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Trenton man accused of domestic assault, bond set at $25,000
A Trenton man has been charged with felony third-degree domestic assault after allegedly throwing a woman to the ground on May 5. The Grundy County Sheriff’s Department reports that 36-year-old Dan Richard Peters Jr. was arrested on May 21. Bond was set at $25,000 cash only. Conditions include supervision...
16-year-old boy injured in crash on Highway 256 near Chillicothe
A single-vehicle accident occurred west of Chillicothe on May 17, 2024, at approximately 12:18 p.m., according to the Missouri State Highway Patrol. A 1997 Chevrolet Silverado, driven by a 16-year-old boy from Chillicothe, Missouri, was traveling eastbound on Highway 256 when the driver lost control of the vehicle on loose gravel. The Silverado veered off the right side of the roadway and overturned onto its driver’s side, facing west.
MAINTENANCE WORK PLANNED IN CARROLL AND CHARITON COUNTY
The Missouri Department of Transportation has planned general highway maintenance and construction in several area counties for the week of May 27-June 2. In Carroll County: -A scrub seal project is scheduled on Route 10 from Route
Trenton Police Department hiring new officers, benefits included
Applications are being accepted for officers at the Trenton Police Department. Police Chief Rex Ross confirms that Keith Edmonston and Faith Houghton left the department on May 11. Chance Houghton’s final day will be May 24. They are changing employment. Ross says the department is continuing to provide coverage...
MoDOT upgrades sidewalks in Chula, Wheeling, Ludlow for ADA compliance
The Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT) is progressing with sidewalk projects in Chula, Wheeling, and Ludlow. MoDOT Northwest District Eastern Area Engineer Michael Marriott reports that the department has an Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) transition plan required at the federal level. The plan is set to be completed in the next few years.
Police arrest 16-year-old in Chillicothe, multiple theft cases closed
Chillicothe Police Chief Jon Maples reports that a 16-year-old boy was arrested late Friday afternoon with the assistance of a citizen after allegedly resisting arrest. Following the arrest, Chief Maples said drug paraphernalia was found. He also noted that the arrest closed multiple theft cases, including a stolen firearm. Officers...
Wine and Beer Walk in downtown Jamesport set for June 15
Downtown Jamesport will host a Wine and Beer Walk on June 15, with check-in starting at 3:30 p.m. at 308 South Broadway Street. The walk will take place from 4 to 6 p.m. Participants must be at least 21 years old and will need to present identification regardless of age.
SEVERE WEATHER EXPECTED TUESDAY EVENING WITH TEMPERATURES NEAR 90 DEGREES
Tuesday will see temperatures rise to nearly 90 degrees, with abundant sunshine and a steady south breeze. Storms are expected to begin around 6 p.m. near Brunswick, spreading across the region with a threat of severe weather
Severe storm chances this afternoon lasting overnight
TODAY: Tuesday is an ABC17 Stormtrack Weather Alert Day. For the latest, click here. Temperatures will climb to near 90 today, with abundant sunshine and a steady 10-20 mph south breeze, gusting to 40. Storms likely hold off until around 4 p.m. in the west near Brunswick to Warsaw. These will spread across the region through the evening bringing a threat for all types of severe weather through midnight when they exit near Rolla and Owensville.
Trenton Fireworks Committee seeks donations for July 4th show
The Trenton Fireworks Committee is accepting donations for the fireworks show scheduled for July 4th. The fireworks will be launched in the Rock Barn area at 9:30 p.m. on the night of the event. The vicinity around the Rock Barn will be inaccessible during this time. Donations can be made...
GRM Networks and FRS offer grants for local organizations
GRM Networks has partnered with the Foundation for Rural Service (FRS), the philanthropic arm of NTCA – The Rural Broadband Association, to offer grants that support local organizations in their efforts to build and sustain a high quality of life in rural America. Grants may be awarded in the following categories:
Missouri teen injured after pickup overturns
LIVINGSTON COUNTY —One person was injured in an accident just before 12:30p.m. Friday in Livingston County. The Missouri State Highway Patrol reported a 1997 Chevy Silverado driven by a 16-year-old Chillicothe boy was eastbound on LIV 256 one half mile west of Chillicothe. The driver lost control on loose...
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