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A Marshall man was injured in a crash after attempting to avoid a vehicle traveling in the wrong direction Wednesday morning, May 5. According to a Missouri State Highway Patrol report, Dane A. Branson, 23, of Marshall, was driving a 1993 Freightliner Conventional north on Route F in Lafayette County. The truck traveled off the right side of the roadway and overturned due to an unknown vehicle traveling south in the northbound lanes, the report stated...

During the Marshall City Council meeting on Monday, May 3, Mayor Julie Schwetz stated board members had to elect a new mayor pro tem after Councilman Chuck Hines resigned from the board. She asked for a nomination in the form of a motion. “I would like to nominate Dan Brandt,” Councilman Harold Simmons said...

Construction on the new kitchen is nearing completion, and the J. Huston Tavern will reopen in July. The tavern is currently offering a great deal on gift cards. Call General Manager Alan Hagedorn at 660-837-3200 and order a gift certificate for any amount and residents will get an extra 20 percent in value put on their gift card...

SEDALIA — The Missouri FFA Association recognized Cole Allen Murphy of the Sweet Springs FFA Chapter as the Area 6 Star Farmer and one of four finalists at the 93rd Missouri FFA Convention. His parents are Brent and DeEtta Murphy of Houstonia. His advisors are Brent Niemeyer and Kristen Fenner...

During the Marshall City Council meeting on Monday, May 3, Councilman Dewey Hendrix asked if there was anything the city could do about the Dairy Queen drive thru issue. Not only has he received several complaints about the crowded roadway on Morrow Street, but so has Municipal Services Director Bill Anderson and the Marshall Police Department...

Some Marshall police officers were constricted to a neighborhood near the old habilitation center several days ago, but not in response to criminal activity. It was reported via social media that there was a call on Friday, April 30, for a yellow patterned snake that appeared to be a python, approximately 5-feet-long, and it was chased into a storm drain...

SEDALIA — The Missouri FFA Association awarded Marshall FFA Chapter a Gold Emblem, a Top Chapter Award. Marshall placed 19th out of 351 chapters. Only 10 percent of state chapters receive a top chapter designation each year. The Marshall FFA advisors are McKalie Lorenz, Megan Roth and Carolgene Zvacek. ...

An update was given on City Administrator David Haugland during the Marshall City Council meeting on Monday evening, May 3. The council had voted to suspend him with pay and benefits, during a closed session on April 9. “The city has received notice of David Haugland’s resignation effective today (Monday),” Mayor Julie Schwetz said. “So I would ask the council for a motion to accept that resignation.”...

SEDALIA — The Sweet Springs FFA Chapter placed second in the livestock evaluation career development event at the 93rd Missouri FFA Convention. There were 25 teams in the competition. The team members include Cole Murphy, Kynleigh Fuehring, Grant Knipmeyer and Keegan Brewer. Murphy placed third, Fuehring placed 12th, Knipmeyer placed 15th and Brewer placed 45th out of 88 participants. The Sweet Springs FFA advisors are Kristen Fenner and Brent Niemeyer...

A 1996 Honda Accord was traveling northbound on Route 41 in Saline County on Friday evening, April 30, when it struck another vehicle at the intersection of between 41 and Highway 240. According to a Missouri State Highway Patrol report, as the Honda — driven by a female juvenile, 16, from Marshall — was heading north on 41, a 2014 Jeep Patriot — driven by Karen Stevens, 62, of Marshall — was traveling westbound on 240. ...

SEDALIA — The Missouri FFA Association awarded Sweet Springs FFA Chapter a Gold Emblem, a Top Chapter Award. Sweet Springs placed fourth out of 351 chapters. Only 10 percent of state chapters receive a top chapter designation each year. The Sweet Springs FFA advisors are Kristen Fenner and Brent Niemeyer. ...

SEDALIA — The Missouri FFA Association awarded Slater FFA Chapter a Gold Emblem, a Top Chapter Award. Slater placed eighth out of 351 chapters. Only 10 percent of state chapters receive a top chapter designation each year. The Slater FFA advisor is Zach Crews. The top chapters compete for the National FFA Chapter Award. Winners will be announced this fall at the 94th National FFA Convention & Expo in Indianapolis. This award is sponsored by FCS Financial...

Bueker Middle School's Student Council collected 966 food items to donate to little pantries in Marshall. The Student Council challenged BMS students to bring in items to support the community. Extra items were given to the Marshall Public School Social Work Team to utilize as needed...

