Sarah Reed

Old Trails begins economic development trainings (10/14/10)
Its purpose is to act as a resource for Old Trails Regional Tourism Partnership. SET, Stronger Economies Together, is a partnership between USDA Rural Development and the University of Missouri Extension. Part of SET's presentation Tuesday, Oct. 12, was an introduction of nine training modules that were designed to serve OTRTP. Old Trails consists of eight counties, including Saline, which have joined efforts to promote economic development throughout the region...

Largest running steam engine stops in Marshall (10/04/10)
The largest operating steam locomotive had a layover beneath the Eastwood Bridge Monday, Oct. 4. Union Pacific Railroad's "Challenger" No. 3985 is on a six-state tour from Cheyenne, Wyo. to Gorham, Ill. to celebrate railroad heritage, according to a Union Pacific press release, and arrived in Marshall approximately 10:45 Monday morning...

School, students recognized with Distinction and Performance Resolution (10/02/10)
Families and faculty filled the tables in the school gymnasium. Balloons floated above a cake that read "Congratulations Miami MAP Champs" and students claimed a section of floor to dance and let loose before the ceremony. State Representative Joe Aull, D-Marshall, presented a resolution from the House of Representatives to the Miami R-I school district Tuesday, Sept. 28. The resolution recognizes the distinction and performance of the district, an honor it has received three years in a row...

Fabric art fills YMCA for 23rd annual quilt show (10/01/10)
Formed in 1988, the Country Patchwork Quilt Guild has been actively involved in community work since its beginnings. The guild held its 23rd annual Quilt Show Saturday, Sept. 25, and Sunday, Sept. 26, at Salt Fork YMCA. The Y gymnasium was transformed into an art gallery as visitors toured around walls of these intricately designed pieces. Eight different vendors set up around the perimeter of the show as visitors meandered through swatches of displayed fabrics...

Marshall is music: Marshall trumpeter makes dream of Marching Mizzou a reality (09/29/10)
For seniors, graduation often brings a feeling of melancholy. One chapter of their lives is ending, they must say goodbye to friends, family and a culture they've grown accustomed to. However, graduation is also a new start, a sense of freedom and independence. They recognize that they are at a place in time to look at their futures and what they want to accomplish...

Special meeting leads to resignation (09/29/10)
During a special and closed meeting Tuesday, Sept. 29, the City of Sweet Springs discussed legal and personnel matters -- particularly, Brandon Foose's position as Water and Wastewater Superintendent. The Saline County Prosecuting Attorney's Office filed child molestation charges against Foose Wednesday, Sept. 22...

Medical Reserve Corps seeks volunteerism (09/28/10)
Russ Donnell, of Saline County Medical Reserve Corps, was on-hand during the InterAgency Council meeting Tuesday, Sept. 28. Donnell discussed the need for volunteers, particularly for widespread incidents such as a 20-car pile up on Interstate 70 or the need for vaccinations...

Little Miss Slater and Little Mister Slater announced (09/24/10)

Corn Husking Education Day offers new demonstrations (09/24/10)
Kids circled around an antique apple cider press, which was posted on the edge of his truck bed. "Oohs" and "aahs" drifted throughout the group as he took an apple from the pail of water and stuck it on the peeler. From there, Ray Prichard scored the skin from the red fruit in long strands and placed it in the outstretched hands of students. They smiled and paced around while chewing the strands of apple skin like spaghetti...

Malta Bend meets with DESE representative (09/24/10)
Malta Bend School District met with Ron Wilken, the DESE West Central Region Supervisor, at a special meeting Tuesday, Sept. 21, regarding its recently low number of standards. Art Madden, school board president, stated they met with Wilken because the board wanted an explanation of what happened...

Signs point to poor future tourism (09/24/10)
Along Interstate 70, 60-inch signs beckon travelers to either drive south into Pettis County or north into Saline County. Stan Moore, of the Chamber Tourism Committee and Old Trails Regional Tourism Partnership, says he has contacted MoDOT to learn what the qualifications are for posting sites on the attraction signs...

Heartland contributes to library's cause (09/24/10)
Heartland Medical Equipment presented Amy Crump, director of Marshall Public Library with a $1,175 check. The library has now raised more than $8,000 toward its new carpeting fund. Heartland held a bake sale and raffled off a recliner for the library's benefit. Pictured left to right are: (foreground) Sara Kirchhoff and Amy Crump, (seated) Dwayne McNeese and Doug Stone and (background) Jay Morrison, Brenda Miller, Karl Kirchhoff and Judy Riley. Not pictured are Kennie Warren and Barbra Seals...

Marshall thanks employees for long tenure (09/24/10)
City employees gathered Monday, Sept. 20, at Stone Hedge Golf Club. The City of Marshall hosted a dinner for those who've dedicated 20 or more years of service to the city. Representatives from the Police, Fire, Sanitation, Street and Park Departments were present, as well as the city prosecutor and representatives from City Offices. ...

