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Since Marshall City Councilman Tom Hagedorn suggested the city of Marshall should look into the area’s homelessness during the council meeting on Feb. 16 and March 1, there has been a community meeting called. On Friday morning, March 5, Saline County Interagency sent out an email regarding the issue. ...

ST. LOUIS (March 10, 2021) – The National Corn Yield Contest, sponsored annually by the National Corn Growers Association, recognizes farmers from across the country for their efforts and exceptional results. Although the past year posed numerous tests for all sectors of the American public, farmers continued to drive agricultural production in the face of incredible obstacles. ...

ST. LOUIS (March 10, 2021) – The National Corn Yield Contest, sponsored annually by the National Corn Growers Association, recognizes farmers from across the country for their efforts and exceptional results. Although the past year posed numerous tests for all sectors of the American public, farmers continued to drive agricultural production in the face of incredible obstacles. ...

As many anxiously await their turn to be vaccinated against COVID-19, the state of Missouri recently announced the opening of another tier of eligible individuals effective March 15. That tier is defined as those working in what the state is calling “critical infrastructure,” or those who preserve the essential functions of society...

At the Marshall Park Board meeting in February, Marshall Parks Director Chad Unterreiner stated he was in the process of working with the police department and Marshall Municipal Utilities to place security cameras outside at Indian Foothills Park. During a regular park board meeting on Wednesday, March 3, Unterreiner briefly talked about cameras and said MMU’s board of directors also approved the project...

On Saturday morning, March 6, at 10 a.m. residents can join the Friends of Arrow Rock for a virtual First Saturday presentation on Nettie Dickson, the extraordinary woman whose vision for Arrow Rock and the J. Huston Tavern transformed this community and in many ways, this state. Michael Kateman and FAR Executive Director Sandy Selby will be presenting “The Woman Who Saved Arrow Rock.”...

Continuing to partner with Fitzgibbon Hospital and other entities, the Saline County Health Department is finally starting to transition back to normal business services. During the Saline County Commission meeting held Thursday, March 4, SCHD Administrator Tara Brewer reported on the recent COVID number averages, as well as the vaccinations...

During a Saline County Commission meeting held Thursday morning, March 4, the commissioners discussed a correction that needed to be made for the bond. “It was brought to our attention by Jill Hollabaugh — I think we spent about … four and a half hours together last Thursday — that since the conception of the bond — Flotron and McIntosh being paid by MSDC through an agreement and also the anti degradation report, along with engineering fees — submitted by Rich Rhodes — were paid for by the bond,” Northern Commissioner Stephanie Gooden said. ...

Keith Ellefson of Marshall has claimed a $100,000 prize on a Missouri Lottery “$7,000,000 Mega Money” Scratchers game. He purchased his winning ticket at J&K Liquor and Tobacco, 675 S. Odell Ave., in Marshall. Ellefson scratched the ticket in the parking lot, but he didn’t immediately realize how much he’d won. Leaving the prizes unscratched at first, he saw that he had won 200 times something, but he didn’t yet know the amount...

During the Marshall City Council meeting on Monday, March 1, Councilman Tom Hagedorn brought up the homeless problem again. He indicated one of the things that surprised him was a lot of children without parents. “I don’t know where they’re living — with other people or in their car,” Hagedorn said...

A Houstonia man died in a two-vehicle crash in Saline County Monday evening, March 1, and two juveniles were injured. According to a Missouri State Highway Patrol report, the crash occurred at 8:39 p.m. Monday when a 1972 Chevrolet — driven by an unnamed 17-year-old male of Houstonia — and a 1996 Ford — driven by David E. Mullineaux, 58, of Houstonia — were traveling in opposite directions on 125th Road. The Ford reportedly crossed the center of the road and struck the Chevrolet...

During the Marshall City Council meeting held on Monday, March 1, City Administrator David Haugland stated there was one thing that was included in the 2020-2021 budget that he wanted to report on — which had not yet been presented. “One thing that was in the budget that we failed to mention was that we had budgeted for a 3 percent increase in our trash rates,” he said. ...

The new fence ordinance, which was approved by the Marshall City Council on Monday, March 1, will establish rules and regulations regarding the construction and maintenance of fences in the city of Marshall. Types of fences shall include but not be limited to: wood, vinyl, wrought iron, aluminum, chain link, picket, composite, utility, garden, privacy, split rail and security...

