A new month means new movies and shows are added to Netflix, though you will have to say goodbye to many others. The first few days of the month are dominated by catalog movie titles featuring everything from the live-action Scooby-Doo films to the art house favorite “Chocolat”. The second half is a massive slate of original […]
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American Legion post in Trenton to host membership drive
American Legion Post Number 31 of Trenton is looking for new members to join the organization. Arnie Arneson with the American Legion says right now would be a good time to sign up, noting new members will not have to pay dues again until December 2019. New members will receive a ball cap with American […]
Two from Trenton to represent Missouri music students in Europe
Emma Gilham and Claire Utley are representing Missouri music students in Europe as part of the Missouri Music Ambassadors program with the young women to perform in England, France, Germany, and Switzerland. Both young women distinguished themselves in their performance ensembles. Claire was chosen as Assistant Concertmaster in the orchestra while Emma was selected for a […]
Gooseberry Festival event winners announced
The Green Hills Women’s Shelter sponsored the mean bean bag toss event Saturday during the Gooseberry Festival. Taking first place was Shawn Michael and Carlos Hendricks. Second place went to Kenton Kinney and Daniel Souders with third place going to David Sager and Aaron Davies. Quilts were displayed at The Space in downtown Trenton for viewing […]
Father and son deployed to Al Udeid Air Base during Father’s Day
Captain William Sarti and A1C Matthew Miller, both members of the Missouri Air National Guard, deployed to Al Udeid Air Base in Qatar as part of a rotation from the 131st Bomb Wing at Whiteman Air Force Base (Miller) and the 139th Airlift Wing at Rosecrans Memorial Airport in Saint Joseph Miller arrived in Qatar in […]
University of Missouri: Patients prefer to have cancer screenings despite risks and warnings
A large proportion of the American public opts to receive cancer screenings with the hope that testing will reduce their chance of cancer death. Now, a team led by University of Missouri psychological science researchers has determined that patients may want cancer screenings even if the potential harms outweigh the benefits. Researchers believe that clinicians […]
Green Hills Women’s Shelter to build new facility on South Johnson Drive
The Green Hills Women’s Shelter plans to open a new facility in Trenton. Women’s Shelter Board President Rex Ross says dirt should be turned soon at the location on South Johnson Drive south of where the Coca-Cola plant was. The facility will provide almost double the capacity of the current shelter in Trenton. Ross hopes […]
Rockhurst University announces partnership to provide educational opportunities to Chillicothe Correctional Center
Rockhurst University is announcing a partnership with the Missouri Department of Corrections to provide new educational opportunities for both incarcerated offenders and staff at the Chillicothe Correctional Center, an all-female facility with approximately 1,660 inmates located about 90 miles northeast of Kansas City. Funded by grants from The Raskob Foundation for Catholic Activities, The Laffey-McHugh […]
Ag census deadline extended to July 30
The deadline for the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s 2017 Census of Agriculture has been extended to July 30. Forms can be returned by mail or securely submitted online. University of Missouri Extension economist Ryan Milhollin says federal, state and local governments, as well as agribusinesses, researchers, trade associations and others, use the data to serve […]
“Damsel in Defense Warrior Workshop” for women to be held in Chillicothe
The Salvation Army of Chillicothe will hold events this month to celebrate its anniversary and provide basic self-defense techniques. An open house will be held at the church at 621 Mohawk Drive in the north part of Chillicothe to celebrate that the church has served Livingston and Grundy counties for 130 years. The open house […]
Cops-N-Bobbers hosts 73 at annual event
After a stormy early morning on Saturday, the Trenton Police Department hosted 73 local children at the 6th Annual Cops ‘N Bobbers fishing event. Numerous fish were caught as area kids spent the morning of June 2nd fishing with the men and women of the Trenton Police Department and other First Responders from the area. […]
Struggle for affordable health insurance in Missouri will continue
The pursuit of affordable health insurance for all in Missouri is expected to get even harder in the coming year. A new report from the Congressional Budget Office estimates premiums will increase by 31 to 54 percent in 2019 largely because of the decision to eliminate federal subsidies for low- and middle-income people to help them pay […]
Jet ski accident at Lake Thunderhead injures Des Moines woman
The Highway Patrol reports a West Des Moines, Iowa woman sustained moderate injuries in a jet skiing accident at Lake Thunderhead five miles north of Unionville. Twenty-five-year-old Justine Irwin of Perry, Iowa drove the jet ski north when a passenger, 23-year-old Haley Irwin of West Des Moines, was ejected during a sudden turn. An air ambulance […]
Trenton City Council deals with nuisance investigations and DNR compliance at special meeting
Two ordinances were adopted at a special meeting last night of the Trenton City Council. But there was a lengthy discussion on a third topic, one that pertains to the police officers handling investigations of nuisances. It was January of 2013 when police were assigned duties related to enforcement of Trenton’s ordinance on nuisances, such […]
Bean Bag Toss Tournament set for June 16 in Trenton
The Black Silo Winery of Trenton and Hy-Vee of Trenton are accepting sponsorships for this year’s Mean Bean Bag Toss. The bean bag toss tournament will be held next month to raise money for the Green Hills Women’s Shelter which will be held at Black Silo Winery June 16. Team registration will begin at 11 […]
Suicide rate is higher in rural areas
For many, the peace and quiet of country living is the American dream. But that dream can turn into a nightmare for those who become isolated and disconnected from their communities, says University of Missouri Extension safety and health specialist Karen Funkenbusch. May is Mental Health Month. It is a good time to talk with […]
Two Joplin detectives honored for work on behalf of child victims
Timothy A. Garrison, United States Attorney for the Western District of Missouri, presented the annual Crystal Kipper & Ali Kemp Memorial Award to two detectives in the Joplin, Mo., Police Department in recognition of their valued contributions to investigating and prosecuting those who prey upon children. Detective Charles Root, Jr., is also an FBI task […]
LIHEAP Summer program to begin June 1
One of multiple programs the Community Action Partnership of North Central Missouri provides is the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program. Executive Director Aaron Franklin says that LIHEAP assists families by paying utility bills. He says the agency began the winter portion of the program in November. The agency was able to make a one-time […]
David Bain named as Wright Memorial Hospital Foundation Development Officer
Wright Memorial Hospital Foundation announced the selection of a new Foundation Development Officer. David Bain of Trenton is a lifelong resident of Trenton, noting he has a special place in his heart for the community and the people, Bain said the Wright Memorial Hospital Foundation plays an important role in the healthcare environment of the […]
North Central Missouri College Board of Trustees deal with busy agenda at Tuesday meeting
The North Central Missouri College Board of Trustees approved purchasing a tractor and fitness equipment as well as renovation costs at its meeting Tuesday evening. Agriculture Instructor Rustin Jumps recommended the purchase of the new John Deere tractor to be added to the fleet at the Barton Farm Campus. It was purchased from Sydenstricker Implement […]