Health Center

MVC presents utility board with proposed student center plans (02/14/12)
During a Marshall Board of Public Works meeting Tuesday morning, Feb. 14, Missouri Valley College officials presented a brief summary of their upcoming expansion plans.

Reducing, reusing: Behind the scenes of Marshall's recycling facility (12/13/11)
The wind was frigid, but Kathy Wineland and several other Marshall residents took the opportunity to stand above recycle bins and sort out their drop-offs. Wineland said she's been recycling for quite some time. Having pre-sorted bags of cans and paper allowed her to quickly step out of her vehicle and find the bins she needed. ...

Cargill simulates chemical disaster (10/12/11)
Cargill looked more like a sci-fi movie set than a meat packaging plant on Wednesday morning, as employees and officials donned brightly colored decontamination suits during a chemical disaster drill. Roughly two dozen people from Cargill, Saline County Medical Reserve Corps, Marshall Fire Department, Marshall Police Department, Saline County Health Department and Fitzgibbon Hospital responded to a simulated chemical disaster. ...

Saline County Health Department announces clinics (09/27/11)
The Saline County Health Department Board of Trustees announced the dates of flu clinics and WIC satellite clinics at the regularly scheduled meeting on Tuesday, Sept. 27. The flu shot clinic schedule is as follows: Wednesday, Sept. 28, from 8 a.m.-1 p.m. in Patricia's parking lot on College Street...

Funding cut for Vaccines for Children program (08/23/11)
Those with insurance will not be able to participate in the Vaccines for Children program due to a cut in 317 funding. At The Saline County Health Department Board of Trustees' regular meeting on Aug. 23, the board mourned the loss of funding for the Vaccines for Children's program. ...

Former Marshall Habilitation Center employee fights abuse and neglect charges (Update Aug. 31) (08/09/11)
Late one evening in 2007, a Marshall Habilitation Center resident threw herself on the floor and began kicking in a terrified fit. Former employee Emily Baker said the roughly 30-year-old woman feared men, and the med tech on duty had accidentally startled her. As the resident writhed near a medicine cart, two other residents and a large entertainment center, the frightened woman posed an apparent danger to herself and others in the facility.

Potential Planet Aid scam competes with local charities (Update Aug. 1) (07/29/11)
Bags of donations poke out of the bright yellow box on East Eastwood Street, just yards away from the locally run Lighthouse Thrift Store. Givers have stuffed the box with clothing and shoes destined for Planet Aid, an organization claiming to support multiple charities in other parts of the world. ...

Health Department discusses rent, appliances (07/26/11)
The Saline County Health Department Board of Trustees and the Saline Public Health Fund Inc. Board of Trustees discussed office space at their regularly scheduled meetings on July 26. The board agreed to rent office space to Keough & Associates, an independent contractor, for the sum of $100 a month. ...

After 3 1/2 months, Slater clinic and basketball court have Grand Opening (07/02/11)
After 30 years the dream has become a reality, Mayor Stephen Allegri said of the Akeman-McBurney Medical Clinic in Slater. The community gathered Saturday morning, July 2, for the grand opening, and dedication ceremonies. "We feel blessed to be able to work with the people of Slater and surrounding areas," said Ron Ott, president and CEO of Fitzgibbon Hospital...

Health Department accepts bid for heating and cooling, announces open house (06/28/11)
The Saline County Health Department Board of Trustees met for their regular meeting on June 28. The board unanimously approved a bid to improve the building's heating and cooling system. Board member Russ Donnell met with both Beerman Heating & Cooling and George's Heating & Cooling...

Open house signifies new beginnings (05/21/11)

NEWSCOPE: Mental Health first aid training (05/13/11)
A 12-hour certified mental health first aid training course will be held at Powerhouse Community Development Corporation Office, the former career center building, at 1445 W. College St., in Marshall. Participants will learn the signs and symptoms of common mental health problems, as well as where and when to get help. ...