On June 15, 2020, Marshall City Inspector Mike Morgan approached the Marshall City Council in regard to a proposed fence ordinance. At the time, he explained what this proposed ordinance would entail or mean for residents if it was approved. “The details regarding the fence ordinance will be locations of fences, types of fences, materials, and, again, heights,” Morgan said. ...

This past weekend, Marshall Public Schools Superintendent Carol Maher stated students could now be allowed to have in-seat learning every weekday, except Wednesday. She said district officials will be tracking COVID cases starting March 3. Maher explained if numbers continue to remain low in the district, then the announcement that MPS students will return for in-seat learning will be made on March 4 — to begin Phase 2 on March 8...

The Marshall Soccer League, a recreation league for children ages 5-12, is returning after its fall hiatus. The league’s focus is on developing skills and having fun. Games will be on Saturdays this spring, beginning April 10 and going through May 1...

During the Saline County Commission meeting on Thursday, Feb. 25, Northern Commissioner Stephanie Gooden briefly talked about the bond information, which was shared by Joey McLiney. The structured bond issue had been previously discussed and revisited on Jan. 7, as well as at the Develop Saline County Advisory Board meeting on Sept. 3, 2020...

MARSHALL — Community Blood Center is the primary provider of blood and blood components to 70-plus hospitals and medical centers in the Greater Kansas City region. CBC will conduct a life-saving blood drive on Wednesday, March 10 “When individuals normally think of essential community services, they often think about fire and police departments.” said Kim Peck, Senior Executive Director of Community Blood Center. ...

After the regular Board of Education meeting for Marshall Public Schools held Tuesday, Feb. 23, board members unanimously approved adjourning into closed session to discuss personnel matters. According to the unofficial meeting minutes, the board unanimously approved the resignations of the following:...

Discussion was held on the approval of 10-plus days for COVID-related absences for Marshall Public Schools. During the Marshall School Board meeting held on Tuesday, Feb. 23, Superintendent Carol Maher reported the district has several employees who have been quarantined because of positive COVID-19 students in their classroom. ...

Saline County Sheriff Cindi Mullins approached the Saline County Commission to present a contract between the city of Slater and the Saline County Sheriff’s Department — which was discussed and approved by the Slater City Council on Tuesday, Feb. 23...

During the Slater School Board meeting held Tuesday night, Feb. 23, Superintendent Debbie Gonzalez presented a few grants: one from Patterson Family and another from Parker Hannifin. “I wrote a grant for Patterson Family … and we were awarded $3,550 to help with any of our pandemic needs,” she said. “ … So I really want to thank that foundation. Then I just got word from Parker Hannifin that we’ve been nominated to apply for a $2,500 grant to them.”...

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (Feb. 24, 2021) — State Auditor Nicole Galloway announced today that her office has begun audits of two school districts in western Missouri. The reviews of the Marshall School District and the Smithville R-II School District were requested through petitions submitted by residents of those districts...

Slater Mayor Stephen Allegri stated the city has had some rumors going around in regard to the police department getting eliminated. However, he indicated that is inaccurate. During a regular Slater City Council meeting held on Tuesday night, Feb. 23, Allegri noted the city is in the process of partnering with the Saline County Sheriff’s Department...

One hundred and ninety-two years ago, it was a hub for river transportation and travelers heading west. Today, the village of Arrow Rock is not a hub for trade or manufacturing. Instead, it makes a living by honoring its history and preserving its name as a National Historic Landmark and the first Missouri State Historic Site...

University of Missouri Extension is planning on providing free tax-preparation and e-filling assistance to those who reside in the northwest region of Missouri. The locations and dates will be in Marshall, Keytesville, Carrollton, and several other cities across the region...

Along with other FFA chapters in the county and state, the Slater FFA Chapter is celebrating National FFA Week. The following are FFA students who have earned their State Degrees and American Degrees since 2014: State Degrees: 2104: Noah Leimkuehler Trent Lewellen,...

Because of a reduction in new cases of COVID-19 locally, the Baby Grace Diaper Assistance program will be open 1:30-5 p.m. every Thursday afternoon at First United Methodist Church, 225 E. Arrow St. in Marshall. Distribution is drive-thru at the portico entrance on the parking lot. During Lent, volunteers are giving Baby Bible board books. Free hand disinfectant is also available...

