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Trenton police: failure to yield leads to two-vehicle crash, citation
The Trenton Police Department released details regarding a two-vehicle crash on May 26, which resulted in both drivers being hospitalized. One of the drivers received a citation. Sonya Nichole Carpenter, 33, of Trenton, was transported by personal vehicle to Wright Memorial Hospital. Melissa Ruth Applegate, 64, of Columbia, was also...
Grand River Valley Choir and Orchestra free concert is Saturday
The Grand River Valley Choir and Orchestra (GRVCO) will present its summer concert at the Trenton R-9 Performing Arts Center on Saturday, June 15. Doors will open at 6:30 p.m., and the program, titled “Sunlit Silence,” will begin at 7 p.m. The concert will feature the world premiere...
Crystal Narr graduates from U.S. Chamber’s Institute program
Crystal Narr, IOM, Executive Director of the Chillicothe Area Chamber of Commerce, has graduated from the U.S. Chamber of Commerce’s Institute for Organization Management. This achievement marks her receipt of the IOM Graduate Recognition, signifying the completion of 96 credit hours in nonprofit management. The Institute for Organization Management,...
Two from Trenton injured in Livingston County crash
A Trenton woman and man were injured in a single-vehicle accident on June 5, 2024, on Highway V at LIV 200 in Livingston County. According to the Missouri State Highway Patrol, the crash occurred at approximately 10:25 a.m. The incident involved a 2001 Ford Explorer driven by Angela M. Lowrey,...
Charges requested after child taken into protective custody
CHILLICOTHE, MO - Chillicothe police say two arrests were made at the culmination of an investigation this week concerning child endangerment. An investigation beginning Monday concerned a residence in the 1800 block of Clay Street at which poor living conditions were allegedly witnessed, and controlled substances were discovered. Charges are...
Tractor destroyed in hayfield fire near Trenton
A tractor was destroyed in a fire in a hayfield near Trenton on Wednesday evening, June 5. Grundy County Rural Firefighter James Knight reported that the fire damaged a Kubota M5 tractor and the contents inside the cab. Knight said the tractor, owned by David and Amy Kurtz, was fully...
Chillicothe Police Department activity report for Wednesday, June 5, 2024
On Wednesday, June 5th, 2024, the Chillicothe Police Department responded to a total of 108 calls for service. The following is a detailed account of all activities handled by the officers throughout the day. At 2:48 a.m., officers were dispatched to a possible burglary in progress in the 400 block...
Milan man faces trial for murder charges starting January 20
A jury trial has been scheduled for a Milan man charged with felony first-degree murder after his wife was found dead in May 2021. A five-day trial is set to start in Sullivan County on January 20, 2025, for 23-year-old Edward James Elijah “Eli” Withey. A pretrial conference is scheduled for December 4.
Chillicothe City Council to consider 3 new ordinances at meeting
The Chillicothe City Council is set to consider three ordinances at their upcoming meeting next week. The council will convene at Chillicothe City Hall on June 10 at 5:30 pm. One ordinance aims to accept the lowest responsible bid for general concrete repairs. Another ordinance would authorize the mayor to execute a construction manager at-risk contract with Crossland Construction Company, Incorporated for the police facility project. The third ordinance proposes an agreement with Southern Bank as the city depository.
Trenton woman charged for threatening gas station customers
A Trenton woman has been charged with multiple offenses after allegedly threatening to kill customers at a gas station on May 10th. Jennifer Ann Kelley, 33, faces charges of third-degree assault involving a special victim and resisting or interfering with an arrest for a felony. Additionally, she has been charged with second-degree harassment and second-degree property damage involving law enforcement or a relative, both misdemeanors. Her bond was set at $75,000 cash only, with North Missouri Court Services and GPS electronic monitoring.
Grundy County Sheriff arrests two Spickard men after alleged fight
The Grundy County Sheriff’s Office arrested two Spickard men on June 4 after an alleged fight on June 3. Fifty-six-year-old Phillip Galvin Jr. and 61-year-old Timothy Paul Persell have each been charged with felony third-degree assault. Bond for each was set at $10,000 cash only with North Missouri Court...
Humid, high 80s Tuesday with a FIRST WARN issued for slight risk of severe weather tonight
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (KCTV) - An isolated shower or thunderstorm possible for the afternoon hours before the greater chance for showers and storms and potential severe weather sets in this evening with a First Warn. A slight risk for severe weather activity (level 2/5 risk) encompasses majority of the KCTV5...
Freedom Festival and Fireworks in Jamesport set for July 5th and 6th
Jamesport will host a Freedom Festival and Fireworks in the Park event next month, promising a variety of activities and entertainment for attendees. The Freedom Festival will be held at the Spillman Event Center on July 5th and 6th from 9 am to 4 pm, featuring antiques, craft vendors, food trucks, kettle corn, and shopping opportunities. Live music will be played from 10 am to 3 pm. In addition, the Jamesport Community Association and Lil’ Red Shed Fireworks will present Fireworks in the Park at the Jamesport City Park on July 5th. The event will kick off at 2 pm with music by Nate Gordon, followed by free bounce houses at 3 pm, and face painting at 5 pm.
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