St. Peter School hosts blood drive Monday, May 9 (05/09/11)
Tracy Crumbaugh's Fourth through eighth grade science students at St. Peter School are hosting a Community Blood Center blood drive until 6 p.m. Monday, May 9. The center, out of Kansas City, is hoping to acquire 25 units from donors. Students are helping register donors, assisting at the revitalization station, and handing out T-shirts and tickets to Schlitterbahn to participants...

NEWSCOPE: Blood drive scheduled Monday (05/05/11)
Fourth through eighth grade science classes at St. Peter School will host a Community Blood Center blood drive. The drive takes place from 2-6 p.m. Monday, May 9, in the school gym and community members are encouraged to participate.

Slater Childhood Center near completion, moving toward licensure (03/04/11)
The Early Childhood Center at Slater Public Schools has an anticipated finish date of April 1, which puts the project 20 days ahead of schedule. Siding is currently going up, Superintendent John McEachern said during the board's meeting Friday, March 4. The brick work is completed and painters are working on the interior...

Overseas adoption comes home (03/02/11)
The pitter-patter of tiny feet bounding around the room was enough to show that she's okay. The Wells family recently brought their new addition home. Maire, 4, was a girl who Andrew and Angie Wells had once only seen a picture of. Her startling small frame, sunken cheeks and shaved head that appeared in a photograph were typical images of many Chinese orphans. ...

Chef continues 20-year culinary course (02/16/11)
In the dungeon, as he calls it, Brian Schmidt is a master ... chef. He leads the culinary arts program offered by Saline County Career Center and, since he first stepped down to the basement of the building 20 years ago, the 'dungeon' has become a full-service kitchen...

Career center celebrates Career and Tech Ed Week (02/16/11)
Though Saline County Career Center may be one of the county's best-kept secrets, this week marks the national Career and Tech Ed Week, which has SCCC showcasing the plethora of courses available for both high school students and adults. According to Michelle Hanson, coordinator of adult and community education, not only does the career center offer hands-on training but there are also a multitude of online courses available...

Medicine Shoppe makes donation to Marshall Senior Center (02/16/11)
Amy Leavitt, The Medicine Shoppe's new pharmacist, presents Kathy Tyre with a donation for Marshall Senior Center. Tyre received the $1,000 check Friday, Feb. 11, and said donations are used to support local services. "All of the money stays right here," Tyre said. In addition to its regular services and activities, the senior center supports Meals on Wheels and also provides daily lunches, which are open to the public...

Upcoming celebration to recognize 70 years in ministry (01/24/11)
In recognition of his 90th birthday and celebrating more than 70 years of ministry, First Baptist Church will host a meal and program for Rev. Vernon Maxted and his wife, Clareca. The celebration is scheduled Sunday, Jan. 30. After the 10:30 a.m. worship service, the church will host a meal and present a program celebrating Rev. Maxted's life and service...

Official: Number of dead geese at Hab Center Lake not cause for concern (01/21/11)
Several dead geese at Marshall Habilitation Center were cause for concern for some residents. There were reports of 10-12 dead Canada geese on the Hab Center lake. Saline County Conservation Agent Tom Davidson and Dana Ripper, Director of the Missouri River Bird Observatory, said there is most likely no cause for concern...

New adult education courses available at career center (01/03/11)
A few new courses offered by Saline County Career Center have been added to the spring schedule. Frugal Gardening, instructed by Julie Wolfe, will hold one of its sessions at Granddaddy's Garden while participants get their hands dirty. This class will focus on "yardening" and turning small spaces into productive beds. Offered April 5, in two sessions, the class will include demonstrations, sample plantings and visual displays...

Joggers enjoy holiday lights (12/23/10)
The Marshall Habilitation Center's holiday lights cover nearly every building on the grounds, bringing hundreds of drivers through to see the display each year. Monday evening, however, 36 people enjoyed the lights in a unique way. Salt Fork YMCA hosted its annual Jingle Bell Run Monday evening, Dec. 20...

Slater schools receive anonymous donation (12/21/10)
An anonymous donor contributed $200 to the Early Childhood Center in Slater, of which roughly one-third of the construction is finished. During the board of education's meeting Tuesday, Dec. 21, members expressed their appreciation for the gift. The district's design professional, Rob Rollings, said a good rule of thumb is when the building looks complete from the outside, they would be approximately 50 percent complete...

