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Laredo Aldermen approves funds transfer, sewer project starts, clerk to take leave
The Laredo Board of Aldermen approved moving funds from Southern Bank to Farmers Bank of Northern Missouri during their meeting on August 12. The decision followed the presentation of a banking resolution. City Clerk Mercedes Scobee stated that the board voted to move the funds due to dissatisfaction with Southern...
Missouri State Fair Grand and Reserve Grand Champion Steers Announced
Beau Ann Graves, daughter of Preston and Samantha Graves, is the exhibitor of the 2024 Grand Champion Market Steer at the Missouri State Fair. Beau Ann is from Chillicothe and is a member of the Chillicothe FFA Chapter. The prize-winning steer weighed 1,370 pounds. The Reserve Grand Champion Market Steer...
Missouri state fair queen wants to bridge the gap between new and longtime fair visitors
This year’s state fair queen crown is being worn by a northwest Missouri teen. Claire Walker, of Chillicothe, is the state fair queen – making her the ambassador for the State Fair and Missouri agriculture throughout the coming year. Walker, 19, told Missourinet that she wants to bridge...
Mo State Fair Queen Claire Walker Pursuing Career in Agribusiness
Claire Walker of Chillicothe was named the 2024 Missouri State Fair Queen in a ceremony held Thursday, Aug. 8. Walker received the highest score of 31 contestants vying for the title in the two-day competition, held in the Mathewson Exhibition Center. Miss Walker will reign over the remaining State Fair events and be an ambassador for the State Fair and Missouri agriculture throughout the coming year.
Trenton Park Board discusses future projects and park maintenance plans
The Trenton Park Board met on August 14, 2024, to discuss ongoing and future projects within the city’s parks. Park Superintendent David Shockley provided updates on various initiatives and activities, including plans for new facilities and the conclusion of the summer recreation season. Future Projects. Superintendent Shockley is currently...
Grundy County Democratic Central Committee meeting set for August 20
The Grundy County Democratic Central Committee has scheduled its next meeting for Tuesday, August 20, 2024, at noon at El Toro Restaurant, located at 1410 East 9th Street, Trenton, Missouri. This meeting, conducted following the Missouri Democratic Party by-laws, will focus on the election of officers to serve the committee...
Rotary Club meeting focuses on rootEd program aiding rural student success
The Trenton Rotary Club convened on Thursday, Aug. 15, at the BTC Bank community room, where the rootEd program was the focal point of the meeting. Presided over by Jackie Soptic, the session included a prayer led by Dan Wilford, with Brian Upton serving as the sergeant at arms. Program...
Chillicothe Arts District hosts Music on the Porch event on August 31
Music lovers are in for a treat as the Livingston County Library brings back the popular “Music on the Porch” event on August 31, 2024. This year’s event promises a unique experience with performances taking place in the second-floor courtroom of the library, located at 450 Locust Street. The event will run from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m., offering an evening filled with live music in a comfortable, air-conditioned setting.
Jamesport City Council sets 2024 tax levy, maintains 2023 rate
The Jamesport City Council approved the tax levy on August 12. The rate for 2024 was set at 93.61 cents per $100 assessed valuation, the same as in 2023. The rate is allocated as 75.69 cents to the general fund and 17.92 cents to the park fund. Visitor Larry Griffin...
Chillicothe R-II Lease Purchase Agreement Approved By School Board
A lease purchase agreement of $1.2 million dollars for the Chillicothe R-II School District was approved by the School Board. Superintendent Dr Dan Wiebers says there is a long list of items the funds will be used for within the district, including at the new elementary school. And for projects....
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