These are the following who have submitted their election notice for the April 6, 2021 General Municipal Election Day in Saline County: Village of Arrow Rock Town Board Members — Vote for 2 — 2 year term — Kirby McCullough — Mandy Dorrance...

Care Connection for Aging Services will help people of all ages enroll in the Health Insurance Marketplace through a special open enrollment period, which ends May 15. The COVID-19 pandemic prompted an extended 2021 enrollment period. The agency has several licensed “navigators” who can provide one-on-one assistance to people who need help to register on the online Marketplace; compare health plans that are available in Missouri; price coverage; determine whether they would qualify for income tax credits based upon their incomes; and understand benefits.. ...

The Saline County Sheriff’s Department has been notified of a telephone scam that has recently been targeting individuals on the sex offender list. According to the reports, the department has received calls from residents of Saline County about the phone scams, which are being made to appear to be from the sheriff’s department telephone number. ...

Missouri University of Science and Technology has announced the name of the students who made their Fall 2020 honors list. The following area students were named to that list: Andrew Edwards of Malta Bend, Logan Davis and Joseph Henke, both of Marshall, and Elizabeth Pomerenke of Sweet Springs...

Certificates of Appreciation were presented to Sweet Springs School Board members Thursday, Feb. 18, in observation of Board Appreciation Week. Superintendent Lori Price thanked board members for all they do during a regular meeting that evening. Price provided a brief report, noting the district has missed nine days of school due to inclement weather. ...

One man sustained minor injuries when the vehicle he was driving began sliding off the road on Interstate 70 early Thursday, Feb. 18. According to the Missouri State Highway Patrol report, a 2008 Dodge Avenger began sliding off the left side of the roadway, causing it to strike a cable barrier. This occurred at 5:22 a.m. in Saline County. At the time, the vehicle was heading eastbound near the 81.4- mile marker...

The Marshall Public Library was recently awarded a $6,191 grant to support its summer reading program. The grant was one of 120 grants distributed to libraries in Missouri from the Missouri State Library. With the total of the Missouri State Library grant being $1,446,775 in federal awards, its funding to the Marshall library will provide a virtual program to all ages with a special focus on children and teens. ...

The Marshall City Council briefly went over electrical and plumbing board appointments on Tuesday, Feb. 16. Mayor Julie Schwetz stated the council will revisit these appointments at the next meeting. “Richard Stark and Danny Warren for the Electrical Board, then Derek Davis and Doug Jacobs for the Plumbing Board,” she said...

During a regular Marshall City Council meeting held Tuesday, Feb. 16, Marshall Municipal Utilities General Manager Jeff Bergstrom presented a proposed ordinance to execute a contract between the city, Board of Public Works, and Burns and McDonnell for improvements to the wastewater treatment plant...

The Saline County Public Water Supply District No. 3 reported on Tuesday morning, Feb. 16, at approximately 11:30 a.m. about the possibility of a big leak in the Miami area. “While the leak could be on the district side, it probably is on the customer’s side meaning it could be someone’s meter that is broken, and water is flowing at maximum,” the department said on Facebook. ...

The following story may make you think of Rapunzel or Rumpelstiltskin, two characters from fairy tales by the Brothers Grimm. Just imagine Rapunzel letting her hair fall from the window of the turret or Rumpelstiltskin’s daughter sitting in the tower spinning straw into gold...

There have not been as many parked vehicles on snow routes recently as there have been in the past, according to Marshall Municipal Services Director Bill Anderson; albeit they are always a challenge for plows to contend with. “A majority of people moved them,” Anderson said of vehicle owners during the last bout of snow...

After some revisions and discussion, the Marshall City Council held a public hearing for the proposed fence ordinance — which had been discussed multiple times last year. During the council meeting held on Sept. 21, 2020, Mayor Julie Schwetz stated Planning and Zoning had no further comments nor did anyone attend their meeting regarding the fence ordinance...

One woman sustained serious injuries when the car she was in overturned on Interstate 70 early Saturday Feb. 13. A 2016 Nissan Maxima traveled off the right side of the road, overturned and finally came to rest on its wheels. This occurred at 2:25 a.m. in Saline County, the vehicle was heading westbound near 66.2 mile marker...

