A precautionary boil advisory has been issued for an area of Mercer County following repairs on Tuesday to a water line. Mercer County Public Water Supply District lists the advisory for customers on Route C between the intersections of Route C and Florence Street and Route C and Foghorn Street. The advisory also includes those […]
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Unionville man charged with domestic violence and armed criminal action after threatening woman with samurai sword
A Unionville man faces two felonies after he allegedly threatened a woman with a samurai sword on South 22nd Street in Unionville on May 1st. Thirty-year-old Mark Anthony McCree has been charged with second-degree domestic assault and armed criminal action. Bond was set at $20,000 cash only and McCree is next scheduled for court on […]
Chillicothe man faces two felony charges after threatening to shoot neighbors
A Chillicothe man faces two felonies after an incident in the 600 block of Webster Street in Chillicothe on May 3rd in which he allegedly threatened to shoot his neighbors. Thirty-five-year-old Chamen Richard Bell has been charged with first-degree burglary and first-degree harassment. Bond was set at $50,000 cash only, no surety, and Supervision Services. […]
Trenton Planning and Zoning Commission recommends ordinance be drawn up for Downtown Historic Preservation District
The Trenton Planning and Zoning Commission May 3rd denied a request regarding a conditional use permit for construction of a 150-foot monopole at 212 East Seventh Street for wireless coverage. It also voted to recommend an ordinance be drawn up for a proposed Downtown Historic Preservation District. Deputy City Clerk Tracy Maberry reports the commission […]
Chillicothe Fire Department responds to address on Herriford Street
The Chillicothe Fire Department, early on Monday, shortly after 4 am, responded to a residence in the 200 block of Herriford where there was a report of a fire. Upon arrival, firefighters noted all occupants were outside, and the fire in a couch had been extinguished. The partially-burned coach was removed to the front yard, […]
Eagleville bicycle rider runs stop sign, crashes into SUV
An Eagleville boy was injured late Saturday afternoon when the bicycle he was riding hit a sports utility vehicle at an intersection in Eagleville. The 14-year old boy was taken by private vehicle to Harrison County Community Hospital in Bethany with moderate injuries. The driver of the SUV, 28-year old Alfred MaCali of Gladstone, was […]
Missouri man pleads guilty to multiple counts of possessing illegal firearms, drug trafficking; faces at least 20 years in prison
A Missouri man has pleaded guilty in federal court to multiple charges of illegally possessing firearms, including stolen firearms, and drug trafficking. Brandon L. Hill, 33, of Independence, Missouri, pleaded guilty before U.S. District Judge Greg Kays on Thursday, April 29, to three counts of being a felon in possession of a firearm, two counts […]
MoDOT planned road work in northern Missouri for the week of May 3, 2021
The following is a list of general highway maintenance and construction work the Missouri Department of Transportation has planned in north Missouri for the week of May 3 – 9. All road closures and planned roadwork may be viewed on the Traveler Information Map at http://traveler.modot.org/map/. Inclement weather may cause schedule changes in some of […]
Madison Troyer to serve as Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer at Life Options Green Hills
Life Options Green Hills Pregnancy + Health Center is pleased to announce that Madison Troyer of Chillicothe has been hired as the center’s Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS). Serving in this role, Mrs. Troyer has the opportunity to provide women a first glimpse of the child developing inside them. “Being able to see the instant […]
Three from Georgia charged with hate crimes and attempted kidnapping in the death of Ahmaud Arbery
Three Georgia men were indicted by a federal grand jury in the Southern District of Georgia and charged with hate crimes and the attempted kidnapping of Ahmaud Arbery. The indictment also charges two of the men with separate counts of using firearms during that crime of violence. Travis McMichael, 35; Travis’s father, Gregory McMichael, 65; […]
Audio: Tips for “Community Pride Cleanup week” from the Trenton Chamber of Commerce
Many areas of Trenton are being cleaned up by volunteers during the Trenton Chamber of Commerce “Community Pride Cleanup week.” Chamber Ambassador Sharon Barnett was a guest Monday on KTTN Open Line. Chamber of Commerce President Debbie Carman says the final week of April is selected for cleanup week as it occurs before […]
Spickard Fire Protection District responds to fire on Northwest 80th Street
The Spickard Fire Protection District responded to a bean stubble fire on Northwest 80th Street Tuesday afternoon, April 27th. Firefighter Melody Chapman reports about two acres burned on the west side of the railroad tracks on the north side of the road. Two trucks with four personnel responded using approximately 350 gallons of water to […]
Chillicothe City Council approves amended budget and bid for new pickup
The Chillicothe City Council approved several ordinances on April 26th. One ordinance involved amending the 2020-2021 fiscal budget. City Administrator Darin Chappell reports the expenditures were amended, and the city did not spend as much as it thought it would. Two of three ordinances regarding additional engineering services were approved. The two that were approved […]
DEA announces new initiative called “Project Wave Breaker” to disrupt flow of fentanyl into the United States
The Drug Enforcement Administration announced a new initiative, Project Wave Breaker, to disrupt the flow of deadly fentanyl into the United States. Project Wave Breaker will direct interdiction, enforcement, and outreach efforts to high-impact areas to disrupt the flow of fentanyl in and around the United States. The initiative will also employ analytical intelligence assets […]
Fundraising continues for 2021 fireworks display on Independence Day in Trenton
Fundraising continues for the community fireworks display being planned as part of the 2021 Independence Day activities on Friday, July 2. A committee of local residents is coordinating the fundraising effort through the Trenton Area Chamber of Commerce. Chairperson Diane Lowrey said the committee hopes to raise between $4,000 to $5,000 for the show, which […]
Trenton City Council presented reports on 17th Street Bridge, work at airport and water plant basins
Construction work is progressing on the new 17th Street Bridge in Trenton. City Administrator Ron Urton told the city council that the bridge deck (or flooring was poured on Monday night). The retaining wall at the west end is what Urton called about 75-percent complete. Work will then involve placing fill for the roadway at both […]
Livingston County Sheriff’s Department and Chillicothe Police Department to operate from same building
The Livingston County Sheriff’s Office and Chillicothe Police Department have announced plans to operate out of the same building. Sheriff Steve Cox and Police Chief Jon Maples brought the plans to the city administrator and county commission, and the plans are moving forward. The goal date for moving is May 10th. The Chillicothe Police Department […]
Trenton Building and Nuisance Board accept resignation from board; address light agenda
At the beginning of Monday night’s meeting of the Trenton Building and Nuisance Board, Mayor Linda Crooks announced Danny Matthews was resigning from the board. Matthews was present for his final meeting, and Mayor Crooks thanked him for his service on the board. The Building and Nuisance Board voted to advance 604 Linn Street to […]
Trenton City Council presented proposal for placement of memorial bench for Elvin Noel; approve budget amendments
Trenton City Council on Monday night heard a proposal on the placement of a memorial bench downtown to honor the late longtime businessman Elvin Noel. Noel died in March of 2017 after owning and operating Howard’s for about 45 years. Although his home was in Gallatin, Noel also had been an active member of the […]