The Special Olympics of Missouri recently named the outstanding individuals in each of its five regions. For the north area, Shirley Heideman was named the 2023 Outstanding Coach of the Year and Nate Carter was named the 2023 Outstanding Athlete of the Year. Both were invited, but only Heideman attended the luncheon at the Special
Colonel Eric T. Olson, superintendent of the Missouri State Highway Patrol, announces the commercial vehicle enforcement division will participate in a five-day Human Trafficking Awareness initiative January 8-12. This initiative is a concentrated effort to educate commercial motor vehicle drivers, motor carriers, law enforcement officers and the general public about human trafficking, what signs to
To the citizens of Nodaway County, Some of you may recall that in 2016 when I campaigned for sheriff, I said I intended to complete two terms as sheriff if the citizens elected me. I am grateful that I was elected and it has been my privilege to serve you. My second term as your
At the Pickering City Council meeting, January 3, City Clerk Milt Sovereign sought and gained approval to buy up to four spare sewer pumps at approximately $2,200 each. At this point, most sewer pump failures are electrical. Most of the pumps are repairable but not all. The city now has four spare pumps and two
The exclusive annual feature ‘By the Numbers’ takes a look at the past year in Nodaway County compared to previous years. This ‘print only’ feature can be found on Pages 2 and 19 in this week’s NNL.
Northwest Missouri State University on December 12 recognized 118 employees who have attained milestone years of service at the university. The cumulative years of service for the recognized employees is 1,445 years. Photos and years of service can be found on Page 3 of this week’s NNL.
The Nodaway County Health Department’s Jack Hunsucker inspected establishments over the month of December. Shooters, 309 North Market Street, Maryville, low priority Inspection date: December 6 Criticals: None. Non-criticals: Flooring damaged in the main bar area and restrooms. The wall edging was also damaged in the women’s restroom. Fit Republic, 102 South Main, Maryville, low priority Inspection date: December
Governor Mike Parson announced two appointments to the State Highways and Transportation Commission including former State Senator Dan Hegeman. Dan Hegeman, St. Joseph, was appointed to the State Highways and Transportation Commission. Hegeman currently serves as senior community business manager at Evergy and co-owner of Hegeman Farm, Inc. He serves as the chairman of St.
The Department of Economic Development (DED) announced on December 29 that it has awarded a total of more than $7.9 million through the second round of the Cell Towers Grant Program. Grants will be awarded to 14 projects to construct new towers that provide quality cellular service and greater 911 connectivity to high-cost areas. The
OATS Transit’s regional office in St. Joseph has announced a fare change for residents in Northwest Missouri. Effective February 1, fares for rural service will increase to $2 each way. Rider fares help us maintain current levels of service and directly impact the company’s operating budget. Fares are being standardized at $2.00 per one-way ride
