Month: March

Bell ringing ceremony honoring Morgan McCoy set for March 14

The Northwest Missouri State University community is invited to remember Morgan McCoy during a bell ringing ceremony at 3 pm, Wednesday, March 14 at the Bell of ’48. McCoy, a 19-year-old sophomore elementary education major from Liberty, died January 7 as the result of injuries she suffered when she was struck by a car that

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Maryville loses quarterfinals to Hogan Prep

The Maryville boys lost the quarterfinals to Hogan Prep 57-47, at Lee’s Summit High School, ending their season March 3 with a record of 24-5. Junior Eli Dowis, goes up with force for a layup while getting fouled. For more pictures and information, see the printed Nodaway News Leader.

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UMC serves fish, chicken in Wilcox

The annual fish and chicken fry will be from 4:30 to 7 pm, Saturday, March 10 at the Wilcox United Methodist Church. The meal includes all-you-can-eat fish and chicken strips, french fries, salads and drink. Adults are $10, children are $5 and pre-school age is free.

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Ben’s Stockings hosts work days

Ben’s Stockings of Hope is having two work days from 10 am to 3 pm, Saturdays, March 10 and April 7 at the Wesley Center, 549 West Fourth Street, Maryville. Everyone is welcome to the come-and-go event. Sewing machines are needed; snacks are requested. For more information, contact Marsha Martin at 660.562.4492.

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Mozingo Advisory Board looks at lake purification systems

Members of the Mozingo Advisory Board looked at solar-powered water mixing devices during their regular meeting on February 28. This year, Mozingo experienced water odor and taste issues due to a high turnover of algae blooms in the water. Assistant City Manager Ryan Heiland presented the idea of purchasing a Solarbee to the board in

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Geography with Goudge

The Bearcat men’s basketball team has moved up two spots to fifth in the National Association of Basketball Coaches (NABC) Rankings after their MIAA Tournament Championship in Kansas City this past weekend. They will be hosting the Central Region Championship Tournament this weekend, March 10, 11 and 13, at Bearcat Arena. This proportional-symbol map indicates

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Northwest students take part in national walkout day

The Northwest Missouri State University Young Democrats are taking part in the #Enough National School Walkout at 10 am, Wednesday, March 14 at the International Flag Plaza on campus. The public is invited to attend the 17 minute event to protest Congress’ inaction to do more about gun violence. For more information, contact s536498@nwmissouri.edu.

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Motorcycle group announces supper rides

Freedom of Road Riders, Local 26, Maryville, invites all interested motorcyclists to participate in Tuesday evening supper rides. Kickstands up at 6 pm at Break Time, 1517 East First Street, Maryville. Weather permitting, the ride destinations on March 13, 20 and 27 will be selected by the riders attending.

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Distracted driving speaker to be at luncheon

The Distracted Driving Coalition of Nodaway County will present speaker Joel Feldman at a free luncheon from noon to 1 pm, Tuesday, March 13 at the Nodaway County Administration Center, 403 North Market Street, Maryville. The luncheon is sponsored by Farmers Mutual Insurance of Nodaway County and catered by B&G Catering. There will be door

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Beebusters to meet

The Northwest Missouri Beebusters monthly meeting is from 7 to 9 pm, Monday, March 12 at the Nodaway County Administration Building. Anyone who is interested in bees is welcome to attend. For more information, visit the Facebook page Northwest Missouri Beebusters.

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