After a two month delay, the municipal and school elections are today across Missouri with the polls open until 7 o’clock this evening. Voters will decide the outcome of races for local offices as well as several other issues. KTTN News will have results tonight as they become available after 7 o’clock. The Grundy County […]
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Missouri Attorney General shuts down down dog breeding facility, Little Bit Ranch, in Sullivan County
Missouri Attorney General Eric Schmitt announced that his office has filed suit and obtained a temporary restraining order (TRO) against Little Bit Ranch, a dog breeder in Sullivan County, for violations of the Animal Care Facilities Act (ACFA) and for operating without a license. The lawsuit and application for a temporary restraining order without notice […]
Missouri Legislature gives final approval to absentee ballot legislation; photo ID requirement stripped out
Absentee ballot legislation that expands voting by mail through the rest of 2020 is on its way to Missouri Governor Mike Parson’s desk, after receiving final approval from the House in Jefferson City on Friday evening. The final House vote was 121-24 and came with about 30 minutes to spare before the mandatory 6 p.m. […]
Grundy County Commission anticipates receiving over $1.1M in COVID-19 relief
The Grundy County Commission reports the county anticipates receiving $1,155,602 in funds from the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act on or about Wednesday, May 6, 2020. Grundy County will use guidelines provided by the United States Department of Treasury and State of Missouri in making determinations about the use, including allocation and award […]
Caldwell County to issue no new directives once Stay at Home directive expires
The Caldwell County Stay at Home Directive will expire Sunday at 11:59 pm. The health department reports no new directives for the county will be issued at this time. Caldwell County will follow the directives put out by Governor Mike Parsons. More information on the reopening directive can be found on the Show Me Strong […]
Caldwell County Commission opens courthouse
The Caldwell County Commission has decided to open the courthouse in Kingston on Monday with a limit on the number of community members entering the courthouse at one time. The commission asks that business that can be done by email, phone, or mail continue to be done that way. A 43rd Circuit Court order has […]
Grundy County Health Department issues Public Health Order
The Grundy County Health Officer and Administrator of the Grundy County Health Department, Elizabeth Gibson, has issued a Public Health Order effective at 12:01 May 4, 2020. “The Governor’s new orders are purposefully broad to allow local public health authorities to tailor additional guidance to meet the needs of their communities. Grundy County can cautiously […]
Grundy County Food Pantry to hold drive-through distribution on Friday
The Community Food Pantry of Grundy County will hold a drive-thru distribution Friday. Milk, senior boxes for qualifying seniors, and an assortment of produce will be distributed at the pantry in Trenton from 9 to 3 o’clock. Individuals who have lost their jobs, have had their wages or hours cut, or are food insecure can […]
Boil advisory issued for portion of Trenton
Trenton Municipal Utilities has set a boil advisory for portions of two streets due to water main repair. The advisory affects Kerfoot Street from Ninth Street to 10th Street and 10th Street from Lord Street to Oklahoma Avenue. The boil advisory will expire at 6:45 Thursday evening, April 23, 2020.
State of Missouri recruiting medical personnel to boost COVID-19 response across state
Additional medical professionals are needed by hospitals across Missouri to help meet the challenges posed by COVID-19. To supplement the state’s current health care workforce, the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services, the Missouri State Emergency Management Agency, and the Missouri Department of Economic Development’s Missouri One Start Division are teaming up to recruit medical professionals not currently […]
Stay-At-Home Order: What you can and cannot do during the Missouri Governor’s directive
To further combat the spread of COVID-19 in Missouri, Governor Parson directed Dr. Randall Williams, Director of the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services, to issue a Stay at Home Order which is effective April 6, 2020. This Order directs all Missourians to avoid leaving their residences unless necessary and to practice social distancing […]
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 Parson directs DHSS Director to require social distancing statewide
Building on Missouri’s efforts to address COVID-19, Governor Mike Parson has directed the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services Director, Dr. Randall Williams to order statewide social distancing. The Order includes new measures to protect the health and safety of Missouri citizens and frontline workers. “As the COVID-19 crisis continues to develop, this is […]
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,” […]
Livingston County Sheriff restricts public access to office facilities
The Livingston County Sheriff’s Office administrative facility at Chillicothe has temporarily restricted access for the general public. Sheriff Steve Cox reports the changes include calling the office Monday through Friday from 8 to 4 o’clock for administrative needs. Those non-emergency needs include questions about the civil process, eviction notices, copies of reports, bond information, and […]
USDA Sets March 20 application cutoff for Conservation Stewardship Program contract renewals
USDA officials announced a March 20, 2020 application cutoff for Missouri agricultural producers interested in renewing their General 2014-1, 2015-1, 2016-1 and 2016-RCPP Conservation Stewardship Program (CSP) contracts. To be eligible for the renewal opportunity, the existing contract must expire in 2020. General contracts are only allowed one renewal contract. The CSP program helps agricultural […]
Patrol arrests Kansas man in DeKalb County
The Highway Patrol reports the arrest of a Kansas man in DeKalb County on Wednesday afternoon on four allegations. Fifty-nine-year-old Donald Davidson of Sedgwick, Kansas is accused of felony driving while intoxicated—aggravated offender, an ignition interlock violation, having expired plates, and consumption of alcoholic beverage while driving. Davidson was transported to the Daviess-DeKalb Regional Jail […]
Grundy County Commission appoints Taylor Ormsby to Grundy County Health Department Board
The Grundy County Commission made an appointment to the Grundy County Health Department Board on Tuesday morning. Taylor Ormsby was appointed to fill an unexpired term until the April 7th election. Presiding Commissioner Phillip Ray says the position was previously held by Bev Hooker who resigned on good terms and was no longer eligible to […]
Mercer County Extension to host Private Pesticide Applicator Training
Mercer County Extension will host Private Pesticide Applicator Training on Monday, February 10, 2020, at 6:00 pm at the Mercer County Fair Building. Training will be led by Andy Luke, Extension Specialist in Agronomy. All growers are welcome to attend this meeting regardless of needing recertification. Those growers whose license has expired or will expire […]
Grundy R-5 Board of Education reviews insurance coverage
The Grundy County R-5 Board of Education reviewed the Missouri United School Insurance Council umbrella insurance options for the district on Wednesday evening. A purchase was approved for an additional umbrella policy of $4,000,000 costing $1,133. The 2018-2019 audit was approved, with no concerns expressed by the auditor. The board reviewed prices to replace copiers […]