May 13 graduation ceremonies across the county bring smiles, tears Reflecting on the speeches they are about to give are MHS seniors Patrick Baker, who spoke on “Today and Tomorrow,” Delanie Vinzant, whose topic was “Letting Go,” Chad Sullivan delved into “Our Destination” and Madison Holtman spoke about “Memories.” For more photos and information, see
Sunday • Jefferson Graduation, 1 pm • MHS Graduation, 2 pm • North Nodaway Graduation, 3 pm • West Nodaway Graduation, 3 pm • South Nodaway Graduation, 4 pm Monday • West Nodaway Elementary Fun Day • North Nodaway 8th Promotion • West Nodaway 8th Promotion • MHS V soccer – Districts vs Lafayette at
The Northeast Nodaway R-V School Board approved several bids during its regular meeting April 19. The board approved the contract with Apple Bus Company, Cleveland, for approximately $121,104. Meyer Laboratory Inc., Blue Springs, was awarded the $2,291.60 bid to refinish both of the gym floors. Discussion was held about redoing the old gym floor every
The Jefferson C-123 School Board accepted bids and raised salaries during its regular meeting on April 16. The school board accepted a bid from Grand River Mutual, Bethany, for a new phone system and a 16-camera security system. The total bid was $11,510.34, while the camera system is $4,034.16. The cameras will be installed in
Sunday • North Nodaway senior trip begins • South Nodaway senior trip begins • West Nodaway FFA breakfast, 8 am • Nodaway-Holt Graduation, 2 pm • Northeast Nodaway Graduation, 2 pm • MHS Hound Howlin’ City banquet, 6 pm • West Nodaway Baccalaureate, 6:30 pm Monday • Jefferson senior trip begins • West Nodaway senior
The Nodaway-Holt R-VII School Board elected a new president during its regular meeting April 18. The school board approved the official election results. Kelly O’Riley received 127 votes, Kenny Shewey received 213 votes and Joni Everhart received 208 votes. Shewey and Everhart were sworn in to service for the board of education. The school board
The Maryville R-II Board of Education reorganized the board during its regular meeting on April 16. The school board voted Josh McKim as the president and the Missouri School Board Association delegate for the 2017-2018 school year. Rob Sparks will be vice-president and Missouri School Board Association alternate. Elaine Wilson will be the AEL Advisory
The South Nodaway R-IV Board of Education met in open and closed sessions on April 16 to handle the following school district business: A lease contract with 1 Source Towers, LLC, FL, was approved to place a cell tower on the northwest corner of the Guilford Sports Complex. The lease is for five years, renewable
Sunday • Northeast Nodaway senior trip begins • West Nodaway FFA breakfast, 8 am • Jefferson StuCo volleyball, 2:30 pm • Nodaway-Holt School Play, 4 pm Monday • Nodaway-Holt Elementary Character Assembly • West Nodaway EOC testing • Jefferson English II testing, 8:15 am • South Nodaway Bump Up Day, 8:30 am • MHS V
The West Nodaway R-I Board of Education met in open and closed sessions on April 11 to handle the following school district business: During the vote to approve the cooperative sponsorship of high school and junior high school athletics, confusion reigned when only three board members voted for approval. Board President Jason Hull halted the
