(AP) – A southern Missouri teacher who oversaw a history class presentation in which a ninth-grader dressed as a member of the Ku Klux Klan has apologized for a “lapse of judgment” and is suspended indefinitely, the superintendent of the predominantly white district said Tuesday. The Poplar Bluff student who dressed as a Klansman Friday […]
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Red Cross reports severe blood shortage
The American Red Cross is facing a severe blood shortage and urgently needs blood donors to give now to avoid delays in lifesaving medical care for patients. Volunteer blood drive hosts are also critically needed to prevent the shortage from worsening this winter. During September and October, the Red Cross collected over 21,000 fewer blood […]
Chillicothe Holiday Parade set for 10:00 am start time Saturday, November 17th
The 72nd Annual Holiday Parade, presented by the Chillicothe Area Chamber of Commerce, is sponsored again this year by Hedrick Medical Center, HyVee and Midwest Gloves & Gear with a theme of “The Sounds of Christmas.” The parade will begin at 10:00 am on Saturday, November 17th and will include floats and entries from many […]
Poverty groups in Missouri call for protection of SNAP benefits for Missouri veterans
Poverty fighting groups in Missouri are asking federal leaders to protect those who protect our country. Congress is working on the Farm Bill, which includes funding for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, or SNAP. Jeanette Oxford, executive director of the advocacy group Empower Missouri, explains more than 37,000 veterans in the state rely on the […]
Julie Goodnight to be featured equine expert at Missouri Livestock Symposium
Horse owners will learn about health care as well as behavior and tack tips at the Missouri Livestock Symposium November 30 and December 1, 2018. Internationally recognized horse trainer Julie Goodnight of Poncha Springs, Colorado, headlines the Equine section this year with three talks aimed at making better and safer horse owners. Her topics include, […]
American Legion and Women’s Auxiliary seek new members to expand ranks
The American Legion Post of Trenton and the Women’s Auxiliary are both seeking new members. Adjutant Jack Griffin says anyone who is a veteran who served during a war-time is eligible. The American Legion of Trenton meets the fourth Tuesday of each month. The Women’s Auxiliary of Trenton was recently rechartered. Secretary-Treasurer Brandy Roberts says […]
Chillicothe Chamber of Commerce announces Grand Marshal of holiday parade
The Chillicothe Area Chamber of Commerce has announced the Grand Marshal for the 72nd Annual Holiday Parade in Chillicothe. The Holiday Parade Committee selected Kelly Poling and his family to receive the honor. Committee member Ronni Clark says Poling has been a major part in creating the murals in Chillicothe. “The Sounds of Christmas” themed […]
Show-Me-Select sales offer records on quality beef heifer replacements
Replacement heifers to upgrade cow-calf herds will be offered in six Show-Me-Select sales this fall. Also, owners can restock cow herds culled in the drought. With strength in beef demand and rains growing pastures, herd owners can rebuild. Dry weather’s impact on forages had farmers concerned. “Optimism of cow-calf herd owners should return,” says David […]
NCMC Board of Trustees approves IT purchases and new hires
The North Central Missouri College Board of Trustees approved information technology purchases at its meeting Tuesday night. One of the IT purchases was cybersecurity protection through Network Technology Partners of Saint Louis for $54,000 annually and a one-time setup fee of $12,500. It was the lowest of two bids for the services. The services included […]
Salvation Army seeking volunteers for Red Kettle Campaign
The Salvation Army of Chillicothe will begin its Red Kettle Campaign in November to fund its operations and help those in the community throughout the year. Donations will be accepted November 16th through Christmas Eve at five area locations. The red kettles will be at the Shopko and Hy-Vee in Trenton as well as at […]
Several area communities receive 2018 Missouri Community Betterment Awards
Missouri Community Betterment (MCB) honored 19 communities, nine youth groups and 10 community leaders at their 55th Annual Conference held in Columbia, Mo. on Oct. 15, 2018. Nearly 200 volunteers, community leaders and youth from across the state were in attendance to celebrate community and economic development efforts, network with each other and connect with […]
Grundy County Museum season ends October 21
The museum’s exhibit season ends Sunday, October 21 and this is the final opportunity to see this year’s outstanding exhibit celebrating Grundy County’s sports programs. In addition to a display of sports equipment and school memorabilia, such as uniforms and trophies, 25 information and photo panels highlight sports in each of Grundy County’s five schools, […]
Bright Futures Trenton to hold breakfast event
A breakfast is planned later this month to recognize the many volunteers working in support of Bright Futures Trenton. An open invitation is extended to individuals, businesses, and groups who have supported the program during the past year. The breakfast is also open to anyone interested in becoming involved in the future. The Bright Futures Trenton […]
Grundy County Museum closes for the season on October 21, 2018
Only six days remain to see the museum’s 2018 sports exhibit, Hometown Teams; the museum closes for the season October 21. This sports exhibit identifies and celebrates the records of Grundy County’s athletes competing in American Legion teams, Trenton Merchants Teams, TBA and all the County’s K-12 Public School and NCMC. In addition to a […]
Audio: Mercer County Health Department to celebrate Walk to School Day
The Mercer County Health Department of Princeton will celebrate National Walk to School Day as part of Safe Kids Northwest Missouri. Administrator Gina Finney explains parents of children in preschool through sixth grade may drop off their children with representatives from the health department for the free Walk to School Safety Event on the Mercer […]
LandLINK connects farmers across Missouri
LandLINK is a new service provided by FCS Financial. It connects young, beginning farmers with landowners through completion of an online form. The young, beginning farmer completes a form where they describe their current farming operation, experience and agricultural goals regarding the size of the farm they want to purchase or lease and location. The […]
Audio: Federal appeals court rules in favor of stronger abortion clinic requirements
(Missourinet) – A federal appeals court has ruled Missouri can enforce laws that pro-choice groups say will sharply reduce access to abortion. The 8th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals has overturned a 2017 decision that blocked enforcement of the laws. The regulations require abortion doctors to have hospital admitting privileges and abortion clinics to […]
Chula Street Fair to kick off Saturday morning
Numerous activities kick off the Chula Street Fair which is slated for Saturday, September 15th, 2018. Activities start with biscuits and gravy as well as coffee at the Community Center at 7 o’clock Saturday morning. There is no cost but donations will be accepted and benefit the Chula Fire and Rescue. Sign up for the Baby […]
Emerging swine disease calls for biosecurity measures, says MU Extension veterinarian
U.S. pork producers should be aware of an emerging swine disease, says University of Missouri Extension veterinarian Corinne Bromfield. Chinese pork producers reported the 13th outbreak of African swine fever (ASF) Sept. 6. It has appeared since August in several locations in China hundreds of miles apart. This leaves researchers scratching their heads over how […]
First Baptist Church in Cameron to present “Shelter from the Storm”
The First Baptist Church in Cameron presents a walk-through drama, “Shelter from the Storm,” on four dates in October. The Judgement House drama involves a family deciding to take a deep-woods camping adventure to escape stress at home. Promoters say the family members don’t know their disagreements will pale compared to the thunderstorm they’re about […]