Nodaway News Leader columnist, Beverly Clinkingbeard, has published her first book, “Chore Boy,” under the childhood and pen name Jeannie Edwards. “Chore Boy” is about a 10-year-old in the 1930s who works on a neighboring farm. Although it is a fictional story, Clinkingbeard based it on stories from farmers who worked as chore boys. The
Jefferson C-123 ag students are raising fish and lettuce through their studies of hydroponics this year. Jackie Carlson, Jefferson ag teacher, used a $1,500 grant from Monsanto to purchase a hydroponic system. The hydroponic process begins with a 400-gallon water tank holding the fish. The water, filled with nutrients from fish waste, runs though a
The Maryville Park and Recreation board approved a partnership with the Maryville Soccer Association during its regular meeting on September 1. MSA representatives Joe Suchan and Chris Riley discussed the partnership prior to board approval. Riley said the organization was formed in June from several existing organizations and adopted bylaws, elected a board of directors
KCP&L wants to warn all customers of a phone scam in the St. Joseph area. Most of those targeted are restaurants and small businesses, but all customers should be aware of this important notice. There have been reports of a live person posing as a KCP&L employee who notifies the customer of a past due
By Jacki Wood Editor’s note: this is the second in a series of day trip ideas you can plan for your children or grandchildren. Home of Arbor Day, Nebraska City sits along the Missouri River and has a rich history of embracing nature and culture with several orchards, museums and events perfect for a fall
The Platte Valley Eagles came away from the Cameron Tournament on September 3 with a first place finish in the silver bracket after they defeated Richmond 10-3, lost to Savannah 2-7, defeated DeKalb 5-3, and defeated Lawson 3-1. The team includes: front, Katelyn Kramer, Ashley Riley, Elizabeth Turpin, Mikayla Mattson, Stephanie Chor, Kaylin LaMaster, Josie
Because the Maryville High School golf team has been focusing on putting and chipping, it saw better scores at the Central Invitational Moila Country Club tournament. Team members shown are Emily Long, who tied for 23rd place with a score of 99, Jessica Sheil, who tied for 25th place with a score of 100, Anna
Several local businesses donated funds and supplies to Maryville Public Safety allowing it to purchase and equip a trauma go-bag for each officer on the squad. A trauma go-bag is a first-aid bag filled with medical supplies. Because officers are usually the first person on the scene of an accident, their ability to provide prompt
