A 21-year-old Kirksville man sustained serious injuries in a single-vehicle accident early Friday morning, July 5, on Highway 63, two miles north of La Plata. According to the Missouri State Highway Patrol, the accident occurred at approximately 3:30 a.m. when Trevor A. Benda, driving a 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt, ran off the right side of the […]
The Missouri State Highway Patrol recently released a report detailing the number of arrests made in north Missouri between July 1, 2024, and July 5, 2024. The report indicates that a total of 22 individuals were arrested during this period. Some of the reasons for these arrests include driving while intoxicated, possession of controlled substances, […]
The Daviess County Junior Livestock Show is set to commence next week in Gallatin, bringing a variety of animal exhibitions and competitions to Dockery Park. The event will span three days, from July 11th through July 13th, featuring a diverse range of livestock. The schedule kicks off on July 11th with the Swine Show at […]
A collision on July 3, 2024, at 2:45 p.m. on Highway 73 in Tunas resulted in multiple injuries, according to the Missouri State Highway Patrol. The accident occurred when a 2013 Dodge Caravan, driven by Judy K. Woods, 72, of Fair Grove, Missouri, was traveling westbound and pulled into the path of a northbound 2010 […]
Bethany Parks and Recreation, in collaboration with Harrison County Community Hospital, is offering free sports physicals for third through fifth-grade students participating in tackle football and cheerleading throughout July. In addition to physicals, free baseline concussion screenings will be provided to the students. These screenings are crucial for detecting potential concussion-related issues early and ensuring […]
Trenton Municipal Utilities (TMU) has received reports of isolated areas experiencing discolored water. The utility company responded to one call concerning the issue and took immediate action to resolve it. Residents who are experiencing discolored water or other related issues are encouraged to report these incidents to TMU. To report during business hours, call 660-359-2281. […]
A multi-vehicle accident on July 3, 2024, resulted in two fatalities and three injuries on Highway 92 at County Highway A. The Missouri State Highway Patrol reported that the crash occurred at approximately 3:05 p.m. According to the report, the accident happened when a 2012 Ford Fusion, driven by Alex Morse, 18, of Kearney, Missouri, […]
The 17th Annual Fourth of July Celebration will take place in Cainsville this weekend. The “Blast from the Past”-themed event will be held at the ballpark from July 5th through 7th. Farmers Bank will sponsor an appreciation supper on July 5th at 5 p.m., with free-will donations accepted. Music Bingo will start at 6 p.m. […]
The following is a list of general highway maintenance and construction work the Missouri Department of Transportation has planned for the week of July 8-14 in North Missouri. There also may be moving operations throughout the region, in addition to the work mentioned below. Inclement weather may cause schedule changes in some of the planned […]
Weather permitting, July 22, Highway 63 at Kirksville, in Adair County, is scheduled to close as work begins on a bridge rehabilitation project, including repairs to the settlement of bridge approaches, at the following locations: Over Business Highway 63 Over Steer Creek Over Patterson Street Over Bear Creek Temporary traffic impacts include the closure of […]
The Caldwell County Sheriff’s Office has released details about an alleged incident in Polo on June 19 in which a suspect reportedly fled from deputies. Deputies responded to the area of Cherry Hill and Walnut Drives for a warrant arrest when the suspect fled in a vehicle. The vehicle allegedly led deputies through the Hideaway […]
The city of Trenton is developing a partnership with the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to improve its readiness for natural disasters and weather emergencies. Mayor Jackie Soptic submitted an application seeking assistance from FEMA to address power generation issues experienced by Trenton Municipal Utilities (TMU) during the winter. TMU was called upon to operate […]
Severe thunderstorms swept through Missouri on July 2, 2024, causing significant damage and flooding across several counties. Rainfall topped as much as 5.99 inches in some northeast Missouri locations. Macon County experienced severe flooding, affecting the Macon County Sheriff’s Office and several roads in the town of Macon. Floodwaters reached up to three feet over […]
Severe thunderstorms swept through Missouri on July 2, 2024, causing significant damage and flooding across several counties. The National Weather Service in Pleasant Hill reported multiple incidents. Macon County experienced severe flooding, including the Macon County Sheriff’s Office and several roads in the town of Macon. Floodwaters reached up to three feet over Highway 36, […]
A Newtown, Missouri, man was sentenced in federal court for his role in conspiracies to distribute fentanyl in northwest Missouri and to wire the proceeds of drug trafficking to Mexico. Lucas Ryan Coltrain, 24, was sentenced by U.S. District Judge Roseann A. Ketchmark to nine years in federal prison without parole. The court also ordered […]
An accident occurred on July 2, 2024, at 2:05 p.m. on Highway 33 and 272nd Street, three miles northeast of Plattsburg, Missouri. According to the Missouri State Highway Patrol, the crash involved a 2022 John Deere 6120E and a 2008 BMW 328. The 2008 BMW 328, driven by Carolyn L. Dixon, an 82-year-old woman from […]
A collision on Highway 169 at Route E, four miles south of King City, resulted in serious injuries for one driver on July 2, 2024. According to the Missouri State Highway Patrol, the accident occurred at 9:55 a.m. involving a 2015 Ford Escape and a 1995 Kenworth. The Ford Escape, driven by Lane J. Blackford, […]
Sergeant Dustin Woelfle with the Livingston County Sheriff’s Office reported that Colton Duncan, who has been wanted by law enforcement since 2023, was taken into custody Tuesday morning, July 2. Duncan is known for evading law enforcement. As officers arrived, Duncan fled from a residence in the 10000 block of LIV 243 into a densely […]
Missouri Secretary of State Jay Ashcroft visited the Grundy County Courthouse in Trenton on Tuesday afternoon, July 2. During his visit, he engaged with the Grundy County Commission and Grundy County Clerk to discuss potential support from his office for the county. The conversation included some residents’ interest in switching to paper election ballots. Ashcroft […]
The Caldwell County Sheriff’s Office recently released a detailed account of incidents and investigations conducted throughout June 2024. These events highlight various law enforcement activities, including responses to domestic disturbances, property damage, thefts, and other criminal activities within Caldwell County, Missouri. On June 1, 2024, at approximately 11:38 a.m., deputies received a call regarding threats […]
