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Early morning Highway 139 collision, west of Milan, injures driver and two teenage girls
An early morning collision on Highway 139, approximately 13.5 miles west of Milan, resulted in multiple injuries on Friday, April 26. The accident involved a 2013 Mack truck traveling west and a northbound 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee. According to the Missouri State Highway Patrol, the crash occurred at 7:37 a.m. when the Mack failed to yield and struck the Jeep.
Trenton man arrested for probation violation and contempt
The Grundy County Sheriff’s Office has reported the arrest of Lloyd Wayne Shaver, a 35-year-old resident of Trenton, on a capias warrant due to a probation violation and a misdemeanor charge of contempt of court. The arrest was made by Probation and Parole on April 23. Shaver is accused...
Chillicothe Police Department activity report for Tuesday and Wednesday, April 23-24, 2024
The Chillicothe Police Department has been actively addressing various incidents and calls for service. On Tuesday and Wednesday, April 23 and 24, 2024, officers answered a total of 171 calls, ranging from animal control issues to responses to vehicle accidents and disturbances. Tuesday, April 23, 2024. 08:52 AM – Animal...
Sky lantern sparks fire at Nestlé plant in Trenton
A sky lantern was determined to be the cause of a fire at the Nestlé plant in Trenton on April 25, according to Trenton Fire Department Lieutenant, Derek Hert, the fire caused moderate damage to a small section of the roof. Upon arrival, firefighters observed no smoke. Employees alerted...
Galt Lions Hall hosts spaghetti supper for Emily Gann’s benefit
The Galt Ladies Auxiliary is organizing a spaghetti supper to support local resident Emily Gann. This community gathering will take place at the Galt Lions Hall on May 5, from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Attendees will have the opportunity to participate in a fifty-fifty raffle during the event. The...
Trenton, Princeton residents arrested by local authorities
The Grundy County Sheriff’s Office announced the arrests of two local and area residents on April 22. The Trenton Police Department apprehended Taylor Scott Groves, a 21-year-old from Trenton, for felony resisting arrest. This charge stemmed from an incident where Groves allegedly fled from police, significantly risking serious injury or death to others. Additionally, he faces misdemeanors for driving while his license was revoked or suspended—his second or third such offense—and for operating a motor vehicle recklessly. The charges also include operating a motorcycle without a valid license, failing to register a motor vehicle, and driving without maintaining the required financial responsibility for a second or subsequent time. Groves’ bond is set at $25,000, payable in cash only. His court appearance is scheduled for May 14 in the Associate Division of the Grundy County Circuit Court.
Grundy County R-5 High School to host prom night festivities on April 27
Grundy County R-5 High School will celebrate its prom on April 27. Festivities are set to begin with photo sessions at the school in Galt at 6 p.m. The Grand March will follow in the new gymnasium at 7 p.m., with the dance scheduled in the old gym from 7:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. After-prom activities will extend from 11 p.m. to 3 a.m.
Northeast Missouri woman dies after being struck by SUV near Milan
SULLIVAN COUNTY, Mo. — A northeast Missouri woman died after she was struck by a vehicle Sunday afternoon. It happened just before 1:30 p.m. on Route OO, three miles north of Milan, Mo. According to the Missouri State Highway Patrol report, Mary E. Baugher, 63, of Milan, was struck...
MSHSAA Music Festival results from Columbia for Friday, April 26, 2024
Students from South Harrison and Chillicothe high schools have performed exceptionally well at the Missouri State High School Activities Association State Music Festival, receiving a variety of high ratings. Vocal EnsembleJaylee Booher, Jazzmin Criley, Emma Eastin, Cadence Ellis, Ruby King, Nicholas Mann-Smiley, Conner Marsh, Ashlynd SeamsterGold. Mixed Brass QuartetJaylee Booher,...
Kansas man hospitalized after rear-end crash
LIVINGSTON COUNTY—One person was injured in an accident just before 6:30p.m. Wednesday in Livingston County. The Missouri State Highway Patrol reported a 2015 Chevy Malibu driven by Terrance G. Givens, 34, Kansas City, Kansas, was westbound on U.S. 36 one mile west of Mooresville. The car rear-ended a 2022 Ford F750 driven by Adam E. Ponsor, 37, Waukee, Iowa.
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