The American Frontier: BMS students attend presentation at state park (09/24/10)
Van Meter State Park was transformed into the American frontier Tuesday, Sept. 21. Eighth-grade students from Bueker Middle School, 175 of them, saw the tips of teepees as they bussed around the bend of elms and entered the campground. "It's just a really good day for them," said Jane Lewis...

Storm sewer contracted in Slater (09/21/10)

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...

Students start construction of new home in Marshall (09/20/10)
The sounds of hammering and the etchings of power tools are leaking out of a cul-de-sac on the south end of Marshall. Greg Kempf's Building Trades class has been working on another construction project -- this time a residential home. "We take bids on houses and build from the ground up," Kempf says. "The homeowner pays for materials."...

Sweet Springs students have full fall schedule (09/16/10)

Spanish exchange student returns for 40th reunion, visits 'American mom' (09/16/10)
They sat around the patio table discussing events for the weekend. Miguel Amigo and his wife Antonia arrived in Marshall to celebrate his 40th high school reunion during MHS Homecoming weekend. "Marshall hasn't changed much," Amigo smiled. He took part in the homecoming parade Friday, Sept. 10, and attended a banquet and dance the next day...

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. ...

Mayor signs DAR Constitution Week Proclamation (09/16/10)
Initiated by the Daughters of the American Revolution, Constitution Week was officially declared by President Eisenhower Aug. 2, 1956. The week runs from Sept. 17-23 and promotes the teaching of the US Constitution as well as the history surrounding its creation. DAR provides teaching materials to Marshall High School, St. Peter School, Malta Bend School and Miami R-1 School. These documents offer games, quizzes and historical facts...

Malta Bend School District under scrutiny for poor academic review (09/16/10)
Malta Bend R-V School District is under review, according to preliminary findings released by the Missouri Department of Education. According to the State's preliminary Annual Performance Report, Malta Bend was rated as having one of the lowest scores statewide. It only met four out of 14 standards set by the department. The report shows that only one other K-12 district, Kansas City, met the same number of standards...

Battle of Marshall archeology project hits new snag (09/15/10)
Rumors of an archeological dig this fall can come to an end. A Civil War heritage group, that was awarded funds in 2006 by the Marshall Tourism Commission, was told they would have to reapply. Dr. Tim Baumann of Missouri Valley College originally headed the group. He has since left and Marvin Wilhite, a historian with Saline County Historical, represented the group at the commission's meeting Wednesday, Sept. 15...

Library makes headway on three-year plan (09/14/10)

Kids get up close and personal with bats (09/14/10)
Children gasped with delight when Kathryn Womack circled the room with a migratory bat. Womack, a bat biologist and graduate student at University of Missouri-Columbia, was invited to A Day at the Park Saturday, Sept. 11, during the Santa Fe Trail Days event...

Sweet Springs parent seeks answers for lack of bus stop signs (09/13/10)

Weekend floods strand four motorists, including two deputies (09/13/10)
Heavy rain and flooding caused at least four drivers to lose control of their vehicles Friday, Sept. 10, and Saturday, Sept. 11. On Saturday two Saline County Sheriff's Department patrol cars were nearly stranded as officers responded to an incident in Malta Bend and ran into water over the roadway...

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...

MVCAA film fest funding at risk (09/11/10)
The Show Me Social Justice International Film Festival has recently been under scrutiny. State officials say Missouri Valley Community Action Agency was inappropriately using federal stimulus money for the festival. The festival is slated to begin Friday, Sept 10, and includes films focused on health care, poverty and other issues faced within the region. Other activities taking place are arts and crafts sales and wine tasting, among others...

Like father like daughter (09/11/10)
They wrote to one another for decades. A cross-continental friendship began in 1978 for Martha and Clyde Leimkuehler and Jacques Tonglet. "They are a good family," Tonglet said. He was a 21-year-old 4-H exchange student from Belgium and assisted the Leimkuehler's with all the work they could muster up. His time in Miami, Mo. contributed to the success of his family farm...

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."...

Assessment changes for Malta Bend School District (09/08/10)
Updates to Malta Bend's assessed valuation changed the district's total tax levy for the 2010-2011 school year. During the Board of Education's meeting Wednesday, Sept. 8, Superintendent Melissa Vesser said the Board of Equalization first assessed the district at $9,855,183. A second valuation increased the number to $9,921,774...

Slater residents want aggressive pit bulls removed (09/07/10)

'House rescuer' restores old Marshall homes (09/07/10)
Along a shady road on the north end of Marshall, five historic homes have been brought back to life. One yard dons a sign reading "Kitty's Corner," a retreat for Kitty Nelson and her family. "Some people rescue cats and dogs. I started rescuing houses."...