The removal of two trees in Sweet Springs is being discussed by the city’s Board of Aldermen. During a regular board meeting Monday, Feb. 8, it was reported the first tree is located in the park near the ball diamond, causing damage to the dugout. According to unofficial meeting minutes, City Clerk Michelle Fuehring reported the second tree is in the alley on Jefferson Street. ...

The Sweet Springs Motorsports Complex will be hosting the Topless Spring Fling event April 24-23. According to a flyer shared on Facebook, practice will be Thursday, April 22. For more information visit www.sweetspringraceway.com.

A house on East Slater Street, in Marshall, suffered from a fire late Friday, Feb. 12, and Marshall firefighters were able to keep the fire on the floor of origin. According to a Marshall Fire Department report, MFD arrive at 11:55 p.m. Friday and found a small, smoldering fire between the first and second floor of a structure on the 500 block of Slater Street. ...

COLUMBIA, Mo. – If your farm has been in your family since Dec. 31, 1921, you can apply to have it recognized as a Missouri Century Farm. University of Missouri Extension, the MU College of Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources, and Missouri Farm Bureau sponsor the program...

As snow continues to make its way into the state of Missouri, temperatures will likely start to waver between -23 to 37 degrees Fahrenheit. The National Weather Service predicts for the weather on Thursday, Feb. 18, the high will be 19 degrees, and partly cloudy...

MARSHALL — The Missouri Valley College Division of Fine Arts announces the cast for its production of “A Pandemic Night’s Dream,” which will be performed March 18-20 at 7:30 p.m. in the Eckilson-Mabee Theatre and streamed live via the college’s website...

According to a press release from Fritzgibbon Hospital, Fitzgibbon is considered a high-throughput hospital by the state of Missouri for access to COVID-19 vaccinations as part of the state’s phased in plan. In addition, Fitzgibbon affiliated clinics in Brunswick, Slater, Marshall and Fayette are all approved vaccinators...

During the Saline County Commission meeting on Thursday, Feb. 11, Presiding Commissioner Kile Guthrey stated they would be approving the annual bids — which were presented at the meeting on Feb. 4. Human Resources Manager Michelle Hinnah went over the selected bids...

While going over the bids, the Saline County Commission received a few questions from Republican representative Lee Hamilton in regard to the 2021 budget. During the commission meeting on Thursday morning, Feb. 11, Hamilton said there were a few things she did not quite understand — one of the things being a jump in the miscellaneous section on page 29 of the budget...

Malta Bend students will temporarily transition to distance learning because of the frigid weather conditions. According to a press release issued by the school district, administrators have scheduled a three-day time frame for distance learning. The schedule is as follows:...

ARROW ROCK — With theaters across the country temporarily closed due to the impact of the COVID‐19 pandemic, many entertainment seekers are left devoid of the live entertainment experiences they crave and so badly need. The Arrow Rock Lyceum Theatre presents an all‐new compelling live entertainment experience that audiences can enjoy from the comfort of their own homes with the convenience and ease of Zoom...

Care Connection for Aging Services is sponsoring a free, virtual support group for caregivers of adults with Alzheimer’s Disease and other types of dementia. The group meets from 12:30-1:30 p.m. the first Wednesday of every month via Zoom. This support group is designed to provide emotional, educational, and social support for caregivers through regularly scheduled meetings online...

The victim of a recent incident in Slater has been positively identified, and one person is currently facing formal charges after a citizen contacted E-911 Wednesday, Feb. 3, to advise that two persons were entering a residence on East Emma Street in Slater...

An attic fire threatened a Marshall house late Saturday, Feb. 6, but the fire was contained and no injuries were reported. According to a Marshall Fire Department report, firefighters responded to the 1200 block of South Sharp Avenue shortly after 10 p.m. ...

Two Slater residents were injured in a crash Saturday afternoon, Feb. 6, according to a Missouri State Highway Patrol report. The report stated the crash occurred at Route NN, near Route C, when a 2004 Ford Explorer traveled off the left side of the road and overturned...

Three Blackburn residents — including two juveniles — were injured in a three-vehicle crash Tuesday, Jan. 26, in Lafayette County. According to a Missouri State Highway Patrol report, the crash occurred on state Highway 20 near Highway 23 when a GMC Yukon — driven by Sheryl Huffington, 68, of Blackburn — failed to yield as it was crossing Highway 20. ...