SEDALIA — The Sweet Springs FFA Chapter placed fourth in the Parliamentary Procedure Leadership Development event at the 93rd Missouri FFA Convention. Sweet Springs team members are Allison Trautman, Cobin Zimmerschied, Blake Schroeder, Noah Foagarty, Donavan Hoyes and Ty Stauch. Sweet Springs advisors are Kristen Fenner and Brent Niemeyer...

SEDALIA – The Missouri Small Business Development Center (SBDC) at State Fair Community College will host, at no cost, a three-session Money Smart Series for small businesses located in Pettis, Johnson, Saline and Lafayette counties only. Sessions will be from 10 a.m. ...

Malta Bend Memorial Post No. 558 of the American Legion hosted a blood drive with the Community Blood Center of Kansas City, Mo., at the post’s building in Malta Bend on Tuesday, April 27. A total of 21 units of blood were donated. Although donations were down from other drives, it’s notable that two farmers took time off from working in their fields to stop in and donate...

The Marshall School Board met in a special session on Thursday, April 29, to discuss an emergency waiver of Policy GCBA and Administrative Procedure GCBA-AP, that had been requested by building principals. According to the unofficial meeting minutes, the waiver would remove the 10-year experience limit on the teachers’ salary schedule for hiring new teachers. The waiver would become effective during the 2021-2022 and 2022-2023 academic school years...

Teaming up with the Henry County Library, Care Connection For Aging Services, Marshall Senior Center and Odessa Senior Center will be hosting Reading Between the Lines Book Club on Zoom. This free event will discuss “Almost Perfect” by Brian Katcher and take place on Thursday, May 6, at 7 p.m. To register, visit Marshall Senior Center’s events calendar on Facebook, call 1-800-748-7826 or email information@goaging.org...

The Salt Fork YMCA will be hosting Biddy T-ball on June 3, 10, 17, and 24 for ages 3-4. Biddy T-ball will be on the east side of the Y and go from 5:30-6:15 p.m. Residents with any questions or concerns may contact Shelby Dawson at 660-886-9622 or sdawson@saltforkymca.org...

During a Saline County Commission meeting on Thursday morning, April 29, Southern Commissioner Monte Fenner went over bids for Bridge No. 52, which is located in Sweet Springs. “The lowest bid was from C&C Bridge and Concrete from Pilot Grove, Missouri,” he said. “That bid was $664,706.50. The highest bid was $827,222.75. The estimated cost by our engineer was $475,316.50.”...

A 47-year-old man is being held on $15,000 bond and facing a class B felony after an incident that allegedly took place on Thursday, April 8. According to a probable cause statement filed with the Saline County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office, a female called 9-1-1 shortly after 1 p.m. and stated she just returned home after working out of town for several days to find a strange man sleeping in her bed...

After a long year of virtual meetings, the Arrow Rock Chapter of the National Society of the Daughters of the American Revolution was delighted to meet on April 20, at Brown’s Chapel in Arrow Rock. The highlight of the meeting was honoring the chapter’s 2020 American History Essay Contest winners...

On Tuesday night, April 27, Marshall Park Board member Robin Baker shared a status update on Facebook regarding the annual MOJam festivities for 2021. “As of right now, MOJam 2021 is on and we are moving forward with planning,” he said. After speaking with Marshall Parks Director Chad Unterreiner, Baker indicated they are both in agreement by allowing this event to commence. Therefore, the current three-day self bow event will take place July 15-17 at Indian Foothills Park...

A Columbia man is facing two felony charges after reportedly fleeing from law enforcement on Interstate 70 in Saline County Saturday, April 24. According to a probable cause statement, at approximately 4:40 p.m. a Missouri State Highway Patrol trooper observed a Ford Focus traveling west at 93 mph. ...

Marshall RISE hosted a successful Youth Service Day on Saturday, April 24. Over 40 youth and adults participated at four work sites in town. Four community gardens were cleaned up and started, four Little Food Pantries were painted and assembled, donated bicycles were repaired, flower pots were planted and given to healthcare workers, lots were cleaned, and much more...

The Arrow Rock Quilt Camp will be taking place May 4-6 at the schoolhouse in Arrow Rock. On Wednesday, May 5, Michael Sweeney with the Missouri Historical Society will be in Arrow Rock with two bicentennial quilts, the Missouri Bicentennial Quilt and the Missouri 4-H Bicentennial Quilt. ...

