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Kirksville firefighter retires after 27 years of service
KIRKSVILLE, Mo. — A longtime Kirksville first responder was honored Monday after retiring with more than a quarter century of service. At Monday’s city council meeting, Captain Ken Scott was recognized for his 27 years as a firefighter with the Kirksville Fire Department (KFD). “Service to his community...
City of Kirksville using money from nationwide settlement to fight opioid crisis
KIRKSVILLE, Mo. — At Monday’s city council meeting, the council voted to participate in a nationwide opioid settlement, this one with the retailer Kroger. This isn't the first time the city has participated in these national opioid settlements. In the past, they've participated in these settlements involving other...
Adair County sets sights on continuous improvement, reports community engagement boost
KIRKSVILLE, Mo. — Adair County leaders from various organizations spoke at the State of the County address this week. This event was hosted by the Kirksville Area Chamber of Commerce. Representatives from the Adair County Commission, Adair County Health Department, Adair County Public Library, PACT/SB40, Adair County Sheriff’s Department,...
Atlanta plugs water main leaks that persisted over the weekend
Atlanta made repairs to a damaged water main on Monday, taking a big step toward fixing widespread water issues that have plagued parts of the city since Friday night. The city made repairs on Monday using parts that had to be brought in from Alabama. A boil advisory was still...
Blood donations needed heading into summer
KIRKSVILLE, Mo. — The American Red Cross Blood Drive made a stop at First Christian Church in Kirksville on Tuesday. Multiple community members, including Pastor Tim Polley, decided to donate blood. "There's such a shortage and such a need in our country," Polley added. "What I learned today, the...
Man charged with 20 counts of burglary for Macon mini storage break-ins
MACON, Mo. — A northeast Missouri man faces 20 counts of burglary following an investigation into multiple mini storage break-ins in Macon. The alleged crimes happened between May 11, 2024, and May 19, 2024. In addition to the 20 charges of second-degree burglary, Jake Williams, 37, of Macon, is...
Adair County Library launches Toddler Tuesday to spark early love for reading
KIRKSVILLE, Mo. — Books are the main reason why people head to the Adair County Public Library, but on Tuesday, they launched a new program centered around fun. The library hosted its first Toddler Tuesday in Kirksville. Children between the ages of one and four got to enjoy board...
Northeast Missouri man arrested for substance possession after failed traffic stop
KIRKSVILLE, Mo. — A Schuyler County man has been arrested for possession of a controlled substance after fleeing from a traffic stop. Early Wednesday morning, a Kirksville police officer tried to stop a vehicle near North Centennial and West Cottonwood streets. It was determined that Kevin Anders, 48, of...
June Student Athlete of the Month: Gavin Pike
Sun. June 02 2024 — It's not too often a player makes an All Conference team in their high school career. Not only was Gavin Pike selected as one of the best players at his sport, he did it in every sport during his senior year. That's why Gavin Pike, is the Complete Family Medicine Student Athlete of the Month.
Work on Kirksville housing project could cause traffic delays
KIRKSVILLE, Mo. — Via a press release on Thursday, the city of Kirksville is alerting residents, that on Friday, trailers will be moved from the former Dogwood Trailer Court on West Gardner Street, which could cause traffic delays. Parts of the route the trailers will be escorted on by...
Stained glass window now a shining reminder of old Baring church
BARING, Mo. — A piece of artwork in Baring was recently unveiled to the public, but it’s not new, but rather restored. Just three weeks before the EF2 tornado hit the town of Baring on August 4, 2023, the deconstruction and removal of the town's St. Aloysius Church was completed.
Summer theatre camp aims to teach kids performance, instill confidence
KIRKSVILLE, Mo. — Kirksville's Parks and Recreation is hosting a summer theatre camp for northeast Missouri children ages 8-12. The camp starts July 1 and will run through July 14. Children who attend will learn the art of theatre from Kirksville High School's theatre program, as well as the...
Wind turbines in Schuyler County now back on
QUEEN CITY, Mo. — After being turned off for about a month, the wind turbines in Schuyler County have been turned back on. They had been taken offline after the entire top of a turbine off Route J in Queen City came crashing to the ground on April 27, 2024.
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