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Guilty plea entered in Keytesville fatal shooting case
A Keytesville man entered a guilty plea on May 10 to two felonies related to a shooting in Keytesville in January 2023 in which a man died. Court records show 51-year-old James Michael Johnson Sr. pleaded guilty to first-degree assault or attempt and possession of a controlled substance. He was sentenced to 15 years in the Missouri Division of Adult Institutions for the assault charge and five years for the possession charge, with the sentences to run consecutively.
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,...
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...
Brunswick man faces multiple charges after Highway Patrol arrest
A Brunswick man was arrested by the Highway Patrol in Chariton County on the afternoon of Thursday, May 9th. The arrest report indicates that 24-year-old Robert Morehead was accused of several offenses, including resisting arrest by fleeing, tampering with a witness, speeding 15 to 19 miles per hour over the limit, having no valid registration, lacking insurance, and failing to drive on the right half of the road. He was released on a summons.
Motorcycle overturns on Route J, Elmer woman injured
On May 11, 2024, at approximately 2:40 p.m., a motorcycle accident occurred on Route J, two miles east of New Boston, resulting in moderate injuries to a woman. Dikki D. Buck, 64, of Elmer, Missouri, was riding a 2017 Harley Davidson eastbound when she failed to negotiate a curve, traveled off the right side of the road, and overturned.
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.
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...
Court docs: Two men found burning transformer parts, charged with receiving stolen property
MOBERLY, Mo. (KMIZ) Two men allegedly found burning parts from a transformer were charged with felonies in Randolph County on Monday. Timothy Duane Still, 45, of Keytesville, and Ronald Walstead, 40, of Moberly were both charged with receiving stolen property. Both are being held at the Randolph County Jail on $15,000 bonds. Court dates have The post Court docs: Two men found burning transformer parts, charged with receiving stolen property appeared first on ABC17NEWS.
Carrollton Mayor declares Mental Health Month
CARROLLTON, Mo. --The following has been released by Mary Kate Hafner, Communications Business Partner for Burrell Behavioral Health. On Monday, May 6, Mayor Susan Bliss, in front of Carrollton area mental health professionals and healthcare providers, presented a proclamation declaring May as Mental Health Awareness Month, at the Burrell Behavioral Health and HCC Network clinic.
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