This year marks the bicentennial of Missouri statehood and the Santa Fe Trail. A special exhibit, "Paddlewheel to Wagon Wheel," explains how commerce on the Missouri River and the Santa Fe Trail were interwoven and resulted in Missouri being declared “the soundest economy in the Union” by 1839. The exhibit will remain in the Arrow Rock State Historic Site visitors' center through the end of year...

Arrow Rock is hosting two, family-friendly events, May 6-8, and you can participate whether you'd prefer to take part from home or come to the village for some in-person fun. The annual Birds & Bees Festival in Arrow Rock returns this year in hybrid form. The festival is held in conjunction with The Village of Arrow Rock’s Vintage Garden Market...

A Slater man was killed and one woman was injured when the vehicle they were traveling in Monday morning, April 26, crashed off of state Highway 240 in Saline County. According to a Missouri State Highway Patrol report, the incident occurred at approximately 10:53 a.m. ...

“Education’s going to be a priority,” Missouri Governor Mike Parson said Monday morning, April 26, to a crowd gathered at the Saline County Career Center. Parson stated he was going to continue to fully fund education, to invest in community colleges, training centers, and Work Ready communities across the state...

On Sunday night, April 25, a 2002 Toyota was traveling eastbound in Saline County on Interstate 70 when the vehicle changed lanes and traveled off the roadway. According to a Missouri State Highway Patrol report, the motor vehicle accident occurred at the 78.6-mile marker around 9:30 p.m. The Toyota — driven by Peter Stathas, 24, of Kansas City, Kan. — struck the guardrail and ground, overturning and coming to rest on the driver’s side when Stathas was ejected...

Marshall Municipal Utilities’ IT and Broadband Director Jim Widel updated the Board of Public Works on some of the happenings in his department during a board meeting Thursday, April 15. According to unofficial meeting minutes, Widel stated a half mile of cable was pulled on April 14 on north Highway 65, and framing has started on the next mile. He reported crews will be working at the airport, running fiber to the fuel card reader and installing security cameras at Indian Foothills Park...

On Friday April 16, Sweet Springs School District Superintendent Lori Price announced the schools had been informed by the Saline County Health Department the region would be transitioning to Level I-Awareness for COVID-19. “ … and because the district has had zero active cases for the last six weeks, the district will follow suit and move to Level I, as well,” she said. ...

During the Marshall School Board meeting held on Tuesday evening, April 20, Brian Wilcoxson, director of Saline County Career Center, reported plans are being made on the layout of the new building purchased from Fitzgibbon Hospital for the Practical Nursing Program. He recognized his staff who is a blessing to him and students...

During the Slater School Board meeting on Tuesday, April 20, Superintendent Debbie Gonzalez presented the summer acceleration program. She explained to the board this is something that CARES Act funding is going to help the district do. “We’d like to offer the opportunity for our KA students who have been identified through our NWEA assessments that would benefit from extra help,” Gonzalez told board members. ...

This year the Marshall Parks and Recreation department has worked diligently in trying to bring back all the fun activities and programs it offers to the community — including summer youth ball and swim team. Marshall Parks Director Chad Unterreiner stated for the month of April the Indian Foothills Golf Course plans to sponsor four local clubs with the first ever “Unity in the Community” tournament. ...

According to a press release issued by the Marshall Police Department, an approximate two-month investigation by MPD into the report of distribution of narcotics ended on Thursday, April 22, at approximately 9 a.m., with the serving of a search warrant at a residence on Highland Court...

A young Columbia man was injured when his vehicle crashed in Saline County early Thursday, April 22. According to a Missouri State Highway Patrol report, the incident occurred at 4:30 a.m. on Route 240 when a Crown Victoria — driven by Cameron Quinn, 19, of Columbia — crossed the center line. The vehicle went off the left side of the road and struck a ditch before it overturned...

A resident request and several bids were discussed during a Sweet Springs Board of Aldermen meeting Monday, April 12. According to unofficial meeting minutes, resident Chad Vansteenburg and the Vansteenburg family were present to discuss the garage on their parents’ property. ...

For those still seeking a COVID-19 vaccine, registering on the Fitzgibbon Hospital website will continue to be the primary way to get scheduled. With declining numbers of individuals presenting at recent walk-in vaccination clinics, Fitzgibbon Hospital and affiliated physician offices in Marshall, Brunswick, Slater and Fayette, Mo., are transitioning the administration of the vaccine back into the office setting. ...

