer County resident who has hunted turkeys for 40 years will be the guest speaker at the Princeton Rotary Youth Turkey Calling Contest and Outdoor Expo. Andy Krohn will share practical tips at the Princeton Elementary School March 21st from his experiences of introducing young persons to turkey hunting. Turkey hunting calls, hunting […]
A man who trains companies and organizations across the country will speak at the Trenton Area Chamber of Commerce Annual Banquet. The chamber reports Doctor Tim Crowley has transformed individuals and organizations, chief executive officers, managers, front line employees, customer service representatives, salespeople, and business owners. Social hour will begin at the Ketcham Community Center […]
A collection of works by a rural Trenton resident will continue the 2019-2020 exhibition schedule in the Dorris Rider Art Gallery at North Central Missouri College in Trenton. “FACES: Furry, Famous, and Familiar” by Dan Maxey will open on Tuesday, February 11 will be on display through mid-April. The exhibit will feature a collection of […]
The Grundy County Health Department of Trenton has announced the winner of the Green Hills Wellness Challenge maintenance prize. Tona Crawford ended the 2019 wellness challenge with a 16-1/2% weight loss. She began this year’s challenge with a 19.29% weight loss from her beginning weight of last year’s challenge. Crawford won $300 from the health […]
Various activities will be held in the Breckenridge R-1 School gym during the Festival of Trees Saturday, December 7, 2019. Vendor booths will be set up from 10 to 2 o’clock, pictures with Santa will go from 11 to noon, and a luncheon will be served from 11 to 1 o’clock. There will also be […]
Sullivan County Community Development will hold a Christmas Kick-Off fundraiser. Lunch will be served at the Community Center at 205 North Market in Milan December 7th from 11 to 1 o’clock. Those attending may eat and pay what they want for hot dogs, chips, chili, vegetable soup, cake, and cookies. Santa will arrive at the […]
The Grundy County Health Department of Trenton will administer flu vaccines at several events in November and December. No appointments are necessary for vaccines given at the office during Walk-In Day every Tuesday from 9 to 4 o’clock. College students home on Thanksgiving Break are encouraged to get flu shots during College Flu Shot Day […]