Community Blood Center holds drive at YMCA (12/20/10)
Latricia Watkins, of Community Blood Center, checks on David Bentley as he donates at Salt Fork YMCA. The drive was held Friday, Dec. 17, and had seen 31 donors by 4 p.m. Bentley said he hadn't donated for a few years, so he felt the need to give again. Anyone interested in donating can contact Community Blood Center at any of its location...

Community lines up for Holiday Project (12/09/10)
A line stretched out the doors of Martin Community Center as people waited in their winter coats to sign-in. The Holiday Project shopping day, Thursday, Dec. 9, served approximately 400 families in Saline County -- amounting to roughly 1,000 individuals...

Students attend New York marketing conference (12/09/10)
Nine students from Cara Posegate's Advanced Marketing class are still adjusting to life in Marshall. The students recently attended a marketing conference hosted by DECA, in New York City, and returned Dec. 5. The students had never visited New York, and the thickness of energy affected them...

Tree of Life honors lost loved ones, provides support (12/08/10)
The 19th annual Tree of Life ceremony offered staff, friends and family of Fitzgibbon-Mary Montgomery Hospice patients an opportunity to celebrate their loved ones' lives Tuesday, Dec. 7. People filled the atrium in Fitzgibbon Hospital as Roberta Griffitt, of the hospice team, and Kathy Borgman, volunteer, offered prayers and support for surviving friends and family...

Holiday Project grows, needs support (12/02/10)
According to Holiday Project organizers, the number of food and gift recipients has tripled in the past couple of weeks. Organizers are asking for more help from the community as they now say more than 1,000 individuals, approximately 400 families, will be served this year...

Students participate in Olympiad (11/19/10)
Shadows stretched up a wall in the Martin Community Center. Marshall elementary students moved between stations during the Math and Science Olympiad. Third grade students learned about the sun's location through the shape of their shadows Thursday, Nov. 18, as their instructor shined a light behind them -- moving it low to the floor to simulate the sunrise and above their heads to show them what their shadows might look like in the afternoon...

Slater schools report election dates (11/18/10)

Health Care facility takes shape (11/18/10)
Crews from Marshall Ready Mix, R.L. Construction and Thompson Construction continue work on the Slater Health Care Facility. Marshall Ready Mix poured concrete Thursday, Nov. 18, after sections of the parking lot have already set. The facility will be constructed in three phases at a cost of approximately $360,000...

Career Center hosts Veterans Day ceremony (11/11/10)
Though rain covered Marshall Thursday morning, it didn't dampen the spirit of Veterans Day. Saline County Career Center, which was to host a flagpole ceremony Nov. 11, moved its assembly to the Marshall High School gym. Several FFA students presented historical information, offered interesting statistics and spoke of the necessity for celebrating America's veterans. ...

Cancer center receives community support (11/02/10)
The Community Cancer Center, in Marshall, has now been supporting the community for more than a year. Tuesday morning, Nov. 2, the center was on the receiving end. Cargill Meat Solutions and the Ashford Agency presented a check to center staff and hospital administrators in the amount of $2,560...

Groundbreaking makes more space for area hospital (10/29/10)
Shovels broke the earth Friday, Oct. 29, for I-70 Community Hospital's groundbreaking ceremony. The Sweet Spring's hospital first opened its doors Nov. 16, 2005, and will soon begin construction on a new addition. "We're moving forward," said Dean Koch, advisory board president. "I'm thankful about it."...

DNR states budget still problematic for state park (10/22/10)
The informal meeting brought just two community members to Van Meter State Park Sunday, Oct. 17, but the Department of Natural Resources still had information to share. Held at Missouri's American Indian Cultural Center, located at the entrance of the park, officials said some of the biggest concerns for state parks are the budget...

Patient tolls bell, finishes cancer treatment (10/22/10)
"Your Day has Come to Strike the Bell! Your silent heart has much to tell And much to toll this proud new day Treatment done, You're on your way" -Mary Kathleen Adcock This poem hangs above the Bell of Hope at Community Cancer Center in Marshall. Friday, Oct. 22, Riley Crawford rang the bell...