Slater High School STUCO will be hosting a Baseball Student Tailgate event on Monday, May 10, weather permitting.

COLUMBIA, Mo. – In recognition of the Missouri Bicentennial, University of Missouri Extension will extend this year’s Century Farm application deadline to June 1. “With our partners the Missouri Farm Bureau and the MU College of Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources, we want to be sure every eligible farm family has an opportunity to apply in this special year as we celebrate Missouri’s 200th year of statehood,” said Marshall Stewart, MU vice chancellor for extension and engagement...

Several items of new business were discussed by the Sweet Springs Board of Aldermen during a regular meeting on Monday, April 12. Newly elected officials were sworn into office by City Clerk Michelle Fuehring. Alderman Boyd Jones was approved as board president, and board members approved the mayor’s appointments to city boards...

Malta Bend American Legion Post No. 558 and the Malta Bend School District are hosting a spring blood drive on Tuesday, April 27. Organizers are hoping for a large turnout of donors. Pre-registration is preferred, but walk-ins are welcome. The blood drive will be operated by Community Blood Center, which just announced a blood shortage in the region. ...

During Marshall School Board’s closed session held on Tuesday, April 20, the board approved to purchase land to expand Bueker Middle School’s playground. According to the unofficial meeting minutes, the land is north of BMS and overall purchase price is $89,900. There were no objections to the discussion...

The Marshall City Council held a meeting on Monday, April 19, and had an appropriate follow up on an event request for the Midwestern Hydrocephalus Coalition Poker Run. Mayor Julie Scwhetz stated Cody Samson, with the organization, was in the audience in case anyone had questions...

The Marshall City Council met in a closed session following a special session held on Friday, April 9. According to meeting minutes provided, Councilman Tom Hagedorn made a motion to suspend City Administrator David Haugland with pay and benefits during the closed session. The motion was seconded by Councilman Kirk Arends...

A Marshall resident was involved in a two-vehicle crash in Morgan County Monday morning, but did not sustain any reported injuries. According to a Missouri State Highway Patrol report, the crash occurred on state Highway 52 when a 2002 Chevrolet Tahoe, driven by Devon Keller, 29, of Marshall, was making a left hand turn and turned into the path of a second vehicle...

A Marshall woman was injured in a two-vehicle crash Friday afternoon, April 16, on Interstate 70 in Saline County. According to a Missouri State Highway Patrol report, a Ford F150 — driven by Michael O. Bowlby, 72, of Moberly — slowed due to traffic congestion near the 76.6-mile marker. The report states a Ford Escape — driven by Kristin L. Steffens, 20, of Marshall — travelled off the right side of the road and struck the F150...

On Tuesday night, April 20, a 2015 Nissan Altima received moderate damage in Saline County. According to a Missouri State Highway Patrol report, the Nissan — driven by Demond Laney, 38, of Marshall — was traveling westbound on Interstate 70 when it traveled off the left side of the roadway. The vehicle struck the median cables and the driver had to be transported to Fitzgibbon Hospital. The crash occurred at 10:22 p.m...

The Slater School Board held a meeting in the district library near the central office on Tuesday, April 20, to certify election results and reorganize the board. “We had three people run for school board,” Board Vice President Jayme England said. “We had Hannah Duncan with 53, Jason Stockman with 91, Bonita Butner with 72 — so Jason and Bonita are the winners. Congratulations.”...

MARSHALL — The Missouri Valley College Division of Fine Arts will present its annual Spring Music Show on April 22-24 at 7:30 p.m. nightly in the Eckilson-Mabee Theatre. The show will feature the MVC Concert Choir, the Music Theatre Ensemble and their guests: the MVC Repertory Dance Ensemble and Professor Troy Hunt. This is a show the whole family can enjoy...

For a cloudy, spring day on Tuesday morning, April 20, residents in Saline County and the city of Marshall were surprised to see snowflakes sticking to the top of homes, businesses and gardens. Motorists turned on their headlights and windshield wipers to safely travel through the small flurries...

Because Southern Commissioner Monte Fenner is a representative on the Marshall-Saline Economic Development Corporation's board of directors, a county resident inquired about the employment status of the MSDC Executive Director Sandy Allison. “The director resigned last week and she said that she’s staying in the community starting a consulting business, doing economic development,” resident Jill Hollabaugh stated during a county commission meeting Tuesday, April 20...

