The Missouri Board of Education discussed Tuesday the obstacles and additional workload that teachers and other school workers are dealing with this year. Member Don Claycomb said he expects a much greater number of teachers to leave the profession due to the COVID-19 pandemic. “Apparently some feel pushed to the wall,” he said. Missouri already […]
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Man charged in connection with shots fired at Budget Host Motel in Kirksville
A Georgia man has been charged in Adair County following Kirksville police responding to the Budget Host Motel the morning of Saturday, October 17th in reference to a report of gunshots fired. Online court information shows 32-year-old Markeyon Ricardo Rogers of Columbus, Georgia faces the felonies of unlawful use of a weapon—while intoxicated—loaded weapon and […]
Grundy County Commission tables approval of snow removal bids; ten firms announce interest in designing 911 system
The Grundy County Commission on Tuesday morning, October 20th tabled approval of snow removal bids until further details can be acquired from the two parties who submitted bids. Chris and Danny Gott’s bid included $500 for snow removal and ice melt application at the courthouse, prosecuting attorney’s office, and law enforcement center as well as […]
Grundy County Health Department reports 48 active COVID-19 cases as of Monday, October 19, 2020
Grundy County Health Department on Monday morning reported there are 48 active cases of the COVID-19. That’s out of a total number of 315 cases since testing began earlier this year with 232 tests confirmed as positive and 83 listed as probable. The health department reports there have been 13 deaths in Grundy County attributed […]
Two-vehicle rollover crash on Highway 36 leaves one dead and two injured
A two-vehicle rollover accident Sunday on Highway 36 in Caldwell County has killed a resident of Illinois and injured two other people. Sixty-five-year-old Leanne Mast of Lansing, Illinois was a passenger in a car driven by 67-year-old John Mast, also of Lansing Illinois. Leanne Mast was pronounced dead at the Liberty Hospital two hours after […]
Missouri woman pleads guilty to financial exploitation of elderly and stealing, will pay over $9,000 in restitution
Missouri Attorney General Eric Schmitt announced that on October 15, 2020, Tashe Beach pled guilty in the Circuit Court of St. Louis City to two class D felonies of Abuse of a Person Receiving Health Care, one Class C felony of Financial Exploitation of Elderly Persons, one Class D felony of Financial Exploitation of Elderly […]
Winners announced in Missouri Day Virtual Marching Festival competition
Oak Grove High School won the Buddy and Karla Hannaford sweepstakes award for overall top performance at the Missouri Days Virtual Marching Festival. Instead of the normal practice of having in-person competition in Trenton, videos submitted by the participating schools were judged in the areas of Parade, Field Show, and the indoor categories of auxiliary […]
Will St. Louis lead the charge in Approval Voting?
During historically divisive times, one Missouri city could be moving toward a nonpartisan way of electing its leaders. St. Louis voters will decide on Proposition D on the November 3 ballot. It would create a nonpartisan primary system, and implement what’s known as “approval voting” in municipal elections. Mallory Rusch, campaign manager for STL Approves, the group […]
Former Missouri business owner sentenced to 8-years in prison without parole for $30 million fraud schemes
A former Missouri business owner was sentenced in federal court for a series of fraud schemes totaling more than $30 million. “This white-collar thief maintained his lavish lifestyle by stealing millions of dollars from his clients, partners, and lenders to build expensive homes, buy luxurious cars, and take numerous vacations,” said U.S. Attorney Tim Garrison. […]
More details released regarding Texas man’s suicide in Livingston County
Livingston County Sheriff Steve Cox reports his office has made progress with a suicide investigation from Tuesday, October 13th involving a man from Texas. Law enforcement has learned the man, who was previously identified as a military veteran, had been residing in Chillicothe with another person. The man was previously thought to be homeless. The […]
Managing cover crops before corn focus of MU Strip Trial Program
The University of Missouri Extension is looking for farmers to participate in cover crop trials as part of the “MU Certified” Strip Trial Program. MU Extension nutrient management specialist John Lory, who leads the program, said this year’s farmer panel approved trials focused on improving the management of cover crops, particularly ahead of corn. “The […]
Chillicothe City Council offers employment as police officers to two individuals
The Chillicothe City Council took action in an executive session Monday regarding personnel. Cole Smith and Amanda Bowen were offered employment as full-time police officers contingent upon successful completion of the Police Academy and pre-employment physicals. Their estimated start date is December 7th.
Gallatin Board of Aldermen discuss service fee for utilities; hear request for dog breed exception
The Gallatin Board of Aldermen this week discussed setting a cost of service fee for electricity, water, and sewer for apartments and commercial buildings that are currently single-metered properties but have multiple apartments and/or businesses utilizing services. Howard Bailey II and Scott Crose shared concerns with the additional cost of service fees for businesses at […]
Trenton Police Department needs your help with “Shop With a Cop”
The Trenton Police Department is accepting donations for its Eighth Annual Shop with a Cop. The program allows children to have positive interactions with law enforcement. It also assists children in their time of need during the Christmas season. The Trenton Police are developing strategies to lower the risk of exposure to COVID-19 during the […]
Resident of Platte City hopes to become first Democrat to represent far northern Missouri in Congress in 20-years
The Democrat running against U.S. Rep. Sam Graves, R-Tarkio, in northern Missouri battled COVID this year and says a mask mandate early on could have saved lives. Platte City resident Gena Ross won the August Democratic nomination and is facing Graves, a dean of Missouri’s congressional delegation. Ross is an adjunct professor at Baker University […]
Missouri Governor continues efforts to combat violent crime
Combating violent crime has been a priority for Governor Mike Parson and his administration. Over the past year alone, he and his administration have taken several steps to address the issue, invest state resources, and protect the safety of Missourians. “As Governor and a former law enforcement officer for more than 22 years, protecting the […]
“Public Information Open House” to be held in Milan regarding updates to impact statements for East Locust Creek Reservoir
What’s called a “Public Information Open House” is scheduled next month in Milan regarding updates to the environmental impact statement for the East Locust Creek Reservoir in Sullivan County. A draft of the environmental statement includes the construction of a multipurpose reservoir in Sullivan County to be a water source and offer recreational opportunities. An […]
Laredo Board of Education reviews budget, sets Halloween parade for October 28th
The Laredo R-7 Board of Education approved policy updates on the evening of Wednesday, October 14th. There was a second reading of a Missouri School Boards Association Title 9 policy update. Other topics discussed included snow removal bids, building and grounds improvement, transportation, an eighth-grade trip on April 30th, and Laredo graduation on May 10th. […]
Trenton and Chillicothe police departments warning residents of Medicare scam
The Trenton and Chillicothe police departments are warning of scams related to Medicare and government officials. The Trenton Police advise you to hang up if someone calls claiming to be from Medicare and asks for your social security number or bank information to get a new card or benefits. Residents are asked to not provide […]