The Grundy County Rural Fire Protection District responded to two calls on the morning of Wednesday, August 26th. One involved a hog barn owned by Smithfield on Route B west of Trenton, which is described as a total loss. Fire Chief Kenny Roberts reports about 700 to 800 hogs were inside the barn, and most […]
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Gallatin Board of Aldermen notified of fiber optic cable installation by Grundy Electric
The Gallatin Board of Aldermen approved an ordinance Monday, August 24th regarding an update to an interfund transfer ordinance. City Administrator Lance Rains reported the update was needed because the United States Department of Agriculture Rural Development wanted some of the wording changed. The update involved a few minor changes, including adding that the city […]
Gilman City Board of Education sets tax rate
The Gilman City R-4 Board of Education has set the district’s tax rate at $5.0298 per $100 of assessed valuation. A school representative reports that is an increase of .01 cents from last year. The board approved the local compliance plan, conflict of interest policy, and annual secretary of the board report. Principal Jill Sperry […]
TMU issues boil advisory for area of Pleasant Plain
Trenton Municipal Utilities has set a precautionary boil advisory for an area of Pleasant Plain that was under a prior boil advisory. Affected by the advisory are water customers on Pleasant Plain from East 17th to East 20th street. TMU reports the advisory is due to a water sample that did not meet standards. The […]
Trenton City Council discusses, then requests more information on potential increases in water and wastewater rates
The Trenton City Council listened, had a discussion, then requested more information on potential increases in water and wastewater rates to go toward financing possible future projects described as needed sooner than later at Trenton. Comparison of water and sewer rates were provided on some two dozen communities, some with higher rates, others with lower […]
Missouri State Highway Patrol to be out in force on roads and waterways during Labor Day weekend
As you plan your Labor Day weekend, incorporate safety into every facet, choosing your route, making sure your equipment is in good working condition, being aware of and following Missouri’s traffic and boating laws, driving your vehicle or vessel courteously, and wearing a seat belt or a life jacket. Help ensure a safer Labor Day […]
Trenton City Council, Building and Nuisance Board set to meet on Monday evening
Meetings are scheduled Monday night at Trenton City Hall for the Building and Nuisance Board as well as the Trenton City Council. The 6 o’clock agenda for the building board lists ten addresses of concern. To be reviewed are 604 Linn, 812 Grant, 1113 to 1115 Main, 1109 Main; 1814 Hillcrest; and 813 Olive. New […]
TMU re-issues boil advisory for portion of Trenton
Trenton Municipal Utilities has announced a precautionary boil advisory that has been re-issued through Friday night, August 21, for an area of Trenton. Water Plant Operator Steve Reid reports the extension is due to some water samples testing positive and not meeting water standards. Customers who have the boil advisory until 8 o’clock tonight include […]
Trenton’s Utility Committee to suggest relay repairs and breaker testing to City Council
Besides reports, Trenton’s Utility Committee has approved recommendations and motions that are expected to receive full city council considerations. Trenton Municipal Utilities Director Ron Urton reports one recommendation going on to the city council is to replace relays are both the south and north substations this year. Urton noted the cost comes in less than […]
Gallatin and Unionville awarded grants by Department of Natural resources
The Missouri Department of Natural Resources has awarded $40,000 Clean Water Engineering Report Grants to the cities of Gallatin and Unionville. The grants offer funding to qualifying small communities to help cover engineering costs for evaluating water and wastewater system improvements. The cities will use their grants to identify wastewater system improvements needed to continue […]
Roadway north of 9th and Oklahoma intersection to be repaired when paver returns to Trenton
While about one half of the resurfacing for Highway 6 in Trenton has been done, the sidewalk replacement portion of the project is continuing east of the railroad bridge. Trenton city administrator Ron Urton has confirmed that the general contractor has moved on to another road project in the area but will return once the […]
Trenton Municipal Utilities announces planned water outage for Thursday, August 20th
Trenton Municipal Utilities reports water service will be interrupted for part of Trenton Thursday, August 20, 2020, due to tying in a new water main. Water is expected to be off from 8 o’clock to noon for East 17th Street from Chicago Street to Princeton Road, Princeton Road from East 17th to East 20th Street, Pleasant […]
Boil advisory issued for portion of Mercer County
Mercer County Public Water Supply District Number 1 has issued a boil advisory for the southeast part of Mercer County until further notice. The advisory affects the area from U. S. Highway 136 to the Grundy County line and from Route Y to the Sullivan County line.
Gallatin Board of Aldermen approve tax levy rates; special meeting to be held concerning water rates
The Gallatin Board of Aldermen approved an ordinance setting tax levy rates at a hearing prior to this week’s regular meeting. The rates were set at 64.01 cents for the General Fund, 22.77 cents for Parks and Recreation, and two cents for Band. The total assessed valuation is estimated to be $14,248,173 for the current […]
Audio: Bright Futures to hold “Back-to-School” event today
Distribution of backpacks and school supplies is just one activity planned for Thursday, August 13 when Bright Futures Trenton’s Grundy County holds a Back-to-School Event. Bright Futures Trenton Co-coordinator Lynn Griffin says backpacks and supplies for Trenton R-9 students will be given out in the First Christian Church Activity Center from noon until 6 o’clock. […]
Sullivan County Public Water Supply District issues boil order
Sullivan County Public Water Supply District Number 1 has issued a precautionary boil advisory due to a water main break. The advisory affects Sullivan Rural Water customers on Route V south of Route C to Venus Road. It includes Radcliffe, Shelby, Glacier, Tower, and Table roads as well as Hanover Drive. Those customers will be […]
Spickard Board of Aldermen set tax levy
The Spickard Board of Aldermen set the city’s tax levy and moved to purchase items the evening of Monday, August 10th. The tax levy was set at 99.17 cents per $100 of assessed valuation. The board approved motions to get a metal detector and chainsaw. City Clerk Amy Chapman reports prices were discussed, and it […]
Customers of Mercer County water district asked to conserve water
Mercer County Public Water Supply District Number 1 asks all of its customers to cut water usage to a minimum over the next few days as the Ravanna water tower is drained. A representative says the Ravanna water tower feeds other towers in the district.
Pleasant View R-6 School releases reopening plan for upcoming school year
The Pleasant View R-6 School District plans to reopen doors to students on August 26th with adjustments due to the COVID-19 pandemic. There are three phases of the school’s Reopening Plan based on if there are active cases of COVID-19 in the school. Pleasant View will begin the year in Phase 1. Phase 1 means […]