JEFFERSON CITY – The Missouri Department of Transportation is advising motorists to “know before you go” as bitter cold temperatures combined with snow and wind gusts up to 25 mph will affect travel from Saturday morning into the evening. According to the National Weather Service, periods of snow on Saturday will give way to frigid temperatures Saturday night. Sunday’s temperatures are expected to be in the single digits for most of the state with the possibility of below-zero wind chills...

On Saturday, March 13, the Marshall High School Project Graduation team will present the Luck of the Irish Dinner and Raffle, where one lucky ticket holder out of 300 will win a $10,000 grand prize. Tickets are currently on sale at Lee’s Studio and Viking Athletic Goods, both located on the Marshall square...

MARSHALL – Saline County 4-H held its annual Recognition Event on Sunday, Jan. 31, at the Saline County Fairground. More than 250 youth ages 5-18 from across Saline County were a part of Missouri 4-H during their 2019-2020 year through eight community clubs, in-school programming, and community outreach. ...

Currently, the Marshall Park Board is in the process of discussing whether or not they will be doing away with the Marshall Parks and Recreation annual summer food program. At a regular park board meeting on Wednesday night, Feb. 3, Marshall Parks Director Chad Unterreiner explained the reason why the department is considering removing the program. ...

During the Marshall Park Board meeting on Wednesday, Feb. 3, Marshall Parks Director Chad Unterreiner reported the Optimist Club of Marshall will be helping to obtain baseball helmets for the Marshall Parks and Recreation youth ball summer program. He said as of right now, the club is buying 175...

During a regular Saline County Commission meeting held Thursday morning, Feb. 4, Presiding Commissioner Kile Guthrey went over a list of bids for products and services. The list is as follows: — First bid is from Poppy’s Remodeling & Design in Marshall for general carpentry and painting...

Law enforcement officials have two people in custody after a deceased female was found in a Slater residence. According to information from the Missouri State Highway Patrol, MSHP responded to the residence Wednesday, Feb. 3, to assist a Saline County deputy in regard to a deceased person. A Highway Patrol spokesman confirmed a female was deceased, and at approximately 6 p.m. the Saline County Sheriff’s Office requested their Division of Drug and Crime Control assist with the investigation...

In January, DECA Inc. announced that SCCC DECA earned Thrive status for their chapter for the third year in a row. The purpose of these campaigns is to help a chapter develop a program of work and build lasting partnerships within the school and community. The chapter completed the promotional campaign, community service campaign, and the membership campaign this year...

Grandparents who are raising their grandchildren who have legal questions may find some answers at a free webinar hosted by Legal Aid of Western Missouri and Care Connection for Aging Services. Topics include custody, guardianship and conservatorship, public benefits, and visitation. Questions may be submitted ahead of time...

On Wednesday morning, Feb. 3, Slater School District High School Principal Jessica Clements sent out an email to recognize students of the month of January. Each student was presented with certificates and were praised by their teachers. Students of the month for January were: Tay Nelson; Christan Audsley; Mattie Thies; and DawnAnn Hager...

“I was very impressed with the way everything was organized. There were no problems at all. We were prepared to wait, so we got here a little early. And we’re out of here actually three minutes before we were supposed to be here for our appointment,” said Bill Wright, who along with his wife, Kathryn, were among those who received first doses of COVID-19...

Roughly 400,000 feet of conduit has been stored at one of Marshall Municipal Utilities’ lots in preparation of the first round of the utility’s broadband Internet installation project. Currently, MMU is waiting for USDA approval of a bid document. Once approved, officials can send out to begin some of the contract labor...

A member of Ahrens Contracting climbs down into the rubble Tuesday afternoon, Feb. 2, after removing some of the old Marshall Municipal Utilities Power Plant building. After months of abatements and laborious preparations by MMU ...

City of Slater crew members work to replace a broken sewer line Tuesday, Feb. 2, after it washed out underneath the street. It was reported to the city on Sunday that the street was sagging, and crews were able to begin digging on Monday, Feb. 1. Assistant City Administrator Gene Griffith stated they are hoping to get their feet above ground Tuesday and complete the work on Wednesday. ...

