Month: June

GRM Networks to host educational Fiber Field Day on June 27

Missouri Smart Rural Community (SRC) broadband providers are joining together to host Fiber Field Day, an exclusive opportunity for consumers, policymakers, industry partners and community stakeholders to see firsthand how SRC providers deploy fiber broadband throughout Missouri. The event is free and open to the public and will be held from 1 to 3 pm,

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Ribbon Cutting to be held for The Giving Tree

The First Christian Church, 201 West Third Street, Maryville, will hold a ribbon cutting at 10 am, Wednesday, June 26 for the The Giving Tree. Everyone is invited to enjoy the festivities as the church launches its newest ministry.

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Burlington Jct. approves new sewer rates

The Burlington Jct. City Council approved new sewer rates at the June 13 meeting. The new minimum charge will be $25 starting July 1, with a volume charge of $4.50 per 1,000 gallons. On July 1, it will be $30 with a volume charge of $5 per 1,000 gallons. There is also a $250 sewer

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State Rep. Farnan unveils re-election campaign

Missouri State Representative Jeff Farnan announced his re-election campaign in Northwest Missouri. As a Republican and a dedicated public servant, Farnan has consistently upheld the values and priorities of his constituents. With the Republican primary election set for August 6, Farnan is eager to continue his work representing the people of Missouri. “Three powerful words

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MSHP completes 2024 Annual School Bus Inspections

Colonel Eric T. Olson, superintendent of the Missouri State Highway Patrol, announces the results of the Driver and Vehicle Safety Division’s 2024 annual school bus inspection program. Missouri’s 2024 school bus inspection results are as follows: • school buses rated as “approved” upon initial inspection, 10,055 • school buses rated as “defective” upon initial inspection,

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Jefferson summer school students serve breakfast

The day started off with a community breakfast where the Jefferson students had the experience of serving others. They cooked, cleaned, served and socialized with the many people that showed up. Due to the generous donations from our breakfast customers, the students were able to donate $211 to the Stanberry Ministry Center, which serves the

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BJ’s 46th Annual Truck, Tractor pull set for June 28

The 46th Annual Burlington Jct. Truck and Tractor Pull will begin at 6:30 pm, Friday, June 28 at the BJ city park. The BJ Kiwanis hold the event as a fundraiser for children in the community. Admission is $10 for adults and children, 12 and under are free. There is a money scramble mid-pull for

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County students to attend Boys, Girls State

Missouri Boys State and Girls State for 2024 will occur simultaneously on Lindenwood University’s campus in St. Charles from Saturday, June 22 to Saturday, June 29. The programs will continue to maintain independent schedules and curriculum but plan to share common resources. Both Missouri Boys State and Missouri Girls State will also be able to

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