A second northwest Missouri man has been charged with animal abuse in connection with a gruesome pet slaying case. Dalton Peve of Hopkins has been charged with animal abuse as well as torture or mutilation of an animal in connection with the April 21 case involving a dog being hung alive by a […]
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Thompson Farm field day, scheduled for September 17th, adds forest value to beef genetics studies
New research results will be featured at a September 17th field day at the University of Missouri Thompson Farm, Spickard. Woodland improvements on a beef farm will be the newest show-and-tell at the annual event, says Jon Schreffler, MU farm manager. Wooded acres now provide income from timber harvest. Dusty Walter, MU forester, will share […]
Chillicothe Police Department seeking tips on stolen UTV
The Chillicothe Police Department is asking for tips and information in reference to a missing utility terrain vehicle. The police department reports officers took a report of a stolen Polaris General UTV from the area that is 1 block of East Jackson Street Tuesday afternoon. The UTV is believed to have been stolen between Sunday […]
24 tips for packing a healthy, affordable lunch
Parents often go to great lengths during the school year to be sure their children have the right equipment—pens, notebooks, clothing—to make it through the day. “Proper nutrition is also a key ingredient for school success because it fuels brain cells and gives your child the energy and nutrients he or she needs for optimal […]
Check data systems before harvest to ensure best results
University of Missouri Extension natural resource engineer Kent Shannon offers tips for collecting farm yield data prior to harvest. Back up yield data from the previous season. Copy each season’s data to a unique folder. Maintain several backup copies of the display/raw data in different locations to prevent losses from theft, damage or modification. Delete […]
Missouri farmer profits from direct marketing, rotational grazing
Like other livestock farmers trying to make a living in the grasp of a severe drought, Adam Boman was on the road to Kansas City in early August to market some of his cattle. But Boman, owner of Good Life Grass Farms, was only transporting the few cows he direct markets each month. The others […]
UPDATE: Chillicothe teen found safe
UPDATE: Sunday, July 29, 2018. According to the Chillicothe Police Department, Kaleb has been located safe! We have no further details at this time. Chillicothe police are reporting a fifteen-year-old Chillicothe boy is missing. Police are attempting to locate 15-year-old Kaleb Robert Curtis, who was reported missing from the 600 block of Commercial Street. Matthew […]
Trenton Municipal Utilities to collect water samples to be tested for lead
Water samples will again be taken during the next few days as tests are conducted on the city of Trenton water supply. Trenton Municipal Utilities will provide bottles to a selected group of 40 residential customers from across the city. Utility Director Ron Urton says it’s the same 40 TMU customers who provided water samples […]
Have an enjoyable but safe Independence Day
Summer is synonymous with barbecues, parades and fireworks displays. But along with all the festivities are plenty of visits to emergency rooms – especially during July. In 2016, at least four people died and about 11,100 were injured badly enough to require medical treatment after fireworks-related incidents, according to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. And while the […]
Livingston County Sheriff seeks tips on stolen vehicle
The Livingston County Sheriff’s Office is seeking information on a stolen car that was set ablaze and left in Livingston County. Sheriff Steve Cox reports the sheriff’s office began an investigation Tuesday, June 5th on the car reported to be abandoned near LIV 214 east of Route V. The car was stolen in Johnson County, […]
Livingston County Sheriff seeking tips regarding vandalism case
The Livingston County Sheriff’s Department recently began investigating a significant amount of vandalism to a vehicle and heavy machinery that were on a farm property south of Ludlow. Damaged was a Case Dozer, Komatsu Track Hoe, and a white colored GMC pickup. The pickup was destroyed and extensive damage was reported to the heavy machinery. […]
Beware scams as new Medicare cards arrive in mailboxes
New Medicare cards are on their way to everyone enrolled in the program. Cards will be mailed automatically and free of charge, however, people should be wary of anyone calling to offer assistance with the cards or to request money or personal information, says Brenda Procter, University of Missouri associate extension professor. “Any time changes […]
Springfield man faces at least 15 years in prison for child sexual Exploitation, illegal firearm
A Springfield, Mo., man pleaded guilty in federal court to the sexual exploitation of a child and to illegally possessing a firearm. Corey Dean Frasher, 42, of Springfield, pleaded guilty before U.S. District Judge M. Douglas Harpool to the charges contained in an April 6, 2017, federal indictment. Frasher remains in federal custody. The investigation […]
Boat dock owners encouraged to check docks for safety issues
Boat dock owners are highly encouraged to take the necessary precautions to make their dock safe from stray electrical current. Tingling and numbness in the extremities while swimming in the water has been a common statement made by individuals who survived incidents involving electrical current near docks. Swimming away from any dock suspected to be […]
Livingston County Sheriff seeks tips to identify driver
The Livingston County Sheriff’s Department is asking for help in identifying the driver of a pickup truck who allegedly fled from a deputy at a high rate of speed. Sheriff Steve Cox reports a deputy attempted to stop the pickup for a traffic violation on U. S. Highway 65 in the south part of Livingston […]
Mowing season begins on Missouri roads
Missouri Department of Transportation crews will soon begin mowing roadsides across the state. “Our mowing focuses on visibility and safety,” said MoDOT State Maintenance Engineer Becky Allmeroth. “Motorists will see tractor mowers near the shoulder of interstates and other busy roadways. Please watch out for our crews, slow down and don’t drive distracted.” Major and […]
Medicare removing Social Security Numbers from cards
The Missouri SMP (Senior Medicare Patrol) is joining with federal officials in a new campaign to help seniors protect their identity and help prevent health care fraud by guarding their Medicare cards like they would credit cards. According to the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid, identity theft from stolen Medicare numbers is becoming more common. […]
Livingston County Sheriff seeks tips on cases of vandalism and theft
The Livingston County Sheriff’s Office has investigated 11 separate reports of damaged or stolen mailboxes in the northeast part of Livingston County. Sheriff Steve Cox reports the majority of the crimes took place north and east of Chillicothe and in the Wheeling area. He says those involved with the crimes face jail or prison time. […]
Rissler Elementary Principal offers tips to transition students from school to Summer
With Summer break starting soon for students, Rissler Elementary School Principal Jennie Boon has eight tips for families to help them make an easy transition from school year to summer. First, she advises children and parents to review summer plans made and brainstorm ways to address gaps. She says a student’s routine should be revamped […]
May is Motorcycle Safety Month
May is Motorcycle Safety Month and favorable weather seems to be an invitation to motorcyclists to go for a ride. It’s important for motorcyclists to take an active role in their safety so keep these suggestions in mind when you’re on the road: * Be visible. Motorists often have a hard time seeing you so […]