The Linn County Commission has extended the county’s “Stay-at-Home” order to be in line with Governor Mike Parson’s state order. The Linn County order was originally to last until April 24th at 8 o’clock in the morning. Now the order will last until the morning of May 3rd at 8 o’clock. The Linn County order […]
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Audio: Time capsule discovered under cornerstone at Milan High School gives up its secrets
A time capsule was discovered under the cornerstone of the Milan C-2 High School building last week. Superintendent Ben Yocom says part of the construction process at the school involved the contractor removing the cornerstone from 1925, so it would not be covered when the existing and new buildings are connected. The time […]
USDA unveils tool to help rural communities address COVID-19 pandemic
U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Sonny Perdue unveiled a one-stop-shop of federal programs that can be used by rural communities, organizations, and individuals impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. The COVID-19 Federal Rural Resource Guide (PDF, 349 KB) is a first-of-its-kind resource for rural leaders looking for federal funding and partnership opportunities to help address this pandemic. “Under […]
Blunt announces $27.7 million in Coronavirus Response Grants for 29 Missouri community health centers
Senator Roy Blunt, the co-chair of the Senate Community Health Center Caucus, announced that the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has awarded more than $27 million in coronavirus response grant funding to 29 Missouri community health centers (CHCs). The funding will help CHCs meet staffing needs, and prevent, diagnose, and treat coronavirus patients. […]
Mayor Linda Crooks issues Executive Order for Trenton residents to “Stay-at-Home”
The Mayor of Trenton, Linda Crooks, says she supports the new Stay-at-Home order issued by Governor Mike Parson and Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services director Randall Williams. The Mayor today issued her executive order for Trenton city officials in support of the statewide order aimed at taking action to reduce the possible exposure […]
Video: Missouri Governor Mike Parson issues statewide “Stay-at-Home” order
Governor Parson today issued a statewide stay-at-home order in response to the coronavirus. During today’s Capitol press conference, he says the order takes effect first thing Monday and is scheduled to continue through April 24. His order still allows Missourians to do essential activities like going to the grocery store, gas station, bank and doing […]
Trenton R-9 School District staff to hold “Faculty Parade”
Trenton R-9 staff will travel throughout Trenton next week during a parade. The Faculty Parade will start at Rissler Elementary School Monday evening at 6 o’clock, head north and east to the Lake Trenton area and back. A map of the route is located below this article in PDF format which can be enlarged for […]
Governor Parson suspends late penalties for concealed carry license renewals
Gov. Mike Parson has signed an executive order suspending late penalties for concealed carry license renewals. During Thursday’s Capitol press conference, Parson says the order waives the requirement that sheriffs enforce the penalties. “These people should not be penalized for staying home like they’ve been asked to,” says Parson. “This executive order not only promotes […]
THS faculty and administrators to begin checking on students and families
Trenton High School Principal Kasey Bailey reports faculty and administrators will check on students and families this week to make sure they have access to lessons posted to Google Classroom. Part of the effort is to identify families that do not have regular and reliable access to the internet. Families that have that problem are […]
Gilman City School District extends closure to April 30, 2020
The Gilman City R-4 School District has extended its closure due to COVID-19 concerns. The school district is now to be closed through April 30th, and classes are scheduled to resume May 1st. Classes were originally planned to resume next week. Superintendent Roger Alley wrote in a letter that the decision to extend the closure […]
Liberty Utilities replacing aging gas infrastructure in Trenton
Liberty Utilities is replacing the aging natural gas infrastructure in Trenton. The project is expected to last until early fall. The company, formerly known as Empire, reports the maintenance will improve the delivery and reliability of natural gas service for its customers. A map of the project on the gas company’s website (you may also […]
Linn County Health Department confirms first case of COVID-19
The Linn County Health Department has confirmed the first positive case of the Coronavirus. The test result came from a private lab. The health department of Linn County reports the patient is self-isolating to decrease the risk of exposing others. The department also stated it will provide no other information regarding the report. The health […]
Chillicothe officials close facilities in city parks system
By executive order from Chillicothe Mayor Theresa Kelly, several facilities in the Chillicothe Parks System will close to public use effective immediately due to concerns of COVID-19 and in line with city, county, state, and federal guidelines and recommendations. Chillicothe playgrounds, fitness equipment, shelter houses, and restroom facilities will be closed until further notice. The […]
City of St. Joseph confirms two cases of COVID-19
The City of St. Joseph, in a press release, has today confirmed two positive cases of COVID-19 in the community. The first positive is a female in her twenties and is staying at home with family in St. Joseph. The individual has a recent travel history. The individual reported to the Clinton County testing site […]
Governor Parson mobilizes National Guard in Missouri’s fight against COVID-19
Gov. Mike Parson has signed an executive order to begin having Missouri National Guard members aid in the state’s battle against COVID-19. In a press release, Parson says soldiers will help to provide more immediate resources to Missourians and enhance the state’s ability to overcome the global pandemic. Parson made the decision after conferring with […]
North Central Missouri College cancels Scholarship Reception
The North Central Missouri College Foundation hosts the NCMC Scholarship Reception each spring to honor all Foundation and institutional scholarship recipients, scholarship donors, alumni, faculty, and staff. The reception was originally scheduled for March 25th and then postponed to April 22, however, with NCMC taking further preventative and proactive measures by suspending in-person classes until […]
Trenton City Council to hold special meeting tonight via Zoom video conference
The Trenton City Council will meet in special session, Monday, March 23, 2020, at 7:00 pm via Zoom video conferencing. On the agenda will be Resolution No. 2020-1, a resolution of the city of Trenton, declaring a state of emergency within the city and order to employ measures to protect public life, health, safety and […]