A consent judgment has been issued in the Grundy County Circuit Court regarding a wrongful death suit stemming from a fatality accident last year on East 9th in Trenton. A motor vehicle collided with the rear of a buggy claiming the life of 57-year-old Elizabeth Hostetler of Spickard and injuring her ten-year-old daughter. Joe Hostetler […]
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MoDOT planned road work in northern Missouri for the week of January 20, 2020
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 January 20 – 26. Though not listed below, some routes remain closed due to flooding. View all routes closed due to flooding at http://traveler.modot.org/map/. Inclement weather may cause schedule […]
Ashley Stuedle joins staff at Saint Luke’s Mercer County Clinic
Saint Luke’s Mercer County Clinic in Princeton is pleased to welcome advanced practice provider (APP), Ashley Stuedle, RN, FNP, to the medical team. Stuedle began treating patients at the clinic in December 2019. Prior to joining the Mercer County Clinic, Stuedle worked at Cameron Regional Medical Center, in Cameron, MO, and Truman Medical Center, in […]
Missouri Finish Line Grant helps individuals complete their degree
North Central Missouri College, in partnership with the Missouri Scholarship and Loan Foundation), is offering individuals the chance to participate in the Finish Line Degree Completion Grant. The Finish Line Grant is designed to assist Missouri residents who have left college before completing a degree and are prevented from re-enrolling due to a past financial […]
Settlement reached in Elizabeth Hostetler lawsuit
A consent judgment has been issued in the Grundy County Circuit Court regarding a wrongful death suit stemming from a fatality accident May 31A motor vehicle collided with a horse and buggy claiming the life of 57-year-old Elizabeth Hostetler of Spickard and injuring her ten-year-old daughter. Joe Hostetler filed the lawsuit last July against the […]
23-year-old Moberly Correctional Center staff member free on bond after being charged with delivery of a controlled substance
The Moberly Correctional Center staff member arrested after the interception of contraband has been identified. Twenty-three-year-old Timothy Davis is free on bond after being charged with delivery of a controlled substance with intent to distribute. Bond was originally set at $20,000, with arraignment scheduled in Randolph County on February 10th. An intelligence analyst and an […]
Gallatin Board of Aldermen review investments while tackling a busy agenda
The Gallatin Board of Aldermen took action on various matters Monday evening. Certificate of deposit rates from Farmers Bank of Northern Missouri and BTC Bank were reviewed. The board approved cashing out the sales tax CD that matures January 27th for $65,199.06 and purchasing a 36-month CD at the highest interest rate between Farmers and […]
Trenton Board of Education adopts school calendar for 2020-2021 while dealing with very busy agenda
The Trenton R-9 Board of Education approved the 2020-2021 school calendar on Tuesday evening. The first day of school for Trenton next school year will be August 25th, and the last day will be May 19th, 2021. Director of Supportive Services Kris Ockenfels said the calendar includes eight make up days for days missed for […]
Supervisory and leadership skills training to be offered in Maryville
It makes sense for businesses to promote their employees to supervisory roles because of their technical expertise—but good technical skills do not necessarily make someone a good supervisor. No matter the workplace, issues like communication, conflict, working as a team, personality differences, generational differences, and legal issues abound. Across workplaces, whether that’s the farm, the […]
Staff member arrested at Moberly Correctional Center
An investigation spearheaded by the Missouri Department of Corrections intelligence specialists has led to the interception of contraband at the Moberly Correctional Center. Following up on suspicions, an intelligence analyst and an institutional investigator at MCC worked with local law enforcement to prevent 173 grams of synthetic marijuana, or K2, and two pounds of tobacco […]
Thousands of Missourians still waiting for 2018 tax refunds
State Auditor Nicole Galloway has demanded answers from the Department of Revenue on the remaining delayed 2018 tax refunds. The Missouri State Auditor’s Office continues to receive complaints from taxpayers who are waiting on last year’s refunds, even as many Missourians prepare to file their 2019 returns. “To date, thousands of taxpayers have reached out […]
Missouri math teacher presented national Milken Educator Award
Oakland Middle School eighth grade math teacher Melissa Fike was presented the national Milken Educator Award today by Milken Educator Awards Senior Program Director Greg Gallagher and Missouri Commissioner of Elementary and Secondary Education Dr. Margie Vandeven. The recognition comes with an unrestricted $25,000 cash prize for winners. Only one teacher from each participating state […]
Trenton City Council approves ordinance regarding development of land for new Orscheln Farm and Home location
All ordinances on the agenda were approved during Monday nights’ meeting of the Trenton City Council. One ordinance begins the process that ultimately involves the re-development of land at the southwest corner of 28th street and Highway 65 as the future location for a new Orscheln Farm and Home store. A funding agreement was unanimously […]
NCMC to offer new course: Introduction to Acrylic Painting
North Central Missouri College will soon be offering a continuing education course Introduction to Acrylic Painting instructed by artist Ally Ockenfels. The instructor, Ally Ockenfels, will introduce participants to various techniques such as gridding, batiking, painting in perspective, and more. Each week participants will create one work that incorporates these techniques, totaling four paintings made […]
MoDOT planned road work in northern Missouri for the week of January 13, 2020
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 January 13 – 19. Though not listed below, some routes remain closed due to flooding. View all routes closed due to flooding at http://traveler.modot.org/map/. Inclement weather may cause schedule […]
New bid to resurface 9th Street in Trenton to include Highway 6 to Interstate 35
Bids are to be open next month on paving projects scheduled this year in Grundy and Daviess County. Area Engineer Randy Mendenhall of Missouri Department of Transportation reports the Highway 6 resurfacing project through Trenton has been combined with an overlay project on Highways 6 and 69 from 4th street in Trenton – west to […]
Community of Spickard to pay more for water but customers rates to remain the same
The Spickard Board of Aldermen approved several actions Monday evening regarding loan applications. One involved looking into a loan from the National Rural Water Association to repair the existing pump station. That vote was taken following discussion of a small borrowers loan for wastewater and drinking water needs. City Clerk Amy Chapman reports the city […]
Audio: Monthly Social Security benefits to increase in Missouri
This month retired Missouri residents will see a 1.6% cost of living adjustment in their Social Security benefits. About 75% of the increase is paid out to beneficiaries listed as retired workers, and about 13% is paid to disabled workers. According to the most recent Social Security Administration data, there are 1,293,897 Missourians […]
Missouri State Auditor calls on Governor Parson to update parental leave policies for state workers
Following her leadership in 2017 on parental leave, State Auditor Nicole Galloway has issued a letter to Gov. Mike Parson calling on him to enact updated family-friendly policies. Specifically, she called for action to allow state workers to take up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave after the birth or adoption of a child. These […]
Red Cross appeals to public: Critical need for blood and platelet donors after the holidays
The American Red Cross currently has a critical need for blood donors of all blood types, especially type O – to make an appointment now to give and help replenish the blood supply after the holiday weeks. Right now, the Red Cross has less than a three-day supply of type O blood. To help tackle […]