Month: July

Maryville approves new water treatment pilot plant

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

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Pickering unhappy about lack of progress on ordinance cases

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

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Hopkins council makes Hopkins Picnic handicapped parking

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

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Mobile pantries come to Maryville, Skidmore

The Second Harvest Community Food Bank’s Fresh Mobile Pantry will visit Maryville and Skidmore. The pantries begin at 9 am and last until supplies are gone. Maryville’s will be held Monday, July 19 at the First United Methodist Church, 102 North Main and Skidmore’s on Thursday, July 28 at city hall. These are open to

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Rabid bat found in Ravenwood

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

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Mozingo hosts nine hole scramble

An adult/youth tournament was held at Watson 9 at Mozingo Lake Recreation Park July 9. The team of Cory and Tate Scamman took home first place with a score of 27. The tournament was walking only.

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Pancake breakfast to be held at AL Post 464

The American Legion Post 464 will hold a pancake breakfast from 7 to 11 am, Sunday, July 17 at the post in Conception Jct. The menu includes pancakes, sausage, eggs, biscuits and gravy, juice and coffee. There is a $7 minimum donation per person. Children ages six and under are free. Proceeds will go to

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Barnard Christian Church holds VBS

The Barnard Christian Church will hold Vacation Bible School from 5:30 to 7:30 pm, Sunday, July 17 through Thursday, July 21. A meal is provided each evening. Children can register when they arrive on the first evening.

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Burlington Jct. council approves expense budget

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

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The Greater Maryville Chamber of Commerce announces Business of the Month

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

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