For more photos see the May 4, 2017, printed Nodaway News Leader. Jefferson’s Caden Farnan is named State Star in agribusiness The Missouri FFA Association recognized Caden Farnan, Jefferson FFA chapter, as the State Star in agribusiness at the 89th Missouri FFA Convention. His parents are Jeff and Joan Farnan, Stanberry. His advisor is Jackie
At the May 1 meeting of the Pickering City Council, discussion was held on the $6,000 water bill of the Pickering Christian Church parsonage. The council waived the sewer fee on the almost 400,000 gallons of water. Public Water Supply District No. 1 waived $3,700 of the $6,000 bill. City Clerk Milt Sovereign said he
Nodaway County law enforcement officers have been busy conducting arrest warrant service after a grand jury handed down 11 indictments against persons alleged to have distributed drugs during a multi-agency investigation that started in the fall of 2016. The sales allegedly involved marijuana, methamphetamine, cocaine and prescription drugs. The investigation involved an undercover operative who
A letter of understanding was signed by new City Attorney Taryn Henry and the City of Hopkins at the May 1 council meeting. Henry attended the meeting and several ongoing legal matters were discussed. City Clerk Dee O’Riley is going to email Henry a copy of the city ordinances. One of the first matters Henry
The second annual Art, Rhythm and Brews (ARB) will be from 7 to 11 pm, Friday, May 19 on the Maryville Downtown Square. Sponsored by the Maryville Public Arts Committee (MPAC), the festivities include three stages of live music with at least six performers and bands. Attendees will be able to sample food from local
Northwest Missouri State University will close its Northwest-St. Joseph location later this year, citing the movement of programming to other locations and students’ desires for access to the experience and services provided on the university’s Maryville campus. Additionally, the university is focused on creating efficiencies amid a shifting financial landscape that is straining resources at
The Nodaway News Leader has compiled a list of those individuals elected to serve in their towns and villages in Nodaway County. Arkoe Mayor/Road Commissioner: Darrell Cronk Commissioner: Joe Partridge Clerk: Megan Partridge Treasurer: Joyce Cronk Barnard Mayor: Mike Murphy Council Members: Zeb Coleman, Glenn Miller, Ned Waterman City Clerk: Teresa Coleman Burlington Jct. Mayor:
The following are some of the scheduled events: • May 3 – Boulders Inn and Suites community open house and tours, Boulders Inn and Suites, 2 Fall Drive, Mozingo Lake Recreation Park, 11 am to 3 pm. For more information, contact Sharlet Dumke at 660.224.2222. • May 4 – MPAC installation of new art pieces,
Robert “Bob” L. Rice, Nodaway County prosecutor, released the second edition of a booklet titled “Crime Victims’ Rights” to serve victims and the public as an informative guide about the criminal justice system in the State of Missouri due to the work of Nick Gotta, 24, San Diego, CA, a recent graduate from Northwest Missouri
The Skidmore City Council made progress on water and sewer issues during its meeting on April 17. A legal description is still needed for a water well that the city is transferring ownership back to the original landowners. The Missouri Department of Natural Resources grant application for the renovation of the city’s sewer is due
