The Newtown-Harris R-3 Board of Education the evening of Monday, August 10th approved reopening procedures for staff and students. A Grundy County CARES Act agreement was also approved. Meal prices were increased by 10 cents. The increase applies to all student and adult breakfasts and lunches. Superintendent Lucas McKinnis was approved as the Migratory and […]
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Trenton Board of Education sets tax rate, approves meal price increase, moves first day of school
The Trenton R-9 Board of Education set the district’s tax rate prior to the regular board meeting the evening of Tuesday, August 11th. The proposed property tax rate was approved at $4.4135. That includes $3.5135 for the Incidental Fund and 90 cents for the debt service. This year’s tax levy is 28.65 cents higher than […]
Trenton City Council approves purchase of fence for fire training tower and camera for sewer department
Three purchases were approved at Monday nights’ meeting of the Trenton City Council. A purchase for fencing to surround the new fire training tower, along with another purchase that involves a specialized camera for the sewer department to inspect underground mains, and the third item is the purchase of shirts for council members to wear. […]
School re-entry plan approved by Princeton Board of Education
The Princeton R-5 Board of Education approved the proposed tax rate and a COVID-19 school reentry plan the evening of Monday, August 10th. The total tax rate for the 2020-2021 school year is $5.1649 per $100 of assessed value. That includes the incidental rate of $4.0317, debt service rate of 95.32 cents, and capital projects […]
Trenton City Council agenda includes fencing around fire training tower
The Trenton City Council will consider an ordinance next week that would approve an agreement with Challenger Fencing for the construction of a chain-link fence around the fire training tower in Trenton. The council meeting will be held virtually via Zoom at us02web.zoom.us/j/8450274722 the night of Monday, August 10th at 7 o’clock. Other items on […]
Jamesport Tri-County Board of Education amends attendance policy
The Jamesport Tri-County Board of Education approved an amendment to the attendance policy the evening of Thursday, August 6th after discussion of COVID-19 planning. All student absences will be excused with parent notification. The change was made so families would use the symptom checklist to screen students at home without fear of running out of […]
Trenton Administrative Committee to recommend new policy on liens placed on properties
A Trenton City Council committee is recommending a policy to reduce the dollar amount for liens placed on city-demolition properties. According to City Administrator Ron Urton, the Administrative Committee will recommend reducing the lien to 10% of the cost or $500 whichever is greater. Urton said city officials will investigate the possibility of restricting immediate […]
Trenton Administrative Committee to meet; council members to tour water treatment plant
A meeting of the administrative committee to the Trenton City Council has been announced for Tuesday evening, August 3, 2020. The 6 o’clock meeting will be open to the public at Trenton City Hall. It’s also to be available via the Zoom web application. Contact Trenton City Hall to receive the Zoom address. The agenda […]
Missouri primary election spotlight: Can the state afford to expand Medicaid?
A Medicaid expansion measure is one of the hot items at the ballot box in Tuesday’s primary election. Missouri voters will be asked whether to expand Medicaid to another 230,000 low-income adults. Currently, about 950,000 Missourians get government-funded healthcare. Under Amendment 2, Missouri adults earning up to $18,000 annually could qualify. The clash between those […]
NCMC Board of Trustees approve applying for CARES Act funding to curtail expenses from COVID-19
The North Central Missouri College Board of Trustees approved the evening of Tuesday, July 28th applying for Grundy County CARES Act funding to combat COVID-19 expenses. A Return to Fall Plan was also presented. NCMC President Doctor Lenny Klaver said the college could receive $89,000 in Grundy County CARES Act funding, which could be used […]
Trenton City Council addresses bulky trash items with owner of Rapid Removal at Monday meeting
Rapid Removal Owner Jim Watje and his attorney, Brad Grill, met with the Trenton City Council Monday night in an effort to reach an agreement regarding trash service complaints that the council has received. At the last meeting, the council requested the city attorney write a letter to Rapid Removal regarding specific concerns like refusing […]
Dollar Tree updates policy on customers wearing masks
Dollar Tree, Incorporated has reversed course on requiring shoppers to wear masks. A July 8th update on the company’s Coronavirus Response webpage indicates the company initially started requiring shoppers, vendors, and employees to wear masks. The company updated its mask policy last week to “request” face coverings in stores where state and local ordinances are […]
Grundy County Commission approves change to drug testing policy; addresses lengthy agenda at latest meeting
The Grundy County Commission approved changes Tuesday, July 21st to a drug testing policy for Grundy County employees. The changes were proposed by Tomo Drug Testing. Presiding Commissioner Phillip Ray notes Tomo has performed drug testing for county employees since 2009. The changes involve following future Department of Transportation regulation changes and non-DOT testing methodology. […]
Audio: Missouri’s governor signs major foster care legislation into law
Bipartisan legislation that aims to modernize Missouri’s foster care system and provides Medicaid coverage to homeless children was signed into law Monday by the governor in Jefferson City. State Rep. Sheila Solon, R-St. Joseph, who chairs the House Children and Families Committee, says it’s one of the most important bills she’s passed in her eight […]
Audio: Beef plant that opened in March increases workforce to 175 employees
Lone Jack is a small town of about 1,000 and is southeast of Lee’s Summit. It’s located in Jackson County. State Rep. Warren Love, R-Osceola, tells Missourinet that Republic Foods started operating the plant in March. He says it is processing about 250 head of beef cows per day. Missourinet contacted the company, which confirms […]
Carroll County Memorial Hospital modifies visitor policy for inpatients
Carroll County Memorial Hospital announced effective Monday, July 6, one visitor, who meets the qualifications below, will be allowed to see patients in our inpatient care unit. Under this modification, the Inpatient Care visitor policy is as follows: One visitor at a time Adult visitors only (18 and older) Visiting Hours are 4-7 p.m. Must […]
NCMC Board of Trustees presented report on COVID-19 back to campus plans; approve budgets
North Central Missouri College President Doctor Lenny Klaver provided a COVID-19 update to the Board of Trustees the evening of Tuesday, June 23rd. He said the college is working on back to campus plans. He wants to incorporate best practices and be quick to react to changes. The National Junior College Athletic Association has made […]
Livingston County 4-H member to serve as Executive Board President on State 4-H Council
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 […]
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 […]
Audio: Missouri lawmakers hope to see a cattle slaughter facility in Missouri
Two state lawmakers testified Thursday in Jefferson City that an effort is underway to get a cattle slaughter facility in Missouri. State Reps. Don Rone, R-Portageville, and Dan Shaul, R-Imperial, testified before the Joint Committee on Agriculture. Rone says he and Shaul participated in a conference call this week with retailers, grocers and meat wholesalers. “This would be […]