The Nodaway News Leader recognizes Nodaway County Board of Education members on Page 2 of this week’s paper. Take the time to show your appreciation to the members of your local school board. These are your neighbors who are willing to give back to your school district by serving on the boards of education.
With its strong finish at the 275 Conference Scholar Bowl, the Scholar Bowl team from South Nodaway High School proved themselves worthy to play on a national stage. On Friday, April 28, the team will represent their school in a 128-team national competition: National Academic Quiz Tournaments’ Small School National Championship Tournament (SSNCT) at the
The Maryville Optimist Club sponsored their annual “Just Say No” Drug-Free Poster Contest, with fourth grade students in Nodaway County schools, including Eugene Field Elementary, Horace Mann, Jefferson, Nodaway-Holt, Northeast Nodaway, North Nodaway, St. Gregory, South Nodaway and West Nodaway. Each student was given poster paper measuring 11” x 14”, to express their views on the
Northwest Missouri State University Police Department, 1100 College Park Drive, Maryville, will hold a safety program on children’s car seats from 10 am to noon, Friday, April 28. Parents and/or caregivers can learn how to install car seats or boosters seat. Certified Child Passenger Safety Technicians will be there. Bring children, car seats with manuals
Presiding Commissioner Bill Walker called the meeting of the Nodaway County Commission to order at the commissioner’s office. In attendance: Walker, Chris Burns and Scott Walk, associate commissioners and Angie Cordell, deputy clerk. Walk made a motion to approve the agenda as presented. The motion passed. Burns made a motion to approve prior commission minutes
Bryan Edward “Ed” Brown, 80, of Pickering, passed away at home on Saturday, April 22, 2023, with his family at his side after a brief illness. Ed was born in Creston, IA, on June 29, 1942. His parents were Claire and Aleva Snodgrass Brown and preceded him in death. He was also preceded by infant
Gene Miller, age 77 died peacefully in his home in Golden Valley, AZ on October 1, 2022 after a long and courageous battle with cancer. His wife of 52 years as well as close relatives were with him when he was called home to heaven. Gene was born on March 27, 1945 in Conception to
Daniel Wayne “Dan’ Saxton, 69, Bolckow, went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, April 22, 2023. Dan was known for his work ethic, stubbornness, loyalty, generosity, wit and opinions. Dan was born February 23, 1954 in St. Joseph to Homer Lee and Martha Schank Saxton and attended Nodaway-Holt RVII, graduating in 1972. He
Ruby Naomi Stephens Turner, Hopkins, passed away peacefully with her family by her side on April 24, 2023. Ruby was born in Bedford, IA on May 23, 1935 to Cecil and Martha Stephens. She graduated from Bedford Community School in 1953. After graduation, Ruby was employed by Farm and Home Administration (FHA) in Corning, IA.
Hollea Boles, 32, Clarksdale, died Thursday, April 20, 2023, at Mosaic Life Care – St. Joseph. She was born December 1, 1990, in Fairfax, to Jay and Kayan Boles. She was a 2010 graduate of Nodaway-Holt High School. She received her CNA certification. Ms. Boles was a homemaker and caregiver. Funeral services were Wednesday, April
