A 4-H member from Livingston County has been named the 2020-2021 State 4-H Council Executive Board President. Seth Hansen is a member of the Springhill Go Getters Club. He was elected in a vote of Missouri 4-H youth ages 14 and older. Hansen will represent 4-H members from across the state. The Missouri 4-H Council […]
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Cameron man serving time for murder charged with 2004 cold case murder of Steven Cassidy
The Missouri State Highway Patrol Division of Drug and Crime Control announces the arrest of Michael J. Gullet, 64, of Cameron, Missouri, for murder-2nd degree. The arrest stems from a Patrol investigator’s cold case homicide investigation involving Gullet. The Jackson County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office requested that the Patrol investigator interview Gullet, who was incarcerated at […]
Missouri to fully reopen on June 16th as the state enters Phase 2 of “Show Me Strong Recovery” Plan
Pending expiration of Phase 1 on June 15, Governor Mike Parson announced today that Missouri will fully reopen and enter Phase 2 of its “Show Me Strong Recovery” Plan on Tuesday, June 16, 2020. “It is truly incredible to think about how far Missouri has come since March. At that time, no one knew what […]
Missouri man who shot police officer, then himself, pleads guilty to drug trafficking
A St. Louis, Missouri, man who shot a law enforcement officer before shooting himself pleaded guilty in federal court to drug trafficking and illegally discharging a firearm in Joplin, Missouri. E.F. Fitchpatrick, Jr., 46, pleaded guilty before U.S. District Judge M. Douglas Harpool to one count of conspiracy to distribute methamphetamine and one count of […]
“Taking Care of You” stress management course to be offered online
Registration is now open for Taking Care of You, a University of Missouri Extension program that offers practical strategies for dealing with stress and life challenges. Developed by an interdisciplinary MU Extension team, the research-based program focuses on positive psychology and mindfulness in online sessions held over eight weeks. Participants learn concepts and practical strategies […]
Missouri works to avoid K-12 funding decline from coronavirus inflicted attendance drop
Some health experts predict a spike in coronavirus cases this fall – putting Missouri K-12 public schools in a potential funding dilemma. Missouri’s foundation formula – the system used to determine how much state aid to give to schools – is based on a combination of components, including student attendance figures and academic achievement. During […]
Missouri man who pointed pistol at police officer during foot chase sentenced to 9 years in prison
A Springfield, Missouri, man who pointed a loaded pistol at police officers during a car and foot chase was sentenced in federal court for illegally possessing a firearm. Matthew D. Billingslea, 31, was sentenced by U.S. District Judge M. Douglas Harpool to nine years in federal prison without parole. On Sept. 11, 2019, Billingslea pleaded […]
Missouri man sentenced to 20 years in prison for distributing heroin that caused fatal overdose
An Oak Grove, Missouri, man was sentenced in federal court for distributing the heroin that resulted in the overdose death of an Arizona man visiting his family in Lee’s Summit, Missouri. Joshua Austin Leroux, 35, was sentenced by U.S. Chief District Judge Beth Phillips to 20 years in federal prison without parole. On Nov. 13, […]
North Central Missouri Children’s Advocacy Center cancels Champagne and Diamonds Masquerade
The North Central Missouri Children’s Advocacy Center of Trenton has canceled its Champagne and Diamonds Masquerade Event scheduled for Saturday, June 13, 2020. The event was originally scheduled to be held at the Chillicothe Elks Lodge April 18th and was postponed to Saturday, June 13th. Contact the North Central Missouri Children’s Advocacy Center for more […]
Trenton R-9 Board of Education reorganizes at lengthy meeting on Tuesday
The Trenton R-9 Board of Education reorganized the evening of Tuesday, June 9, 2020, after certifying the results of the June 2nd election, and incoming board members receiving the oath of office. Board Secretary Susan Leeper administered the oath of office to Andy Burress and incumbent Corey Leeper. Incumbent Brandon Gibler was absent. With Gibler and […]
Missouri State Highway Patrol to graduate 21 troopers
The superintendent of the Missouri State Highway Patrol, Colonel Eric Olson has announced that 21 troopers will graduate from the Patrol’s Law Enforcement Academy on Friday, June 26, 2020. The ceremony is by invitation only due to the coronavirus guidelines but will be available to the public and the media via Facebook live. The ceremony […]
NCMC to hold tryouts for college mascot Cap’n Patch
North Central Missouri College mascot try outs for Cap’n Patch the Pirate will be held in late summer or early fall. Two students will be selected for the 2020-2021 academic year. Each student selected as a mascot will receive a $700 scholarship awarded through the NCMC Foundation. The scholarship can be used for tuition, fees, […]
Princeton City Council approves farmers market on square
The Princeton City Council the evening of Monday, June 8th approved a farmers market using the Princeton Square Saturday mornings. City Clerk Danette Snapp reports the farmers market has been meeting Saturdays but not within the city limits. The council also approved the Princeton Chamber of Commerce using the ball field for a July 4th […]
Election results certified, new council members sworn in, mowing of property not owned by city all topics of Trenton City Council meeting
Election results were certified by ordinance and the oaths of office were given to four newly-elected city councilmen. Sworn in at the city hall ceremony were Councilman Kevin Klinginsmith in First Ward; Marvin Humphreys in Second Ward; Dave Mlika in Third Ward; and Duane Urich in Fourth Ward. They join four holdover members. The council […]
Audio: Remnants of Tropical Storm Cristobal to bring widespread rain, possible severe weather to north Missouri
The remnants of Tropical Storm Cristobal are moving into Missouri, prompting watches. The National Hurricane Center said in its 4 a.m. update the center of the storm is about 80 miles southeast of Springfield, Mo., and has maximum sustained winds of 30 mph. A flash flood watch is in effect for areas in and near […]
Missouri Congressman Blaine Luetkemeyer: “Defunding police departments not the way to go”
Since the death of George Floyd of Minnesota, some elected officials are being asked whether to defund police departments. Most Minneapolis City Council members say they support dismantling their police department and putting the funding toward affordable housing and battling opioid and mental health problems. East-central Missouri Congressman Blaine Luetkemeyer tells Missourinet affiliate KWIX in […]
FCS Financial announces scholarship recipients
FCS Financial has awarded three scholarships to rural Missouri nurses to complete the Agrisafe Nurse Scholar education series. One scholarship recipient is from Trenton, Jena Eads, a registered nurse at Wright Memorial Hospital. Other recipients of an FCS scholarship are Katie Krohn – quality management lead at the regional medical center in Kirksville and Carla […]
Audio: Trenton City Administrator provides updates on improvements at sewer and water plants
In a recent interview, City Administrator and Utility DirectorRon Urton provided an update on improvements made at the sewer plant, water, and sewer line issues as well as the transformer upgrades at the substations in Trenton. Regarding the sewer plant itself, Urton was asked for updates on the disinfection project as well as […]
Kansas man arrested for attacking officers during protest at Country Club Plaza charged with illegal firearm
A Kansas City, Kansas, man who initially was arrested after throwing water bottles at police officers during protests at the Country Club Plaza was charged in federal court with illegally possessing a firearm. “Hijacking a peaceful protest by attacking police officers engaged in their duty to protect the public carries significant consequences in this district,” […]
Missouri man sentenced to 14 years in prison for role in methamphetamine conspiracy
An Independence, Missouri, man was sentenced in federal court for his role in a conspiracy to distribute methamphetamine. Daniel W. Pendergrass, 42, was sentenced by U.S. District Judge Brian C. Wimes to 14 years and one month in federal prison without parole. On June 12, 2019, Pendergrass pleaded guilty to participating in a conspiracy to […]