A soldier stationed at Fort Riley was charged in federal court with sending over social media instructions for making bombs, U.S. Attorney Stephen McAllister said. Jarrett William Smith, 24, Fort Riley, Kan., was charged with one count of distributing information related to explosives and weapons of mass destruction. Smith, a private first class infantry soldier, […]
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Ketcham Community Center celebrates upgrades with an Open House
The Ketcham Community Center on the campus of North Central Missouri College in Trenton, Missouri has recently undergone construction and upgrades to the facility. To celebrate the improvements, and the 21-year history of KCC, the community is invited to stop by during an Open House on Monday, September 30, 2019, from 12:00-1:00 p.m. A ribbon-cutting […]
Car show announced for Missouri Day Festival
Vehicles can compete in 12 classes at the Missouri Day Car Show in Trenton next month. Registration will take place at the Trenton Elks Lodge the morning of October 20, 2019, from 8 o’clock to 11:30. The classes include up to 1959, 1960 to present, and trucks stock; American and foreign motorcycles; convertibles; unfinished; up […]
Annual “Wine Walk” set for October 4, 2019 in Chillicothe
Five hundred glasses will be for sale at Main Street Chillicothe’s Second Wine Walk and Concert next month. Registration for the wine walk will be held the evening of October 4, 2019, from 4 o’clock to 7:15 with the walk continuing until 8 o’clock. Tickets cost is $30.00 and advanced tickets can be purchased by […]
Beth Crawford selected as North Central Missouri College Outstanding Employee
Beth Crawford, Bethany Nursing Instructor from Albany, Missouri has been selected as North Central Missouri College’s Outstanding Employee for September. Beth has been employed at NCMC for twenty years. “My favorite thing about working at North Central Missouri College is that every department is so focused on student success,” said Beth “If I can’t answer […]
Chillicothe FFA announces 2019 King and Queen Barnwarming candidates
The Chillicothe FFA has selected its King and Queen Candidates for the 2019 Barnwarming. FFA members are now available to do your odd jobs around the house and farm so feel free to give them a call. They will organize a work team to help you in your fall cleanup activities. The class that averages […]
Audio: Small town Hamilton revitalized with the help of Missouri Star Quilt Company
Examples of small towns revitalizing their rural economies were presented when Andrew McCrae spoke Wednesday in Trenton during an event sponsored by the Community Foundation of Northwest Missouri. McCrae is one of the board members. McCrae is the host of the American Countryside radio program heard weekdays on KTTN and hundreds of other radio stations. […]
Grundy County Farm Bureau members hear presentation on Ronald McDonald Houses
Members of the Grundy County Farm Bureau Thursday evening heard about the Ronald McDonald houses in Kansas City. Community Relations Manager Alan Lubert was the speaker for the annual meeting. Lubert stated there are four Ronald McDonald Houses in Kansas City which collectively, have a total of 87 bedrooms. Lubert reported 7,685 families were served […]
Audio: Missouri lawmakers to join striking autoworkers at GM Fairfax plant
At least six Missouri Democratic state lawmakers will be joining striking autoworkers on the GM picket line today (Friday) in Kansas City, The General Motors plant in Fairfax is minutes away from downtown Kansas City and makes the Cadillac XT4 and the Chevrolet Malibu. Today (Friday) is day five of the United Auto […]
Trenton High School Class of 1974 makes contribution to THS Alumni Scholarship
The Trenton High School Class of 1974 presented a check to the Foundation Trust for THS on Wednesday in the amount of $700.00 boosting the THS Alumni Scholarship in a big way. Presenting the check were members of the steering committee of the class’s recent reunion with proceeds from the sale of a black & […]
Livingston County Library accepting applications for Teen Advisory Board
Applications are being accepted for the Livingston County Library Teen Advisory Board. The group helps give a voice to the teen community and provide teens with the ability to plan, promote, and implement library programs and events. Members will shape their dedicated library space and provide suggestions on collection development. Applications for the Teen Advisory […]
Grundy County Commission meets with representatives of area agencies
The Grundy County Commission met with representatives from several entities on Tuesday. Presiding Commissioner Phillip Ray reports Trenton Mayor Linda Crooks, City Administrator Ron Urton, and City Council members Larry Crawford and Glen Briggs discussed partnership opportunities between Trenton and Grundy County. Those include working together to share resources, specifically equipment and personnel. Laredo Mayor […]
Almost 400 attend Mud Volleyball Tournament in Chillicothe
Three-hundred-eighty-five Chillicothe FFA members and spectators attended the chapter’s Sixth Annual Mud Volleyball Tournament recently. Approximately $1,200 was raised from the event, which will go to the Kiwanis’s Shop with a Cop program. The winning team was the Mud Pits, second place went to the Gold Diggers, and third place went to the Beef Tips. […]
Review grain bin safety rules before harvest begins
University of Missouri Extension rural safety specialist Karen Funkenbusch said National Farm Safety and Health Week, Sept. 15-21, is a good time to review precautions for grain bins with farmworkers and family members. This year’s theme, “Shift Farm Safety Into High Gear,” reminds us to remain vigilant at all times when working on or visiting […]
Trenton High School coaches speak at Trenton Rotary meeting
Trenton High School Fall sports coaches spoke at the Trenton Rotary Club meeting on Thursday about their teams and goals. Coaches in attendance were Tammy Ockenfels for girls tennis, Pam Bowden for girls volleyball, Joel Hultman girls softball, and Kevin Hixson for football. Athletic Director Wes Croy also attended. There are five players out for […]
‘Back the Blue’ Missouri license plate now available
Law enforcement officials and lawmakers came together Tuesday to unveil a new license plate that will give Missourians an opportunity to show their support for the men and women who protect and serve. Missouri drivers now have the option to obtain a new “Back the Blue” license plate to express their support for law enforcement. […]
National FFA organization announces record student membership of more than 700,000
The National FFA Organization today announced a record-high student membership of 700,170, up from 669,989 in 2018. The top six student membership states are Texas, California, Georgia, Oklahoma, Ohio, and Missouri. Interest in FFA and agricultural education continues to grow as membership continues to increase. This year, the organization has more than 100,000 Latino members, […]
Public invited to groundbreaking for Performing Arts Center at THS
A groundbreaking ceremony will be held Thursday, September 12, 2019, for the construction of the Trenton R-9 performing arts center. Building Project Liaison Dennis Gutshall says the ceremony will be between the Trenton High School and Music Building at 1 o’clock. School board members, administration, the architect, and the general contractor are expected to attend. […]
Trenton Board of Education addresses issues with electronic cigarettes and vaping
The Trenton R-9 Board of Education approved early graduation requests for Kaitlyn Owen and Emma Rorebeck on Tuesday evening. Bus routes were approved with Director of Supportive Services Kris Ockenfels reporting there are 10 regular bus routes and three special education/preschool routes, which is the same as last year. He said there are enough drivers […]