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Chillicothe Police Department activity report for Sunday, May 12, 2024
On Sunday, May 12th, 2024, the Chillicothe Police Department responded to numerous calls, assisting the community in various civil and criminal matters. Throughout the day, officers addressed matters ranging from queries about legal issues to actively investigating criminal activities. 8:59 a.m. A citizen visited the Police Department seeking guidance on...
Medal of Valor awarded to Chillicothe police officers
During a recent Missouri Police Chiefs Association luncheon, Chillicothe Police Officer DeAntwan Gray and Sergeant Preston Sandner were recognized for their exemplary service. Both officers were awarded the Medal of Valor for their courageous actions last fall, which significantly benefited their community. Police Chief Jon Maples commended the officers, stating,...
Truck catches fire in crash on Highway Route B, driver injured
A single-vehicle accident occurred early Saturday morning on May 11, resulting in moderate injuries for a young driver and significant damage to the vehicle, according to the Missouri State Highway Patrol. The crash took place 1.5 miles south of Cowgill on Highway Route B. Luke B. Carr, a 20-year-old from...
NW Missouri man accused of DUI after pickup crash
CALDWELL COUNTY — A Missouri man was injured in an accident and later arrested just before 2:30a.m. Saturday in Caldwell County. The Missouri State Highway Patrol reported a 2003 Chevy Silverado driven by Luke B. Carr, 20, Polo, was northbound on Route B one and one half miles south of Cowgill.
Gallatin High School honors top students at graduation
The senior class graduation at Gallatin High School featured the announcement of the top two academic students. Ashley Feiden was named the valedictorian, while Emma Christopher was honored as the salutatorian. Forty seniors comprised the graduating class at Gallatin for the ceremony held Friday night.
Area schools announce graduation plans for May 12
Area schools will hold graduation ceremonies on May 12. Fourteen seniors will graduate from Grundy County R-5 in the new high school gym at 2 p.m. The valedictorian and salutatorian will speak. Grundy R-5’s valedictorian and salutatorian will be announced at the ceremony. Fourteen seniors will graduate from North...
Free kids fishing derby in Chillicothe this June
The North Missouri Sportsman’s Alliance and Missouri Department of Conservation will host their annual Kids Fishing Derby next month. The Livingston County Veterans Association will also help host the event at the pond on the north side of the Baptist Home in Chillicothe on June 1. Registration will start at 8:30 a.m., and the non-competitive derby will run from 9 a.m. to noon.
As NCAA mental health issues arise, area universities work to build culture
(ST. JOSEPH, Mo.) There has been an increase in suicide among NCAA athletes between 2002 and 2022 has risen to the second leading cause of death behind accidents, according to the British Journal of Sports Medicine. Although the statistics are alarming, area universities are working to build a culture based on accepting mental health to keep their student-athletes in the game.
Thirteen honor graduates celebrated at THS commencement
Thirteen honor graduates were recognized at the Trenton High School commencement. Aubree Jean Dalrymple was announced as the valedictorian, and Nathan George Stark as the salutatorian. Other honor graduates recognized, listed alphabetically, include Katelyn Nicole Clark, Morgan Lynn Foster, Jena Belle Harris, Asrianna Gianna Havens, Victor Leonard Markell, Zachary Zane Michael, Ella Jo Novak, Emma Elaine Roberts, Michael Anthony Schultz, Gabe Michael Stark, and Lillian Kate Woods.
Chillicothe City Council to meet on Monday
The Chillicothe City Council will deliberate on multiple ordinances during their upcoming meeting. The session is scheduled for May 13 at 5:30 p.m. at the Chillicothe City Hall. The council will review an ordinance to authorize the procurement of concession supplies for the Parks and Recreation Department for fiscal year...
Trenton High School names top graduates at May 11 ceremony
Trenton High School announced its top two graduating seniors during the commencement on May 11. The valedictorian, Aubree Dalrymple, and the salutatorian, Nathan Stark, both delivered speeches at the ceremony. Nathan Stark urged his fellow graduates to discover and cultivate a strong sense of self. Stark also emphasized the importance...
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