Amy Weber, with Fitzgibbon Hospital in Marshall, approached the Marshall City Council stating she was going to give an update on the COVID-19 vaccine, upon Mayor Julie Schwetz’s request. During a regular council meeting on Monday, Feb. 1, Weber noted she had some good news for the community...

Punxsutawney Phil, the famous groundhog forecaster, saw his shadow Tuesday morning, Feb. 2, which is a prediction of six more weeks of winter weather. Phil was awoken from his burrow Tuesday by members of the Punxsutawney Groundhog Club at Gobbler’s Knob in Punxsutawney, Pa...

JEFFERSON CITY, MO – The availability of COVID-19 vaccine continues to be the leading factor limiting vaccination of the more than 2 million remaining Missourians currently eligible according to Missouri’s priority phases. Missouri’s interagency vaccine planning team has selected hospitals within all regions of the state that will be receiving just over half of the state’s weekly vaccine allocation through the month of February...

A teen driver was injured in a one-vehicle crash in Saline County early Saturday morning, Jan. 23. According to a Missouri State Highway Patrol report, the incident occurred on state Highway 240 when a 1996 Chevrolet GMT 400 was traveling east and went off the right side of the road. The driver — a 16-year-old unnamed male from Slater — overcorrected, causing the vehicle to travel off the left side of the road and overturn...

Plans to upgrade aspects of the Saline County Fairground are continuing to grow, as members of the fairground association are wrangling their way toward the 11th annual Denim and Diamonds fundraiser. The dinner and auction typically draws more than 200 supporters to the fairground’s Multipurpose Building for an evening of catered dining and cocktails, and bidding on a vast array of donated auction items. ...

MARSHALL — The University of Missouri and Missouri Farm Bureau are sponsoring a commemorative book celebrating the Missouri Century Farm program and its families. They hope to include historical content on all Missouri century farms through 2021. In order to be included in this volume, contact the Saline Extension Office at 660-886-6908 to receive the easy fill-in-the-blank questionnaire, or reach out to missourifarmsbook@acclaimpress.com directly. ...

Women who are busy, stressed, tired, anxious, or just have a need to carve out some time for themselves may benefit from attending this year’s Beloved Women’s Retreat. The retreat is designed to give hope, encouragement, and lift the weight off of one’s shoulders...

After the Slater School District received a $71,000 memorial donation from John Kiso on April 16, 2020, Superintendent Debbie Gonzalez suggested the Slater School Board gather information and look into getting a recreational building. During a regular board meeting Tuesday evening, Jan. 26, board members discussed a proposal to obtain a new recreational building...

Mayor Julie Schwetz proclaimed February as “Career and Technical Education Month” in the city of Marshall. On Tuesday, Jan. 26, Career and Technical Student Organization presidents gathered for a photo to commemorate the event. According to a press release issued by the Saline County Career Center, students enrolled in these courses gain pathway-specific technical and academic skills while acquiring employability skills, which allow for success in the workplace or future education...

During the principals’ reports at the Slater School Board meeting on Tuesday, Jan. 26, High School Principal Jessica Clements stated it was the most wonderful time of the year — the 40th anniversary of the Wildcat Classic Tournament. “We’re at the very beginning of it, we’re at the cusp,” she said...

For this year’s School Board Recognition Month in January 2021, the Slater School District honored its Board of Education not only with a thank you meal, but a few gifts and a poster. At a regular board meeting Tuesday, Jan. 26, Elementary and Junior High Principal Becky Drummond thanked board members for all they do...

After the regular Board of Education meeting for Marshall Public Schools held Tuesday, Jan. 26, board members unanimously approved adjourning into closed session to discuss personnel matters. According to the unofficial meeting minutes, the board unanimously accepted two-year contracts for the following: Grace Durham, director of special services, at her current rate of pay; and Assistant Superintendent Terry Lorenz, who is currently in his first year of another two-year contract...

After the Marshall Public Schools Board of Education approved to hold a regular meeting on Tuesday, Jan. 26, Assistant Superintendent Terry Lorenz indicated he had a few things to report. According to the unofficial meeting minutes, he reported the sod for the Marshall High School football field had been received...

Marshall Public Schools Superintendent Carol Maher reported the Return to Learning Plan is an administrative procedure and was never voted into policy. During a regular Board of Education meeting held Tuesday evening, Jan. 26, Maher and board members talked about the district’s Return to Learning Plan, as well as COVID-19 issues...