Disc golf gains popularity at Marshall park course (09/02/10)
New ideas and bids are coming into the city park system these days. During the Marshall Park Board meeting Wednesday, Sept. 1, some suggestions were addressed. "I was approached by the disc golf club. We've been talking about adding another 18 holes on the north end of the park," said Jeff Stubblefield, director of parks and recreation...

Park preps for month of activities (09/01/10)
The aquatic center at Indian Foothills Parks had a record-breaking year. More than 24,000 people came through the doors to cool off, swim laps and take a plunge down the slide. "We gave out 205 season passes," said Lori Godsey, manager of the aquatic center and recreation supervisor, during the Marshall Park Board meeting Wednesday, Sept. 1...

MHS Marching Band brings new show to half-time (08/31/10)
Kate Koffman, director of bands for Marshall Public Schools, says nothing will change this year as far as pregame performances go, but halftime music will have a much different theme from last year's Aztec Fire. Marshall High School marching band rehearsed hits by the group Journey Tuesday morning, Aug. 31. Audiences should expect to hear pieces such as "Any Way You Want It," "Open Arms" and "Don't Stop Believin'" during halftime...

Painter helps keep Peoria culture alive (08/31/10)
Their culture was nearly lost more than 100 years ago. Those who call themselves members of the Peoria confederacy have reason to celebrate in recent years. Jewelry and other artifacts continue to be discovered throughout the Midwest, illuminating the culture of this tribe's ancestors...

Wallace receives Sunshine Peace award (08/27/10)
Her mission to serve victims of domestic violence began more than 15 years ago, but Debbie Wallace, executive director of the Lighthouse Shelter, was recently honored with the Sunshine Peace Award for her work. She became the 138th individual to receive the award from the Sunshine Lady Foundation Saturday, Aug. 14, in Wilmington, NC...

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...

Self-defense course comes to Marshall (08/25/10)
"Stay back! You're not my dad!" A little girl had separated from her class during a museum field trip. She was not in danger but remembered this phrase from her self-defense training. Sarah Fuehring, executive director of Power Up, told the story at the Saline County InterAgency Council meeting Tuesday, Aug. 24. It reiterated how natural -- or perhaps engrained -- the training becomes...

Celebrating more than 30 years on the road (08/25/10)
"These cars passed me yesterday like I was parked," Turner said. Bill Turner has been driving a big-rig for more than 30 years. The past 11 years have been with McFarland Truck Lines, which awarded him the Driver of the Year Award in 2009 in recognition of his dedication to excellence and exemplary service...

River race features 'dragon boat' (08/25/10)
Twisting around the bend, a 41-foot dragon boat came into view as supporters looked on from the riverbank in Miami, MO. It followed the current as paddlers sank their oars into the "Big Muddy" and slowed the lengthy red canoe to a stop at the ramp. Nineteen paddlers and one steer person manned the boat, which mimics traditional flat-bottom Asian canoes. It averages 10 miles per hour...

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

Van Meter State Park to host hide painting art project (08/23/10)
Missouri's American Indian Cultural Center, located in Van Meter State Park, will soon showcase a complete art project with contributors from several American Indian tribes. Saturday, Aug. 28, artist Tracy Conrad, from the Peoria Tribe of Indians of Oklahoma, will paint her interpretation of her tribal seal. She is the only known member of her tribe who is creating traditional and contemporary artwork...

History relocates in Saline County (08/20/10)
Saline County Historical Society continues its move from the northwest corner of Marshall Square to the northeast corner. Historian Marvin Wilhite says it's a methodical process. "Artifacts must be moved one at a time," Wilhite says. Some of the artifacts include letters written by George Caleb Bingham in the mid-1800s...

YMCA prepares for a fall full of programs, activities (08/20/10)
Salt Fork YMCA will host its Crack of Dawn 10k run Saturday, Aug. 21, taking runners along a slightly challenging course through town. Program directors say there are still T-shirts available on a first-come, first-serve basis. Prizes will be awarded for the first place overall male and female participants...

US Senate candidate makes appearance in Marshall (08/19/10)
Robin Carnahan, Missouri Senate candidate, addressed a packed room at Bloomfield's Family Restaurant in Marshall Thursday, Aug. 19. State Rep. Joe Aull, D-Marshall, introduced her as someone who, as Missouri secretary of state, "has done a lot to cut out financial fraud and a lot to help consumers and small businesses."...

Commission hears grant requests to promote tourism (08/19/10)
During its regular meeting Wednesday, Aug. 18, Marshall Tourism Commission heard two grant requests from three Saline County organizations. Stan Moore, chairman of Old Trails Regional Tourism Partnership, presented information on an upcoming meeting with elected officials...

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