Pickering Pony Pull hosts 22 teams
Ponies are tied to the Pickering Horse Show Arena fence waiting for the chance to pull at the June 10 Pickering Pony Pull. There were 22 teams that competed. The event winner was Jerry Kindhart from Perry, IL.
10 Squared Men donate to AL Post 100
On June 9, 10 Squared Men made a $13,500 donated to James Earl Gray American Legion Post 100, Maryville. Representing 10 Squared Men were Clarence Green and Brian Schieber; representing Post 100 were Bob Westfall, Joyce Stark, David Dredge, Nathan Little and Bob Bohlken. Post Commander Dredge said the money will be used for scholarships, Scouting,
NNL, the perfect travel companion
The Dobbins family recently traveled to Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada with their Nodaway News Leader. Karen, Pat and their daughter, Deena stopped outside a poutine shop, May 25. Poutine is a Canadian dish made of fries, gravy and cheese curds. Easy to pack, the Nodaway News Leader is the perfect travel item. So prepare those smiles and the perfect
Maryville’s June Beautification Award announced
Bryan Alexander, owner of the property located at 305 West Lincoln, is the June winner of the Maryville Beautification Award program. He was presented the recognition by Maryville Mayor ProTem Dannen Merrill. Alexander takes a lot of pride in his property and maintained it beautifully. Every month from April to October, Maryville awards a property
Maryville author presents to Stanberry Library’s children
Author Amy Houts gave a presentation at the Gentry County Library in Stanberry May 24 for their Summer Reading Kickoff. Houts, a long-time Maryville children’s book author and publisher, talked about writing, read a few of her books, and had a book signing. Those in the photo commemorating the event were: Gemma Baker, Amanda Blessing,
Senior Center receives Aramark food donation
At the May 17 Nodaway County Senior Citizens Senate meeting, it was announced that the Northwest Missouri State University former campus dining company, Aramark, had donated two large trucks of frozen food to the senior center. The new walk-in freezer was filled to capacity and Administrator Amie Firavich was excited about the food variety the
MSHP completes annual school bus inspections
Colonel Eric T. Olson, superintendent of the Missouri State Highway Patrol, announces the results of the Driver and Vehicle Safety Division’s 2023 annual school bus inspection program. Missouri’s 2023 school bus inspection results are as follows: • School buses rated as “approved” upon initial inspection: 9,995 • School buses rated as “defective” upon initial inspection:
NCTC presents ‘A Midsummer Night’s Dream’
The Nodaway Community Theater Company’s junior high and high school age actors for the play “A Midsummer Night’s Dream” are front: Jaci Elston, Mattie Dimmitt, Audrey Walker; middle: Kathryn Vesel, Harlee Walker, Ivy Goldsmith, Gracen Argo; back: Coral Blake, River Blake, Damian Huff, Alex Rowen and Gabriella Rowen. Not pictured are: Suze Schaefer, Liam O’Gwin,
Skidmore mayor resigns
At the beginning of the June 1 Skidmore City Council meeting, Mayor Jill Wieland resigned saying she had “too much on my plate.” The council also met on June 5 to finish items needed by the city. Wieland then exited the June 1 meeting, leaving Mayor Pro Tem Teresa Carter in charge. There were several
Dr. Bob Boerigter inducted into MIAA Hall of Fame
The 2023 MIAA Awards Celebration presented by Husch Blackwell took place June 6 at the Kansas City Music Hall in downtown Kansas City. The celebration recognized the outstanding performances and achievements that occurred in the MIAA, one of the nation’s oldest and most competitive NCAA athletic conferences. The invite-only event featured various award presentations including
