MU Extension is pleased to welcome Shelby Jenkins as the new Field Specialist in Livestock serving Ray, Saline, Livingston, Chariton, Carroll and Lafayette counties. In her role, Jenkins will provide research-based recommendations to assist livestock producers in all aspects of production, including grazing management, feeding strategies, and reproductive efficiency.
The Downtown Marceline Foundation is gearing up for its highly anticipated annual Wine & Art Stroll, set to take place on Saturday, Aug. 23, 2025. This community event brings together wine lovers, artists, and visitors for an evening of tastings, local art displays, and socializing in the heart of Marceline.
Main Street Chillicothe hosted its second Valentine Sweet Stroll on Feb. 13, 2025, inviting the community downtown for an evening of shopping, sweet treats, and Valentine’s Day fun. Despite the snowy weather, the event drew a crowd eager to shake off the winter blues, collect a bag full of delicious sweets, and pick up last-minute gifts for that special someone.
Parents and staff in the Chillicothe R-II School District can breathe a little easier when it comes to planning their summer schedules. The district has announced that it will not…
The Chillicothe Board of Public Works has approved a resolution appointing two Chillicothe Municipal Utilities (CMU) officials to the Missouri Electric Commission. The resolution includes updates to the commission’s name and the titles of the appointees.
The Grand River Historical Society & Museum has been awarded a $15,000 grant from the Missouri Humanities Council (MHC) to support its upcoming project, ‘Our History: Exhibits From the Archives.’ This initiative aims to enhance historical preservation efforts and showcase rarely seen artifacts in preparation for AMERICA250, the national semiquincentennial celebration in 2026.
The Farmers’ Electric Area Youth Benefit Fund is hosting its annual ‘Chances for Children’ charity event on March 15 at the Chillicothe Elks Lodge. The event promises an evening of games, food, and raffles, all aimed at supporting local families with children’s medical expenses.
Meadville R-IV’s Parent-Teacher Organization has awarded a $150 teacher grant to Brittany Bromwell, a fifth grade teacher, to enhance hands-on learning in her classroom. The grant program, available to both elementary and secondary teachers, aims to provide additional funding to enrich student learning experiences and support educators in their efforts to offer high-quality instruction.
The Chillicothe City Council has unanimously approved two new appointments to the Chillicothe Historic Preservation Commission during Monday’s council session.
Livingston County authorities have filed charges against two women accused of conspiring to distribute drugs within a protected area, involving a Chillicothe Correctional Center inmate.