Chamber highlights customer service
The Greater Maryville Chamber of Commerce kicked off customer service week by highlighting four local individuals and one business, all nominated by Chamber members for providing exceptional customer service.
Highway patrol issues safety tips
With harvest season upon us, individuals need to be cautious on the roadways as farmers take to the fields. State Highway Patrol Trooper Dale Reuter said it is imperative to be vigilant and alert while driving. Slow-moving farm implements will be on the roadways. “Farming is a big part of our community here in Nodaway
Maryville man charged with child molestation
A Maryville man has been charged with Felony Child Molestation – 2nd Degree – Child Less than 12 years of age. Charges were filed September 24 against Jason S. Langford, 43, in the Nodaway County Circuit Court. Langford is being held without bond until arraignment.
Kawasaki gives $100,000 toward new childcare center partnership
Kawasaki Manufacturing Corp. recently made a gift of $100,000 for the new SSM Health Preschool & Child Care Center, currently under construction. “This generous donation made by the Kawasaki Good Times Foundation creates a wonderful partnership between Kawasaki and SSM Health Preschool,” Megan Jennings, St. Francis Hospital Foundation development officer, said. “We are excited about
Local youth recognize National 4-H Week
October fall activities abound in Nodaway County
Following are Nodaway County October events: • October 1-14 – Family Pumpkin decorating contest, turn in pumpkins at Maryville Public Library, 509 North Main Street. Judging October 17, ribbons awarded. For more information, call the library at 660.582.5281. • October 1 – Santa Cops 4 Kids golf tournament, Mozingo Lake Recreation Park golf course, 25055
Maryville leaders approve $34.4 M budget
The Maryville City Council approved the balanced 2018 budget which begins Sunday, October 1, during its regular city council meeting September 25. The revenue equals the expenses for a total budget of $34,422,986. The budget includes a 2.5 percent cost of living adjustment for employee wages. However, there will be no merit increases. One of
Work set to begin on intersection improvements
The intersection of US Route 71 and Main Street on the southern edge of Maryville will soon see improvements. On Monday, October 2, Chester Bross Construction Company and MoDOT plan to begin the intersection improvement project. As part of the intersection improvements, northbound and southbound traffic will be divided around the intersection. Signals for southbound
Regents approve drinking on campus, relaunch nursing programs
Northwest Missouri State University’s Board of Regents during its regular meeting September 22 approved a policy concerning alcohol consumption on campus. The Regents accepted the findings of a pilot program from Aramark at the Bearcat football opening game on September 7. The tailgating venue provided by Aramark at the Ray Courter Pavilion allows for beer
Maryville City Council sees packed house for meeting
The Maryville City Council saw a full room of city employees, with standing room only, September 25, where the council changed the employee insurance companies, adopted the FY18 budget and disregarded the Planning and Zoning Commission’s recommendations. See adjacent stories for information on the city insurance and budget. The council did not follow the recommendation
