This Week's News

Maryville council approves contract for water and sewer rate model update

At the July 24 Maryville City Council meeting, a contract with NewGen Strategies & Solutions, Richardson, TX, was approved to perform a formal update to the city’s water and sewer rate model. The new model will take into account rate adjustments, pandemic impacts, customer consumption trends and updated plant costs. NewGen provided a quote for

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Clearmont council orders new water meters

At the July 18 Clearmont City Council meeting, it was approved to order 87 water meters from Metron-Farnier, Boulder, CO, for a price of $400 per meter. A teleconference was convened with Tim Jackson, a representative from Metron-Farnier, to discuss the implementation of new water meters. The $400 cost per unit includes the meter body,

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Downtown Maryville Market sees vendor growth

Halfway through its inaugural season, the Downtown Maryville Market is reflecting on its success in setting new benchmarks for community engagement and vendor participation. Since its grand opening in May 2023, the market has attracted hundreds of visitors, supporting local businesses and fostering a sense of camaraderie among residents. On July 15, the market hosted

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Health Center to waive food establishment permit fees

At the July 19 Nodaway County Health Center Board of Trustees meeting, the board waived the food establishment fees for the period beginning October 1 to September 30, 2024. The health center has waived the food establishment permit fees since 2020. Three van bids were reviewed. The bids considered were: Charles Smith, Pickering, for a

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Downtown Maryville receives USDA grant

Downtown Maryville announces that it has been awarded a Rural Business Development grant from the USDA in the amount of $50,642. This grant is a testament to the remarkable efforts and dedication of community members, local businesses and the Downtown Maryville board in fostering economic growth and enhancing the quality of life in the heart of

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Rotary gives to Senior Center

Members of the Nodaway County Senior Citizens Senate and the Maryville Rotary Club met for a photo of the $2,000 gift from the Rotarians to the Senior Center July 19. Presidents Carolyn Franks and Skye Pournazari represented each group with the passing of the check. Rotarians held their weekly meeting after the presentation and the

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Library accepts donations for The Ministry Center

The Maryville Public Library is currently accepting donations for The Ministry Center food pantry through the end of August. The Ministry Center is in need of canned peas, canned peaches, cereal, laundry soap, bottled water, cake mixes, crackers and bar soap. Donations can be left in the boxes in the north lobby of the library

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Culp, Everhart to act as Skidmore Punkin Show Grand Marshals

                Dorothy Peter Culp and Marian John Everhart are the Skidmore Punkin Show Grand Marshals. They will preside over the “Jumpin Frogs and Smokin’ Hogs” parade which begins at 11 am, July 29. Registration is at 10:30 at the tent by the state barn. Culp recently celebrated her

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Habitat for Humanity to dedicate home July 28 in Maryville

Habitat for Humanity of Nodaway County will celebrate the new owners of its next home during a dedication ceremony at 5:30 pm, Friday, July 28. The new home is located at 222 N. Sanders St. in Maryville, and the ceremony is open to the public. Habitat for Humanity of Nodaway County named Lisa and Waylon

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SB40 board to meet at NOCOMO

At the July 11 SB40 Board meeting, it was decided the next quarterly meeting will be held at NOCOMO Industries, 319 South Newton, Maryville with the St. Gregory Church’s meeting room as a backup location. One item of business was tabled until the 6 pm, Tuesday, October 10 meeting. At this meeting, the SB40 Board

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