Public Health

Flu news: National emergency declared for H1N1 epidemic, locally, little changes for now (10/29/09)
Over the weekend, President Obama declared the H1N1 virus, or swine flu, epidemic a national emergency, which allows hospitals to move emergency rooms offsite in order to help separate H1N1-infected and noninfected patients. On Thursday, Oct. 22, Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services Director Margaret Donnelly announced that pregnant women and children aged 3 and younger could opt to receive an H1N1 vaccine containing a mercury-based preservative...

Marshall library board approves long-range plan (10/14/09)
In a meeting Tuesday evening, Oct. 13, the Marshall Public Library Board of Trustees approved a long-range plan for the library, which will be in effect through 2012. Board members and library Director Amy Crump have been working on the document the past several months...

MMU board approves infrastructure repairs, replacements (10/13/09)
At its meeting Tuesday morning, Oct. 13, the Marshall Municipal Utilities Board of Public Works approved funds for renovations at the water treatment plant and other infrastructure repairs. In her report, Environmental Services Director Ginny Ismay told board members the carbon dioxide feeder and distribution panel at the water treatment plant is "old, outdated, worn out."...

Health department to hold six seasonal flu-shot clinics (09/14/09)
At their meeting Monday evening, Sept. 14, Saline County Health Department board members heard about upcoming seasonal flu clinics. The department will host six clinics open to the public: Patricia's Foods, Sept. 22, from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m.; Sweet Springs Elementary School, Sept. ...

Adventures in Libraryland: State law a factor in reduced library hours (09/02/09)
Several people have stopped by my office recently to share their regrets that the library hours will be reduced as of Oct. 1. I let them know that I share their frustration. Not to bang too hard on the "it's the economy" drum, I thought it would be good to explain why this decision was made...

School News: Marshall school district superintendent introduces new series of articles (08/27/09)
The Marshall Public School District has a rich history of high student achievement. When you look at our district you will see a talented and dedicated faculty that is always willing to go above and beyond to meet the needs of our students. Our students are some of the best and brightest in the state of Missouri and it is our goal to ensure they are prepared to succeed at the highest level possible...

St. Peter to hold local blood drive (05/05/08)
St. Peter Catholic School will be hosting a blood drive Monday, May 5, from 2 to 6 p.m. in the gymnasium. Tracy Crumbaugh, science teacher, and Sarah Bowers, physical education and nutrition teacher, decided the fourth through eighth graders could gain a lot from organizing a blood drive...

Community Cancer Center campaign nears goal as July deadline looms (05/02/08)
"There's no doubt in my mind we will make it." Fitzgibbon Hospital CEO Ron Ott said Thursday, May 1, that he's convinced the Cancer Center Campaign will be a success. "We have a wonderful community here and they won't let it fail," he said. With 90 percent of the needed funds in hand, Ott and Fund Development Officer Gayle Carter firmly believe they will meet a July 11 deadline to claim $200,000 in additional funding from The Mabee Foundation...

Newscope/Medicare topic slated for Slater Senior Center presentation May 5 (05/01/08)
"Everything you always wanted to know about Medicare and were afraid to ask" is the subject of a presentation by Rona McNally, manager of The Missouri Senior Medicare Patrol, District III Area Agency on Aging, at Slater's Senior Center, Monday, May 5. The presentation is free and open to the public. McNally will answer questions about Medicare Parts A, B, C and D. For additional information, call Lucy Brandon at the Senior Center, 660-529-2828. The Center is located at 123 No. Main, Slater...

Marshall woman recalls work with famed heart surgeon DeBakey (04/29/08)
Just a few days ago, Dr. Michael DeBakey, a pioneer in cardiothoracic surgery, received the Congressional Gold Medal, the nation's highest civilian honor. He adds the medal to a very long list of honors bestowed on him throughout his long career. At the ceremony in the Rotunda of the U.S. Capitol, fellow Texan, Senator Kay Bailey Hutchison, said of DeBakey, "(In receiving this award) he joins the company of George Washington, Winston Churchill and Thomas Edison."...

Newscope/Mental Health Association to hold annual meeting May 13 (04/28/08)
The Mental Health Association's Annual Dinner Meeting will be held at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday, May 13, at the Clubhouse on the east side of the Marshall square. The cost is $12 per person for a two-meat buffet including drink, dessert and tip. The winner of the annual "Al Bunch Humanitarian Award" will be announced...

Newscope/Blood drive set for March 31 at Brunswick High School (03/26/08)
Area residents can help save lives by giving blood at the Community Blood Center blood drive on Monday, March 31, from 3 to 7 p.m. at Brunswick High School, 1008 Country Road, in the multi-purpose room. To make an appointment online, go to www.esavealifenow.org and use Sponsor Code "brunswickhs." You may also contact Llenell Richardson at 660-548-3771...

Sweet Springs youngster hurt in gun accident March 18 (03/19/08)
A Sweet Springs 6-year-old was injured by the recoil of a shotgun on Tuesday, March 18, and taken to I-70 Medical Center for evaluation, according to the Saline County Sheriff's Department. The juvenile sustained a superficial wound near his right shoulder, deputies said...

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