Newscope: Luncheon Friday to benefit Community Cancer Center (10/18/10)
The Ashford Agency and Cargill Meat Solutions will host a breast cancer awareness luncheon from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Friday, Oct. 22. Lunch will be held at the Ashford Agency, 452 W. Arrow, in Marshall. Boxes will also be available to go. Cost is $5, which includes a pulled pork sandwich, provided by Cargill, with two side dishes. All proceeds benefit the Community Cancer Center...

Raders perform comedic opry show, raise funds for FFA (10/18/10)
The show was dedicated to Caton and Shirley Martin. The crowd cheered when Wayne "Bud" Rader made this announcement from the stage at the Martin Community Center Friday, Oct. 15. He and Dennis "Moonshine" Rader arranged a night of entertainment to raise funds for the Marshall FFA Alumni Association...

Cody Samson: Memories materialize into book (10/13/10)
For Cody Samson, a visit to the hospital requires more than just a stethoscope pressed to the chest or a blood pressure check. Medical issues have been a part of Samson's life since he was born in 1990. He has dealt with them as they arrive and has led a satisfying life despite the hardships...

Company offers 'thank you' luncheon for customers (10/07/10)
Women and men alike gathered at Martin Community Center Thursday, Sept. 30, for a kick-off to Breast Cancer Awareness Month as well as a customer appreciation luncheon. This year marks the 10th anniversary for Three Friends, the company that hosted the event...

Marshall man celebrates 98th birthday (09/20/10)
Women take turns sitting next to him. The space at Marshall Senior Center is ample, with an abundance of tables that reach from wall to wall. But those who come for lunch know that James Riley will most likely be there and ladies say they alternate turns at his table, seeking out his energy and friendship...

National Direct Support Professional Week proclaimed (09/16/10)
The Center for Human Services, currently celebrating its 55th year, honors National Direct Support Professional Week with a proclamation signing by Mayor Pro Tem Ronald Duvall. The US Senate passed a resolution recognizing the week of Sept. 8 as National Direct Support Professionals Recognition Week to acknowledge the care and support offered by the direct support workforce. ...

Bats to be featured at Marshall Aquatic Center (09/11/10)
A representative from the University of Missouri will give a presentation on the often-misunderstood animal at 9:45 a.m. at the aquatic center in Indian Foothills Park. "She is one of about three specialists on bats worldwide," said Lori Godsey of Marshall Parks and Recreation...

Ground breaks in Slater (09/09/10)
A groundbreaking ceremony was held Thursday, Sept. 9, for the new health care facility, in Slater. The project will consist of three phases and is estimated to cost roughly $360,000. "This is one of the greatest things that have happened to this community in a long time," said Mayor Stephen Allegri. "Today the dream became a reality."...

Relay for Life team sets record in Saline County (08/26/10)

With kids back in school, it's time for adults to learn new things, too (08/26/10)
It's that time of year again. Children have gone back to school and many parents are feeling relief at the end of summer vacation. After a few days that relief may wear off, and you may find yourself looking for a new challenge -- or at least a way to give yourself the "me" time you deserve...

Slater childhood center design trimmed (08/24/10)

State Department of Mental Health reiterates - no changes for Marshall Hab Center (08/23/10)
Our recent story about the Marshall and Nevada Habilitation Centers prompted several additional comments from readers suggesting there is more to the story than previously reported. At issue is a federal government decision not to allow group homes to be built on the grounds of the Nevada center to house some of its clients, a move that some hoped would forestall the closing of that facility...

Fed decision has no impact on Marshall Hab Center (08/18/10)
A recent decision by the federal government involving Nevada Habilitation Center has no implications for the Marshall center, according to Bob Bax, director of public and legislative affairs with the Missouri Department of Mental Health. "The federal decision regarding Nevada has nothing to do with the Marshall center. That decision was in response to a request for new group homes on the Nevada campus," Bax said Wednesday morning, Aug. 18...

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