To date, nine possible cases of lung illness associated with the use of e-cigarette products have been reported to the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services, with two cases confirmed and the remaining seven under investigation. These are amongst the 450 possible cases in 33 of the United States and the U.S. Virgin Islands. […]
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Chula Street Fair set to kick off September 21
Various activities will be held at the Chula Street Fair September 21, 2019, including biscuits and gravy at the community center that morning at 7 o’clock which benefits Chula Fire and Rescue, a baby show at 9 o’clock with a $3.00 registration fee, a food stand from 9:30 that morning to 10 o’clock at night, […]
Partnership puts University of Missouri at forefront of Precision Agriculture Technology
Working toward earning his Precision Agriculture Technology Certificate from the University of Missouri, Bo Young understands the importance of implementing precision practices on the farm. Young, who is also a climate activation specialist with The Climate Corporation, works with farmers and producers, helping them incorporate Climate FieldView technology in their operation. Young and The Climate […]
Trenton man arrested on child endangerment allegation
The Grundy County Sheriff’s Office reports the arrest of a Trenton man Thursday on s child endangerment allegation. Thirty-nine-year-old Mark Bottcher has been charged with misdemeanor second degree endangering the welfare of a child. Bond is $3,000 cash only, and he is scheduled for the Associate Division of Circuit Court September 10th. Court documents accuse […]
Member of Helping Hands 4-H Club takes part in Show-Me 4-H Wares Program at State Fair
A member of the Helping Hands 4-H Club of Grundy County was among more than a dozen 4-H members to sell original handmade items to Missouri State Fair attendees. Levi Johnson of Trenton was part of the 12th Annual Show-Me 4-H Wares Program. Youth in the program are encouraged to start and run their own […]
Hepatitis A vaccine now recommended for all children ages 2-18
Nationwide, cases of hepatitis A are on the rise. Many states, including Missouri, are currently experiencing outbreaks, and the hepatitis A vaccine is the best way to prevent hepatitis A infection. The hepatitis A vaccine is a two-dose vaccination. However, the first dose of hepatitis A provides 95 percent protection for up to 11 years […]
Audio: Missouri issues health advisory associated with vaping
The Department of Health and Senior Services has issued a health advisory to providers and partners regarding severe lung disease associated with vaping. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports there have now been 193 potential cases of severe lung illness associated with vaping in 22 states from June 28-August 20. The CDC is […]
Dozens of Missouri legislative bills become law today
Historically, most of the bills passed during the Missouri Legislature’s regular session become law on August 28. Of the roughly 2,100 measures filed this year, 144 proposals made it across the finish line. Dozens of proposals become official today. Here is a snapshot of 10 key measures taking effect: Education funding In the fiscal year […]
NCMC Board of Trustees set tax levy at Tuesday meeting
Five National Institute for Staff and Organizational Development Excellence Awards were presented at the North Central Missouri College Board of Trustees meeting Tuesday evening. The NISOD Awards went to Cory Cooksey with Business Technology for Teaching, Health Sciences Program Coordinator Kristi Cutsinger for Academic Support, Admissions Director Kristie Cross for Student Affairs, Senior Database Administrator […]
“Relics of the Past” the theme for 2019 Spickard Fall Festival
The Spickard Fall Festival will be held in September with activities for the “Relics of the Past” themed event beginning with exhibit check-in at the Wise Community Center the afternoon of September 12th from 3 to 6 o’clock. Activities September 13th will include a country store in the Wise Building starting at 8 o’clock in […]
Rachel Brothers hired as Executive Director of Life Options Green Hills Pregnancy+Health Center
Life Options Green Hills Pregnancy + Health Center announces the hiring of Rachael Brothers of Cainsville, Missouri as their Executive Director. Life Options is a non-profit pregnancy help center that will be located in Trenton and serve the surrounding Green Hills communities. Life Options’ vision is to encourage life and strengthen families. Projected to open […]
Rogersville business owner indicted for $4 million fraud scheme, failure to pay taxes
A Rogersville, Missouri business owner has been indicted by a federal grand jury for a $4 million scheme to defraud his customers and his failure to pay federal income and employment taxes. Michael David Dismer, 51, was charged in a 28-count indictment returned under seal by a federal grand jury in Springfield, Missouri, on Thursday, […]
Three of five teens arrested for ransacking motor vehicles in Cameron face charges
Cameron Police today provided an update on five young people arrested for their alleged involvement in “going through motor vehicles.” The Cameron Police Department has sent probable cause statements to the Clinton County Prosecutor’s Office. Prosecutor Brandi McClain has charged three St. Joseph youths of adult age with a misdemeanor of tampering with a motor […]
New online tools help students plan and pay for college
The Missouri Department of Higher Education launched two interactive online features on its Journey to College website this week that will help students plan and pay for college. The department redesigned its existing Student Financial Aid Portal and created a complementary new Student Workspace. “Figuring out how to plan and pay for college can be […]
“Scramble the Seawolves” to be shown at Grundy County Museum
The movie Scramble the Seawolves will be shown at the Grundy County Museum in Trenton. The movie about the action and missions of the Vietnam Navy Helicopter Attack Squadron 3 will be shown Saturday, August 24th through September 29, 2019. Visitors can view the film on a 55-inch television from seats of the former Plaza […]
Missouri’s largest music festival kicks off September 27, 2019 in Columbia
The warm hum of guitar amplifiers and the sweet, smoky smell of barbecue will be wafting through the wavering late summer air the last weekend of September. The 13th installment of Columbia’s Roots N Blues N BBQ Festival kicks off for a long weekend of live music, fun, and entertainment, September 27-29. Roots N Blues, […]
Trenton High School student participates in American Legion Boys State of Missouri
A Trenton High School student participated in the American Legion Boys State of Missouri. During the event on the campus of the University of Central Missouri in Warrensburg, Riley Raymo was a citizen of Carnahan City and held the position of delegate to the state convention, ward 1. He also appeared on the ballot for […]
Grundy R-5 High School student attends Boys State of Missouri
A student from Grundy County R-5 High School participated in the American Legion Boys State of Missouri. The Galt Lions Club sponsored Charles Williams attending the event at the University of Missouri in Warrensburg. During the event, Williams was a citizen of Kohn City and held the positions of senator and delegate to the state […]