Emma Range

Virgil and Julie Range, Aurora, IL, announce the birth of a daughter, Emma Elizabeth, born Sunday, June 16, 2017. She weighed eight pounds and six ounces and joins two brothers, Cole and Caiden. Maternal grandparents are Ed and Barbara Nielson. Paternal grandparents are Judy Carroll and the late Virgil Range, Jr.

[ Read More ]

Alumni, friends invited to join giving team in support of Hughes Fieldhouse

Northwest Missouri State University alumni and friends may now contribute to the construction and future needs of the Carl and Cheryl Hughes Fieldhouse by purchasing commemorative bricks, pavers, trees or benches, as well as through traditional monetary donations. “Joining our winning team to support this exciting project builds on the importance of health, wellness and

[ Read More ]

Skidmore approves new council ordinance

The Skidmore City Council approved ordinance #2017Board-2 concerning the board of aldermen at the July 13 meeting. It replaces the ordinance approved in June that did not take into account the Missouri Sunshine Law when closing city council meetings to the public. City Clerk Jennifer Poland had discussed the matter with the Missouri Municipal League,

[ Read More ]

Geography with Goudge

National Pro Fastpitch (NFP) consists of six teams: Akron Racers, Houston Scrap Yard Dawgs, Beijing Eagles, Chicago Bandits, Texas Charge and USSSA Pride, with 150 players total. Maryville native Taylor Gadbois plays for the Texas Charge.  The per-capita production of professional women’s softball players by high school origin is greatest in the West, Midwest and

[ Read More ]

Nodaway County Fair draws crowd

The 2017 Nodaway County Fair drew crowds despite the heat. See the printed Nodaway News Leader for coverage of the fair including the livestock shows, BBQ contest, 4-H activities, parade, entertainment and much more. Ryker Blackford, son of Allison and Cody Blackford, Maryville, leads his calf, Steve, back to his pen after the beef pee-wee

[ Read More ]

TCW collects children’s coats over summer

Today’s Civic Women is collecting children’s coats from size 3T to small adults. With families having garage sales over the summer, TCW is hoping to acquire some of their too small coats for school children this fall and winter. The Koats for Kids program has been an ongoing enterprise for the organization. Collection points in

[ Read More ]

Paws at the Pub event supports shelter

Paws at The Pub is a monthly social event to benefit the New Nodaway Humane Society. The event will be from 5 to 8 pm, Wednesday, July 26, at The Pub, 414 North Main Street, Maryville. This is a chance for pups and owners to meet in a friendly, relaxed setting while raising awareness and

[ Read More ]

Ravenwood breakfast to be held

The Ravenwood Community Betterment breakfast will be held from 8 am to noon on Sunday, July 23, at the Ravenwood Community Building, on West Hawk Street. Cost is $8 for adults and $5 for children. The breakfast includes: bacon, hashbrowns, biscuits and gravy, fried and scrambled eggs, pancakes, coffee and juice. Proceeds go for the

[ Read More ]

Group hosts motorcycle fun run

Local 26 Freedom of Road Riders®, Maryville, invite all motorcyclists to attend the annual Freedom Rock Fun Run, which will start at 9 am, Saturday, July 22. This year the ride will start at the Nodaway County Freedom Rock, located in Franklin Park, Seventh and Walnut Streets, Maryville. For more information, contact Kathy at 660.582.1742.

[ Read More ]