The Marshall Police Department will be involved with the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) for the bi-annual Drug Take Back event. The event is scheduled for Saturday, April 24, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The drop-off location will be at the Marshall Municipal Court Building located at 5 E. Eastwood St., in Marshall. The Marshall Municipal Court Building is across the street from the Marshall Public Library...

During the Marshall City Council meeting on Monday night, April 19, a proposed ordinance was presented regarding the city executing an intergovernmental loan agreement with the Board of Public Works and Marshall Municipal Utilities. The ordinance stated the contract is for the purpose of funding the demolition of certain structures at the former Marshall Habilitation Center...

The Marshall Parks and Recreation announced this summer the swim team will be available for ages 6-18. Practice times will be from 7-8:15 a.m. The 2021 season will go from Monday, June 7 to Friday, July 16. Residents can sign children up at the park administration office in Marshall on 1538 E. Vest St. For more information visit https://marshallmoparks.com/swim-team...

The Marshall Parks and Recreation Indian Foothills Golf Course Improvement Committee will be sponsoring the Frostbuster Golf Tournament on Saturday, April 24. Number of flights and payouts will be determined by the amount of entries. Registration will be at 8 a.m. and shotgun start will be at 9 a.m. For additional information contact The Clubhouse at 660-831-0929...

The Marshall Public School District will offer two sessions of summer school this year — the first in June and the second in July. In a statement from Superintendent Carol Maher, the mission is to empower students in every way possible in an effort to help them achieve a level of success that will ensure they are ready for the next school year...

During a regular Saline County Commission meeting on Thursday morning, April 15, County Clerk Debbie Russell stated the addition and abatements work got back on track as of March 2021. She explained the Collector's Office was in the process of converting into the new system for the addition and abatements to be presented while following state statutes, which is why they were unable to be completed the last few months. “We have a new system that is now … kind of cleaning up the records when … a taxpayer hasn’t turned in something on their assessment sheet,” Russell said.

County Clerk Debbie Russell reported at the Saline County Commission meeting on Thursday, April 15, that there were three requests for payroll orders waiting for approval. “I have three of them for payroll, which was approved last session,” she said. “It’s for the weekend April 11 for pay date April 16. The first commission order is 6093, and that’s for cash transfer for payroll in the amount of $141,034.93. Second is commission order 6094 for the transfer of 941 payroll taxes … for $25,299.17.”...

During the Marshall Park Board meeting on Wednesday, April 7, discussion was had about having fireworks on the golf course on Fourth of July. “We do close four holes during that time and then it’s pretty well opened back up on July 5,” Marshall Parks Director Chad Unterreiner explained...

During the Slater City Council meeting on Tuesday night, April 6, Mayor Stephen Allegri noted the annual citywide garage sale will be taking place on May 1. “That’s always a fun time — brings a lot of people to town,” he said. “So we’re back in business on that.”...

Stepping outside and prepping all his supplies, John Kraft decided to begin a long journey — on foot and by river — in retracing the path of the famous Lewis and Clark National Historic Trail, which will be roughly 6,500 miles. Traveling with his faithful 12-year-old hunting dog, Belle, Kraft hopes to not only use his background in biology to make a portfolio, but to show others the benefits gained from wilderness therapy...

The Marshall Police Department is seeking the public’s help in identifying this person photographed by surveillance camera. Anyone with information regarding the identity of this person is encouraged to contact MPD at 660-886-7411 or info@marshallpolice.com...

May will bring the return of two popular Arrow Rock events: the Birds and Bees Festival and the Spring Garden Market and Vintage Bazaar. This year's Birds and Bees Festival, hosted by the Missouri River Bird Observatory, features both virtual and live events to enjoy over a span of three days, May 6-8. The impressive line-up of speakers includes:...

New “Marshall” banners were installed on poles around the downtown square Friday, April 9. The banners tout images of a plane and the Saline County Courthouse — a nod to area history. They were a project by the Marshall Cultural Council, funded by a grant from the Marshall Tourism Commission. ...

During the Marshall Park Board meeting on Wednesday, April 7, Marshall Parks Director Chad Unterreiner reported Steve Mills, with the Marshall Board of Public Works, is still in the process of working on Indian Foothills Park's security cameras. While Unterreiner did not state there was any recent severe vandalism in the park, there have been a few incidents involving spray paint...

