Trenton experienced a month of higher-than-average temperatures and lower-than-normal rainfall during June. The temperatures recorded were above average by four degrees for lows and 1.4 degrees for highs. The hottest temperature last month was 98 degrees on June 24, while the coolest was 57 degrees on both June 7 and June 11. Rainfall in June […]
The Missouri State Highway Patrol recently released a report detailing the number of arrests made in north Missouri between June 27 and June 30, 2024. The report indicates that a total of 21 individuals were arrested during this period. Some of the reasons for these arrests include driving while intoxicated, possession of methamphetamines, and probation […]
A crash occurred on Route W, five miles north of Bethany, resulting in significant injuries to two individuals early Sunday morning. The Missouri State Highway Patrol reported the incident at approximately 4:15 a.m. on June 30, 2024. The crash involved a southbound Honda Talon, driven by Joseph C. Dilley, 24, of Cameron, Missouri. According to […]
A three-vehicle accident occurred on southbound Interstate 29 at the 54-mile marker on June 29, 2024, at approximately 7:30 p.m., according to the Missouri State Highway Patrol. A 2004 Ford Focus, driven by Cassandra L. Dominiack, 35, of Independence, Missouri, struck the rear of a towed unit of a 2019 Peterbilt. The Ford Focus then […]
A single-car accident occurred on Route E at 135th Street, eight miles south of Pattonsburg, Missouri, at 3:00 p.m. on June 29, 2024. The incident involved a 2013 Nissan Altima driven by Leslie P. Robinson, a 45-year-old woman from Pattonsburg, Missouri. According to the Missouri State Highway Patrol, the crash happened as the westbound Nissan […]
Four people were injured in a two-vehicle collision that occurred at 11:40 a.m. on June 29, 2024, on Highway 169 at the junction of Missouri Highway 116, approximately three miles south of Gower, according to the Missouri State Highway Patrol. The crash happened when a 2016 Chevrolet Traverse, traveling eastbound on Missouri Highway 116, failed […]
Skidmore man was seriously injured in a single-vehicle crash early Saturday morning, according to a report from the Missouri State Highway Patrol. The crash occurred at approximately 12:55 a.m. on June 29, 2024, on Highway V, two miles east of Skidmore. The incident involved a westbound 2009 Chevrolet Malibu driven by Richard S. Culp, 55, […]
An accident involving two vehicles occurred on June 28, 2024, at 3:05 p.m. on Business 29 at Emerald Lane in Country Club, Missouri. According to the Missouri State Highway Patrol, the crash involved a 2018 Dodge Ram and a 2018 Ford Fusion, both traveling northbound. Nicolas I. Davis, a 20-year-old man from Country Club, Missouri, […]
A 21-year-old man from Canton, Missouri, was moderately injured in a single-vehicle accident on June 28, 2024. According to the Missouri State Highway Patrol, Samuel G. Arnold was driving a 2021 Polaris RZR southbound on 180th Avenue, two miles south of Lewistown, at approximately 11:46 p.m. when the vehicle ran off the roadway and struck […]
On June 28, 2024, at approximately 7:10 a.m., Charles S. Buncill, a 70-year-old man from Palmyra, Missouri, was involved in a single-vehicle accident on Route J, four miles south of Lewistown, according to the Missouri State Highway Patrol. Buncill was driving a 2003 Honda Accord southbound when he failed to negotiate a curve. The vehicle […]
There has been a recent development in Downtown Trenton. Trenton Mayor Jackie Soptic says she is “really proud” of the downtown. She reports she worked with the Trenton Downtown Improvement Association for years and encouraged it to join the Missouri Main Street Connection. She wanted the association to start development according to the program’s principles […]
A Gallatin man faces felony charges after an alleged incident on June 26 in which he reportedly assaulted a woman and restrained both the woman and a child. Twenty-nine-year-old Joshua Wyatt has been charged with first-degree domestic assault, second-degree domestic assault, first-degree endangering the welfare of a child, first-degree endangering the welfare of a child […]
Officers and board members were installed at the Thursday, June 28 meeting of the Trenton Rotary Club, held in the BTC Bank community room. The event also featured a program by newly appointed Grundy County Conservation Agent, AJ Musche. Jackie Soptic presided over the meeting and conducted the installation. Dan Wilford gave the prayer, and […]
The Grand River Historical Society & Museum has announced the winners of this year’s Sliced Bread Day competitions. The event, held to celebrate the innovation and heritage of sliced bread, featured several categories, including the Sliced Bread Innovation Fair, Sliced Bread Pageants, and the Bread Baking Contest. Sliced Bread Innovation Fair Winners: Tiny Innovator (ages […]
The National Weather Service has issued a Tornado Watch for various counties in Missouri effective until 11:00 pm, Friday, June 28, 2024. This watch includes counties in other regions as well. Tonight: Showers and thunderstorms likely, mainly between 11 pm and midnight. Some of the storms could be severe and produce heavy rainfall. Mostly cloudy, with […]
Thousand Hills State Park will offer engaging and educational programs next month, including a Dark Sky Program and a Reptile Program, providing opportunities for the community to explore nature and wildlife. The Dark Sky Program is scheduled for July 5 from 9 to 11 p.m. at the Point Shelter. Park staff, in collaboration with faculty […]
The Gallatin R-5 Board of Education approved the 2024-2025 budget as presented on June 27. Revenues are projected at $7,626,154.67, while expenditures are budgeted at $7,814,119.06, resulting in a projected deficit of $187,964.39. The board approved a transfer from the Incidental Fund, also known as the General Fund, to the Teachers Fund to balance the […]
The following is a list of general highway maintenance and construction work the Missouri Department of Transportation has planned in North Missouri for the week of July 1-6. Most routine work zones will stop for the Independence Day holiday, but some long-term work zones and closures will remain in place. If possible, work zones will […]
Thirty high school seniors from across Missouri completed the tenth annual Helping Youth Prepare for Excellence (HYPE) FFA Academy from June 25-27. Sponsored by the Missouri Corn Merchandising Council, the three-day academy aims to inform and empower agriculture students to effectively engage in issues impacting today’s industry. “When we look to the future, preparing the […]
Chillicothe Police Captain Jeremiah Grider reported that a driver sustained minor injuries when a semi-truck overturned on Thursday afternoon, June 27. The driver’s injuries were treated at the scene. The accident occurred in the area of Highways 36 and 65, involving the semi and its trailer overturning. Grider stated that the Chillicothe Fire Department and […]
