Main Street Chillicothe has received a $5,000 grant from the Livingston County Community Foundation to continue revitalization work in the Arts District in Downtown Chillicothe. The revitalization on Locust Street from Clay to Ann streets focuses on art-based revitalization, such as creative crosswalks and sidewalks, trees, benches, flowers, signage, and lights. Main Street Chillicothe Executive […]
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Chillicothe Police Department responds to vehicle striking building
Chillicothe Police Wednesday morning responded to an injury accident that involved a vehicle striking a building in the 800 block of First Street. A police report indicates a vehicle driven by Connie Sowder was attempting to park in front of the business and her foot apparently slipped off the brake onto the gas pedal. Officers […]
Audio: Trenton Rotary Club offering flag sponsorships along Missouri Day Parade route
The Trenton Rotary Club has sponsorships available for American and Missouri flags that line the Missouri Day Parade route and the Ninth Street Bridge. Rotary Club member Brian Upton says businesses or individuals can sponsor a four by six-foot flag to commemorate or memorialize someone for three years for $50.00 with proceeds going to the […]
Grundy County Commission seeking finance proposals
The Grundy County Commission is seeking proposals for lease and purchase financing of a 2018 John Deere 210G excavator. Proposals must be submitted to the Commission by the morning of October 23rd at 9 o’clock. Details are available by contacting the County Clerk’s Office in the courthouse at 700 Main Street in Trenton or at […]
Area rivers expected to crest above flood stage, many area roads closed
The National Weather Service reports moderate flooding is occurring today for the Grand River at locations near Chillicothe and Sumner with minor flooding listed for the Grand River at Pattonsburg and Gallatin as well as the Thompson River at Trenton. The weather service is predicting river crests that could change depending on additional rain. The […]
Newtown man charged with felony manslaughter in Memorial Day crash that resulted in Trenton man’s death
A Memorial Day fatality accident at Trenton has now led to a felony manslaughter charge filed in Grundy County Circuit Court against the driver of a truck that, officers said, struck a utility vehicle at an intersection. Online court information shows a charge of involuntary manslaughter was filed Friday, October 5th, 2018 by Grundy County’s […]
Updated 8:15 am: Continuing rain causing area rivers and creeks to flood
Continuing rain has caused creek and river levels to rise, also likely spilling over onto roads that are prone to flooding. As of 8:15 am Monday morning, a Grundy County Emergency alert has been issued advising several roads are flooded with motorists advised to use caution when driving. In the Trenton area, a caller told KTTN […]
Planned road work in Northern Missouri for the week of October 8, 2018
The following is a listing of general highway maintenance and construction work in North Missouri planned for the week of October 8 – 14 from the Missouri Department of Transportation. In addition to the work listed below, there may be other road work conducted throughout the region. Many of these will be moving operations and […]
Tree removal in Chillicothe prompts street closure
M and M Utilities of Chillicothe will begin removal of trees in Chillicothe next week as part of the street projects for 2018. Hickory Street will be closed from Third to First Street during the tree removal in the area starting Monday and until further notice. Questions should be directed to Chillicothe Street Superintendent Jeff […]
Solid Waste Collection Event to be held Saturday, October 6 in Trenton
Grundy County residents can dispose of special waste items banned from landfills at a collection event on Saturday, October 6th. The solid waste can be brought to the warehouse at 807 East Seventh Street in Trenton from 9 o’clock to noon. Items accepted for a fee include clean tires free of debris, appliances, computer systems, […]
Twenty-two bands to compete in Cameron MarchFest
Twenty-two bands will participate in the first ever Cameron MarchFest this month. The event on October 20th will feature parade, field show, indoor drumline, and color guard competitions. The parade competition begins at 9 o’clock in the morning with the parade to travel six blocks through Downtown Cameron, around McCorkle Park, and down Third Street. […]
Trenton Park Board hears report on Trenton Aquatic Center
The Trenton Park Board heard reports on the Trenton Family Aquatic Center and several updates at a meeting Wednesday evening. Aquatic Center Manager Alexis Whitney said the pool had a “successful Summer”, which she attributed to high temperatures. She reported about $73,000 was generated from the front desk and concession stand, which was up around […]
City of Trenton seeking bids for crane services
The City of Trenton is accepting bids for crane services. Bids will be accepted at the Trenton City Hall until the afternoon of October 25th at 2 o’clock. Specifications and more information can be obtained by calling Street Superintendent Martin Scheib at 660-359-6323.
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 […]
City of Trenton accepting bids on scrap metal
The City of Trenton is accepting bids for scrap metal from the former asphalt plant. Bids will be accepted at the Trenton City Hall until the afternoon of October 19th at 2 o’clock. Specifications and more information can be obtained by calling Street Superintendent Martin Scheib at 660-359-6323.
Trenton Board of Adjustments grants four requests
Trenton’s Board of Adjustments met Monday evening to consider requests for several variances. Four public hearings were held with all requests approved. James Smith received a 25-foot variance on the front yard setback to allow the construction of a porch and ramp at 506 Grundy Street. Kevin and Sharon Neff receive a 10-foot variance on the […]
Trenton Police Department to celebrate “National Coffee with a Cop Day”
The Trenton Police Department is pleased to announce that the “Third Annual National Coffee with a Cop Day” will be held on Wednesday, October 3, 2018, from 7:00 am to 9:00 am at McDonald’s, 1861 E. 9th Street, Trenton, Missouri. This is an excellent opportunity for citizens of the community to meet and visit with […]
Livingston County Commission to hold public hearing on road closure in Avalon
The Livingston County Commission will hold a road closing hearing next week regarding a road in Fairview Township. Livingston County Clerk Sherry Parks reports the hearing is the first of two required for the closure of Pine Street in Avalon. The hearing will be held at the courthouse in Chillicothe Tuesday morning at 11 o’clock. […]
MoDOT planned road work in North Missouri for week of October 1, 2018
The following is a listing of general highway maintenance and construction work in North Missouri planned for the week of October 1 – 7 from the Missouri Department of Transportation. In addition to the work listed below, there may be other road work conducted throughout the region. Many of these will be moving operations and […]
Driver examination stations to close for meeting
Several driver examination stations will be closed due to a mandatory meeting on October 24, 2018. Those stations involved in the meeting and closing for the day include: Chillicothe, 917 Jackson Street, Chillicothe Savannah, 12737 State Highway E, Savannah Bethany, 1501 Central Street, Bethany Normal testing hours will resume on the regularly scheduled days.