During the Saline County Commission meeting on Thursday morning, April 8, Circuit Clerk Becky Uhlich stated she had important information to share regarding passports. “We got information from the U.S. Department of State that … normal processing for passports is now 10 to 12 weeks,” she said. “So if anybody has any travel plans coming up … consider that when applying. Our office is open Monday through Friday, including the lunch hour, for anyone who needs to apply.”...

The Veterans Memory Walk of Honor Committee is accepting applications for bricks that will be placed in the walkway outside of Saline County Courthouse before Memorial Day. Applications are available at ...

The Saline County Republican Central Committee and the Salt Fork Pachyderm Club hosted the annual Lincoln Day Celebration on Thursday, April 1, at Jackson’s Event Center. An estimated 400 people attended the fundraising event, which hosted state and local officials. ...

A new radar speed display trailer is posted in Marshall after the Marshall Police Department and Marshall Parks and Recreation Department jointly purchased the equipment. According to information from MPD, the most frequent and consistent complaint the receive relates to excessive speed by motorists at Marshall schools, Indian Foothills Park, and other areas in the community...

During a regular Saline County Commission meeting on Thursday morning, April 8, Southern Commissioner Monte Fenner briefly talked about the Marshall Junction project and where the work crew was at on the waterline. “The only thing I have, as far as the waterline’s concerned, it’s about 70 percent complete,” he said. “They’re out on O Highway, out south of Marshall currently.”...

Marshall firefighters responded to a structure fire call on the 400 block of West Summit Street late Wednesday afternoon, and luckily very little damage occurred. According to a report from the Marshall Fire Department, fire personnel arrived at 4:20 p.m. ...

The city of Slater is preparing for the annual Steve McQueen Day for Saturday, June 19, which was unable to be held last year due to the pandemic. During a regular Slater City Council meeting on Tuesday, April 6, Councilman Terry Jordan stated the trophies for the special event have already been made...

The Marshall City Council met in special session at noon on Friday, April 2, in the council chambers of the City Office Building to discuss the Board of Public Works agenda. After council members did a roll call vote and approved to adopt the city council agenda, Marshall Municipal Utilities General Manager Jeff Bergstrom provided copies of the BOPW agenda along with a memorandum with detailed budget information. ...

During the Marshall City Council meeting held on Monday evening, April 5, Councilman Chuck Hines stated he had an important announcement to make. “I just wanted to share that I didn’t file for re-election for this next term,” he said. “We have plans to relocate outside of the community — not far. ...

The Missouri Department of Transportation Central Missouri District stated at approximately 2:45 p.m. on Wednesday afternoon, April 7, motorists may expect delays traveling westbound on Interstate 70. According to the Facebook page, westbound lanes on I-70 were closed at the 115 mile marker around 2:34 p.m. The MoDOT Central Missouri District said this was due to an accident which had occurred at the Rocheport Bridge near the Missouri River...

A Missouri State Highway Patrol trooper recovered a large quantity of methamphetamine after a traffic stop on Interstate 70 in Saline County Monday, April 5. According to a MSHP post on Facebook, the trooper stopped the vehicle when it was traveling east near the 79-mile marker. A probable cause search of the vehicle revealed roughly 88 pounds of methamphetamine, $5,505 in cash, and a firearm, the statement read...

A Malta Bend School Greenhouse Plant Sale will take place from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, April 10, at the school greenhouse. Students will be selling cone baskets, petunias, geraniums, begonias and more. The school is located one block south of the four-way stop on Highway 65 in Malta Bend...

Fitzgibbon Hospital and affiliated clinics in Marshall, Brunswick, Slater, Glasgow and Fayette have several COVID-19 clinics scheduled throughout the month of April — with the first being 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursday, April 8, in Brunswick. The Brunswick events are held at the Knights of Columbus Hall at 121 East Broadway St...

The Slater City Council met in a regular session on Tuesday night, April 6, where Mayor Stephen Allegri reported nuisance letters will be sent out for the next few days. He said he and Assistant City Administrator Gene Griffith have already looked at properties in the town that will probably be receiving letters — especially if the residents have not done any cleaning...

Clothing hung neatly from racks along the walls and was carefully organized on shelves at The Community Clothes Closet where volunteers from First Baptist Church prepped for their opening day. The Clothes Closet offers a wide assortment of clothing for men, women, youths and infants — and its all free. Volunteers are excited to reopen, after having been closed last year due to the coronavirus...