During the Saline County Commission meeting on Tuesday morning, Jan. 26, Southern Commissioner Monte Fenner provided updates for the waterline at the Marshall Junction. He stated the crew for Rhodes Engineering were scheduled to move to Route H last Thursday. However, Rich Rhodes, the county engineer, informed the commission of a recent delay...

Saline County Emergency Management Director Tony Day approached the Saline County Commission stating there were COVID-19 vaccine supply shortage and storage issues. During a regular commission meeting held Tuesday morning, Jan. 26, the emergency management director explained some of the reasons why...

The Saline County Commission met in regular session on Tuesday, Jan. 26, to open vehicle bids for the Assessor’s Office. Presiding Commissioner Kile Guthrey stated there were a total of four bids: two from Elmer Hare Ford Sales Inc. and two from McCarthy Chevrolet Buick GMC in Marshall...

In the first of what will be many events, the Saline County Health Department, Fitzgibbon Hospital and Missouri Valley College are joining forces in the fight against COVID-19 by holding a mass vaccine event. The Saline County Health Department is working from their list of individuals who have indicated their desire to receive the vaccine when it becomes available. ...

The Marshall Fire Department responded to Rose Acre Farms — a business at 123 N. Miami Ave. — at approximately 4:15 a.m. Friday, Jan. 22, after a person on the scene had smelled smoke. According to an MFD report, firefighters found moderate smoke in the east of the building when they arrived. No fire was found during a search of the building, but they did find a room that had been on fire before their arrival and self-extinguished...

Sitting comfortably in a pair of warm, Kansas City Chiefs pants, sparkling earrings and a light-up, Christmas sweater, Mary Lenz, of Marshall, prepares herself for the outcome of the AFC Championship game on Sunday, Jan. 24. Over the last several years, she has not only become a huge fan of the KC Chiefs, but has collected a lot of merchandise.

Students at Marshall Public Schools will remain in classes, although the district’s COVID Dashboard numbers are over the current threshold of the Return to Learning Plan. The numbers on the dashboard have dropped significantly, Superintendent Carol Maher stated in a message to employees, from 14.5 to 9.6...

Community Food Pantry, in Marshall, announced today a $4,738 grant from The Food Bank for Central and Northeast Missouri to help provide hunger relief to Saline County families. The funds were used to purchase a three-door commercial cooler. Community Food Pantry is one of The Food Bank’s more than 140 partner agencies across its 32-county service area in central and northeast Missouri. ...

Every year, the Marshall Animal Shelter works hard to try and make sure every cat and dog is adopted out. However, the result is always the same — black cats and dogs are the last ones to get forever homes. “They’re always the last,” Danita Phillips, the shelter manager, said. “If you have a pen, like with a black, a white or a brown — the black will always be the last to go.”...

As the State of Missouri continues its implementation plan for COVID-19 vaccines, Fitzgibbon Hospital and its affiliated clinics are preparing by pre-registering individuals interested in receiving the vaccine. Vaccine supplies are limited and are being administered in phases determined by the state of Missouri, beginning with healthcare workers on the front lines and continuing to first responders. ...

After serving the Slater area for nearly 20 years, Slater General Store is preparing to close its doors, but owners indicated they feel something better is on its way. On Feb. 1, C&R Market will take possession of the building and begin moving its grocery store to that location. While the market will continue to offer its same products and services, customers can expect even more...

The Marshall Board of Public Works approved two requests from Marshall Municipal Utilities departments during a regular meeting Wednesday, Jan. 13. According to an informational packet from the meeting, the board approved a three-year tree-trimming and brush spraying contract, awarded to Poor Boy Tree Service Inc. The item was budgeted at $200,000...

On Thursday morning, Jan. 21, the Saline County Commission received a second round of questions from county resident Jill Hollabaugh, who requested a follow-up on the projects and responsibilities, along with the forensic audit and Flotron. Listed below is the entire Q&A:...

During a regular Saline County Commission meeting held Thursday, Jan. 21, Northern Commissioner Stephanie Gooden stated she spoke with Marshall Municipal Utilities General Manager Jeff Bergstrom to see where the county was at in terms of obtaining rural broadband Internet...