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Trenton woman faces drug possession and paraphernalia charges
The Grundy County Sheriff’s Office reported the arrest of a Trenton woman on two felony charges. The Trenton Police Department arrested 41-year-old Stacy Craig on June 7. She has been charged with possession of a controlled substance and unlawful possession of drug paraphernalia involving amphetamine or methamphetamine. Bond was...
Laredo R-7 Board of Education approves bids for fuel, services
The Laredo R-7 Board of Education approved several bids during their meeting on June 10. The approved bids included propane from MFA at $1.30 per gallon, diesel from MFA at six cents off the pump price, gas from MFA at five cents off the pump price, trash service from GFL at $99.16 per month, and milk from Prairie Farms. Additionally, a bid from Chuck’s Pest Control was approved for $550 annually.
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...
North Central Missouri College announces Honors List for Spring 2024
North Central Missouri College has recognized students with outstanding academic achievements by naming them to the Academic Honors Lists for the 2024 spring semester. Students who earned a place on the President’s List achieved a perfect 4.0 grade point average (GPA) while completing at least six credit hours. Additionally, students who made the Dean’s List earned a GPA of at least 3.50 while also completing a minimum of six credit hours.
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...
Laredo Board of Aldermen approve ad for temporary city clerk position
The Laredo Board of Aldermen, in a meeting held on June 10, approved an advertisement for a temporary city clerk position. Current City Clerk Mercedes Scobee aims to have the new hire trained by the end of August, with the position commencing in September. In addition to the city clerk...
Mustangs sweep weekend, stay undefeated
The Chillicothe Mudcats had two cracks at the St. Joseph Mustangs, nearly snapping St. Joe’s perfect season, but could not extinguish the Mustangs’ hot streak. The Mustangs improved to 11-0 over the weekend, topping Chillicothe in both games played over the MINK League foe in which the two teams faced off at each other’s home stadiums.
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.
Trenton City Council adopts employee grade scale, merit/service table
On a split vote, the Trenton City Council adopted an employee grade scale and merit/years of service table Monday night. The purpose is to establish a minimum starting wage for each position within the city and Trenton Municipal Utilities. It provides guidance on future wage increases due to promotion or years of service. The document has undergone several reviews and updates since it was first presented. The council adopted the document on a vote of four in favor and three against. In favor were Glen Briggs, Tim Meinecke, Duane Urich, and John Dolan. Opposed were Lou Fisher, Marvin Humphreys, and David Mlika. Councilman Calvin Brown was absent.
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...
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 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...
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...
Lawson teen accused of making death threats faces felony charges
A Lawson resident faces three felony counts in Caldwell County after allegedly threatening to kill two people. Nineteen-year-old Hazel Mae Ingerson has been charged with two counts of first-degree stalking and one count of violating a protection order for an adult involving a second offense. Bond was set at $25,000 cash only with supervision by Supervision Services. She is to have no contact with the alleged victims.
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