At the July 11 Maryville City Council meeting, HDR Engineering, Omaha, NE, was approved to study water treatment alternatives analysis in connection with the Maryville water treatment plant pilot study. There have been taste and odor issues as a result of algal bloom in the past. A pilot plant study is required by the Missouri
The Pickering City Council met July 6 and the topic of conversation was the lack of progress on ordinance violation cases. No information has been forthcoming from the City Attorney Taryn Henry. Mayor Charles Smith and Alderman Dale Sharp are going to try to do a conference call with Henry. The other aldermen want to
The Hopkins City Council at the July 11 meeting approved making temporary handicapped parking spots for the Hopkins Picnic, August 4, 5 and 6. The spots will be on Roseberry Street between Third and Fourth Street. Chief Operator Chris Bird is estimating there will be five to six handicapped spaces available. He is planning to
The Nodaway County Health Department has been notified of a bat from Ravenwood that tested positive for rabies. The department asks residents to use caution and follow some simple advice regarding bats and potential exposure to rabies: • Never touch a bat. Although most bats are healthy and do not pose a threat, it’s important
At the July 12 Burlington Jct. City Council meeting, the 2021/22 FY expense budget was presented and approved. The city had an actual budget of $439,100, and an actual expense of $346,548.86 with a difference of $92,551.14. Jon Shellhorn with the Lamp Rynearson firm was present to further update the council on the progress of
A thriving business community is a vital piece of a vibrant community. Locally, the Greater Maryville Chamber of Commerce Ambassadors recognize the importance of customer service and honor the businesses that serve and support our community with the highest degree of care and professionalism. The Greater Maryville Chamber of Commerce seeks to further highlight this
The annual Parnell Duck Race parade “As American as Cherry Pie” took place June 10 with clear skies, a gentle breeze and moderate temperatures. Grand Marshals Greg and Lisa Welch along with their standard poodle, Sway, ride through the parade in the back of a pickup. The couple has lived in Parnell for 30 years.
Continuing its tradition of preparing a meal for the carnival workers, the First Christian Church, Maryville, prepared lunch, July 13. Over 30 people took a break from setting up the rides and booth attractions to eat at the meal. Standing behind some of the bread selections, the church cooks are, front: Donna Rickman, Sandi Mull,
The Nodaway County Senior Center was given a $2,000 grant from the MFA Oil Foundation on June 30. The grant will be used for bathroom updates, and a new paint job for their walk-in cooler. The grant was to be used for tangible items. The sink, counters and toilets all needed updates/repairs in both bathrooms.
Maryville’s South Avenue – South Main Street intersection will be closed to through-traffic for an approximate six week period beginning at 7 am, Monday, July 25, due to the contractor needs with the South Main Improvement Project. VF Anderson Builders, LLC will reconstruct portions of South Avenue that require full depth subgrade and pavement replacement.