There were numerous items on ballots for Saline County voters yesterday during the April 6 Municipal Election, ranging from school board members, boards of aldermen members, and road district questions. The following are unofficial election results provided by the Saline County Clerk’s Office Tuesday evening...

After the Marshall Chamber of Commerce hosted a name change competition for the former Marshall Habilitation Center Lake, Mayor Julie Schwetz announced the winner. During a regular Marshall City Council session held on Monday, April 5, the mayor noted the winner would be receiving $50 in chamber bucks. She thanked the Chamber of Commerce for hosting the competition and briefly talked about where the idea — to change the lake’s name — had originated from...

The Marshall City Council held the second reading for a proposed ordinance to make requests for the transfer of funds from the city of Marshall’s Board of Public Works to the city. The contract was originally brought up at the Board of Public Works meeting on March 11...

Saline County’s municipal election takes place on Tuesday, April 6.

One family has lost their home in northern Saline County after it was consumed by fire Saturday night, April 3. According to an incident report, the Saline County Rural Fire Protection District arrived at the residence — located on Highway AD, in Miami — at 7:53 p.m. and found a two-story residential structure fully involved by fire. Mutual aid for a water tanker was requested from the Slater Fire Department and Malta Bend Fire Department...

Marshall Public Library Director Anmarie Gibson announced the library reopened its doors on Monday, April 5 — but with limited services and restricted occupancy. The front lobby area is now open. Three patrons will be allowed in the building at one time, and each may use the library for 30 minutes per day...

The Marshall Rotary Club, along with Marshall Parks and Recreation, will be hosting the annual Major League Baseball Pitch, Hit and Run Competition on Saturday, April 17. Diana Thompson stated the event is free for ages 7-14. She said they hope to promote kids getting outdoors. ...

L.Y.B.L. LLC In-Home Services celebrates its new membership with the Marshall Chamber of Commerce with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Thursday, April 1. “In-home services are for anybody to stay in the comfort of their own home,” owner Felicia Nichole Hayes said. “I really wanted a family business, and I do have a family that works for me. But anyone who needs a job and has the passion that I have will have a job.”...

On Thursday morning, April 1, a 2006 Toyota Scion was traveling southbound on U.S. Highway 65 at a high rate of speed and began skidding on a corner. According to the Missouri State Highway Patrol report, the accident occurred at 6:15 a.m. just west of Route BB in Saline County. ...

Saline County Board of Services for the Developmentally Disabled Executive Director Ann Graff approached the Saline County Commission to give a presentation of the organization’s 2021 budget. During a regular commission meeting on Thursday morning, April 1, Presiding Commissioner Kile Guthrey introduced Graff after other business had already been conducted...

As of last Thursday afternoon, March 25, the Saline County Courthouse’s CIC software system used for the timeclock is finally back online. During a regular Saline County Commission meeting held Thursday morning, April 1, Auditor Karlin Breshears briefly discussed the data breach...

Voters who reside in the Sweet Springs Ambulance District will have a measure on the ballot next week regarding a $2.5 million general obligation bond. The ambulance district’s board of directors has been interested in purchasing the former I-70 Community Hospital building, its equipment, and the surrounding property since it became available. ...

The Marshall Public Library, which has offered curbside services since May 2020, will be reopening on Monday, April 5. There will be limited occupancy and increased safety and sanitation measures. Guidelines and hours may differ than what they have traditionally been. Contact MPL at 660-886-3391 for more information...

During the Saline County Commission meeting on Thursday morning, April 1, County Clerk Debbie Russell stated her office would be testing the voting equipment at 10:30 a.m. She highlighted a few things regarding the upcoming April 6 General Municipal Election...

Something is a little different about the lower arena at Saline County Fairground, and members of the Saline County Fair Board hope it makes a big impact. It is now a permanent rodeo area after the fair board hired Schroeder Fencing, of Sweet Springs, to install an all-new set of bucking chutes, team penning boxes and chutes, and roping boxes. The materials and installation were made possible by a donation from a Marshall family...

Pavement repair at the U.S. Highway 65/Interstate 70 junction ramps could cause some delays for motorists. According to MoDOT’s online Traveler Information Map. The ramp from southbound Highway 65 to eastbound I-70 is closed. The eastbound I-70 ramp to northbound Highway 65 is closed. Motorists should also expect delays on eastbound I-70 due to pavement repairs...