Several prison terms were announced Thursday by Presiding Judge Jack Peace in Division One of the Grundy County Circuit Court. Following a hearing, probation was revoked for Ricky Eugene Shoemaker of Trenton stemming from several previous charges. For distribution, delivery, or manufacture of a controlled substance, Shoemaker was sentenced to ten years with the Department […]
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Livingston County Sheriff’s Department to offer free Christmas gift for those in need
The Livingston County Sheriff’s Office is looking for people in need of providing Christmas gifts for their children or grandchildren. Sheriff Steve Cox reports his office has gently used or new unwrapped small toys and stuffed animals that could be used as small gifts or stocking stuffers. Someone wanting or needing the free gifts should be […]
Deputy Chris Mueller resigns from Livingston County Sheriff’s Department
Livingston County Sheriff Steve Cox reports he received a resignation letter this week from Deputy/K-9 Handler Chris Mueller. His resignation will be effective December 31st. Mueller recently married and “has better financial and family opportunities with his next job.” Mueller was instrumental in helping raise funds for K-9 Zaki and helped form Zaki into a […]
Grundy County Health Department to hold annual Flu Shot Extravaganza and Holiday Open House
The Grundy County Health Department of Trenton will hold its annual Flu Shot Extravaganza and Holiday Open House next week. Flu shots will be administered, and Christmas cookies and hot cocoa will be served at the health department office Tuesday afternoon, December 18th from 2 to 4 o’clock. The health department reports flu shots are […]
Chillicothe Fire Department responds to 436 Elm Street
The Chillicothe Fire Department responded to a structure fire at 436 Elm Street Thursday morning. Assistant Chief Eric Reeter reports that prior to the fire department’s arrival, the Chillicothe Police Department notified firefighters the flames were out at the residence owned by Teresa Jones, but the burned area was smoldering. Firefighters began removing the window […]
Two tractor-trailer trucks crash at the intersection of Highway 36 and Business 36 in Chillicothe
Two semi trucks were involved in an accident at the intersection of Highway 36 and Business 36 in south Chillicothe requiring the Chillicothe Fire Department to assist with lighting at the scene Wednesday night. According to Captain Les Hinnen, one semi was in the south ditch but upright and the other was on its right […]
Grundy R-5 Board of Education reviews Missouri Assessment Program test scores
Grundy R-5 Board of Education members at a meeting last night approved the audit for the just-concluded school year with no discrepancies found. An evaluation of the vocational agriculture program was approved and a report was presented to the board by the special education director. The board reviewed MAP (Missouri Assessment Program) test scores for […]
Missouri man charged after shooting Z-Trip driver at least 20 times during robbery
A Kansas City man was charged in federal court for the armed robbery of a female Z-Trip driver who was shot at least 20 times. Z-trip is a service that allows users to book rides or taxis. Derron D. Nevels, also known as “Ronnie,” 18, was charged in a two-count complaint filed in the U.S. District […]
Senator Denny Hoskins named “Legislator of the Year” by Missouri Centers for Independent Living
Twenty-first District State Senator Denny Hoskins has received the Legislator of the Year award from the Missouri Centers for Independent Living. He was presented the award for his efforts to restore state funds that were cut during the 2017 legislative session. The Missouri Centers for Independent Living is a network of 22 independent living centers […]
Chillicothe police officer Caleb Clements named “City of Chillicothe Employee of the Year”
Chillicothe Police Officer Caleb Clements was selected as the City of Chillicothe Employee of the Year. He was recommended by Police Chief Jon Maples. Clements is a seven-year veteran in law enforcement and has served four years in Chillicothe. He is a field training officer and has trained multiple officers. Maples says Clements helps officers […]
Eleven waive preliminary hearings in the Associate Division of Grundy County court
Eleven defendants on Tuesday waived preliminary hearings on multiple counts in the Associate Division of Grundy County Circuit Court. Each saw their cases bound over for arraignment Thursday in Division One and another defendant had his cases certified to the Division One circuit court docket. Jeffrey Chad Corbin is charged with driving while revoked and resisting […]
Chillicothe teen hurt in rollover crash on LIV Road 520
The highway patrol reports a Chillicothe teenager received minor injuries in a rollover accident last night ten miles west of Chillicothe. Sixteen-year-old Jada Bennett was taken by ambulance to Hedrick Medical Center. Ms. Bennett was driving eastbound when the car began to skid on LIV Road 520, she overcorrected, causing the car to begin to […]
Gallatin City Administrator resigns position with last day on the job January 11th
Tony Stonecypher is leaving from his position as Gallatin City Administrator. Stonecypher made the announcement to the Gallatin Board of Aldermen at its meeting Monday evening. He accepted an offer for a position in his hometown in Iowa with his last day in his current position January 11th. The board accepted an ordinance to amend city […]
Three from Chillicothe charged in fire set at Canadian Pacific Railway Bridge
The Missouri State Fire Marshal’s Office reports three suspects have been identified, arrested, and charged in an investigation of a fire October 29th near the Canadian Pacific Railway bridge over the Grand River at Chillicothe. A Fire Marshal’s Office investigator says Destanie Dawn Batson, Kyle Jacob Mace, and James Paul Eugene Haight, all of Chillicothe, […]
Audio: Company gives away electronic tablets to Missouri prisoners who want them
Most Missouri prison inmates have been given electronic tablets and they must buy content that can go on them, including educational materials, music, movies, and games. State Department of Corrections Director Anne Precythe tells Missourinet the tablets do not have cameras or outside internet access. The Missouri prison system has been dealing with […]
Grundy County Local Emergency Planning Committee to hold exercise at Sunnyview
The Grundy County Local Emergency Planning Committee will hold a tabletop exercise focusing on helping long-term care facilities better prepare to respond in an emergency situation. The exercise will be at Sunnyview Nursing Home of Trenton the morning of December 27th at 9 o’clock and will help Sunnyview and other facilities to meet regulatory requirements […]
North Mercer Board of Education renews healthcare and property insurance
The North Mercer R-3 Board of Education approved healthcare coverage for next year and renewed property insurance at a meeting Monday evening. Randy Arnold Insurance of Maryville was approved for health care with a total rate of $554.89 per month. That is an increase of $59 per month and an 11.9% increase. The district will […]
Newtown-Harris Board of Education accepts easement agreement
The Newtown-Harris R-3 Board of Education accepted an easement agreement for sidewalk construction Monday evening. The agreement for $1,400 was accepted following a presentation from the Missouri Department of Transportation on sidewalk construction through Newtown. The board voted to jointly purchase a new popcorn machine with the Newtown-Harris Ball Association and the school district. The […]
Free traffic safety program to be offered at Green City School
A free 90-minute evidence-based traffic safety program to educate parents and guardians about Missouri’s Graduated Drivers License law will be held in Green City in February. Retired Missouri Department of Conservation Agent Marsha Jones and Missouri State Highway Patrol Sergeant Eric Brown will speak during First Impact at the Green City School the night of […]
Spickard and Grundy County firefighters respond to 406 Northwest 100th Street
Spickard and Grundy County firefighters responded to a fire call Monday afternoon at the Zooks residence at 406 Northwest 100th Street. Spickard fire department training officer Jesse Richmond said a shed had been converted into a kiln for drying out wood and the structure caught fire. Richmond reported the loss was approximately four to five […]