Stories from Wednesday, June 17, 2015

Marshall Parks and Recreation's Summer Day Camp has kicked off its seventh year of summer fun. With the return of veteran counselors and campers, the park has added several new campers to our group this year.

"Thursday's concert is geared specifically for children," says Kevin Lines of Thursday evening's concert by the Marshall Municipal Band. "And, of course, the young at heart. The band's taken great care this week to pick music that our young listeners will recognize and I hope parents will bring their children to hear this special concert just for them."...

The Slater City Council met Tuesday, June 15, where the council discussed several upcoming summer events, as well as approved routine minutes and bill payments. Steve McQueen Day has been set for Saturday, June 27, and Assistant City Administrator Gene Griffith stated several vendors and T-shirt sales will be there, along with the numerous cars and various classes...

The Saline County Commission met Tuesday, June 16, where Southern Commissioner Monty Fenner reviewed an upcoming bridge project between the county, MoDOT and other associated companies. "Last Thursday, June 11, we had a pre-construction conference here in the commission office. ...

Mrs. Juanita Williams, 88, died May 19, 2015, in Buffalo. Funeral Services were held May 22 at Montgomery-Viets Chapel with Bro. Claire Reed officiating. Burial was in Mission Ridge Cemetery in Urbana. Juanita was born June 3, 1926, in Roach, to parents Freeman H. Slavens and Oma (Clemmons) Slavens. She married Samuel B. Williams on Aug. 27, 1950...

Marshall City Council members heard concerns from a student during a regular meeting Monday, June 15. Marshall High School student Evan Lawrence was present, acting as a liaison for his peers in regard to police misconduct. "I've been approached by some of my citizens from a younger demographic who feel as if their complaints about police misconduct and harassment are going unheard," Lawrence said. ...

The conference room at Marshall Public Library wasn't filled with discussions of meeting agendas Wednesday, June 17. Instead, conversation about fabrics and looping techniques echoed throughout the room as several members of Heartland Rug Hookers worked on projects.