Area News
Department of Agriculture Announces Funding for School Ag Departments
The Missouri Department of Agriculture (MDA) is now accepting applications for the Missouri Agriculture Energy Saving Team – a Revolutionary Opportunity (MAESTRO) grant, funded through the U.S. Department of Energy. The MAESTRO grant was created to help small farming operations across Missouri reduce energy use. Funding will be used to assist K-12 school districts with…
Read MoreGlass Recycling Program Celebrates 200 Ton Milestone
In recognition of the collection of over 200 tons of glass, the City of Kirksville, Ripple Glass, and the Northeast Missouri Solid Waste Management District (NEMOSWMD) came together this Earth Day at the Public Works Complex to celebrate the success of the City’s glass recycling program! Pictured above, from left, are Mayor Pro Tem John…
Read MoreRoad to Close for Culvert Replacements on Route B in Adair County
HANNIBAL – Weather permitting, May 16-17, MoDOT crews will be performing culvert replacements on Route B in Adair County. The road will be closed at Missouri Route 6 to Route K between 7:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. Motorists will need to use alternate routes for closures during these times. For more information on this and…
Read MoreNew Arrivals at Scotland County Memorial Library
New Large Print Fiction Stop by or give us a call if you’d like any of these new large print books. An Invincible Summer (Wyndham Beach # 1), by Mariah Stewart Thick as Thieves, by Sandra Brown The Tubman Command, by Elizabeth Cobbs Bushwack, by Richard S. Wheeler Fox Crossing (Fox Crossing, Maine # 1),…
Read MoreStolen Vehicles Crashed and Recovered in Scotland County, Driver Seriously Injured
By Echo Menges Scotland County, MO – Thursday, May 5, 2022 – Two vehicles were stolen in Scotland County early Thursday morning, and both were involved in crashes not long after, which has kept local law enforcement busy. “The first truck was stollen at 3:10 this morning from Prairieland FS in Memphis. It was a…
Read MoreLaw Enforcement Reminds Citizens to Lock Up Valuables, Don’t Leave Keys In Your Car
By Echo Menges NEMOnews Media Group Law enforcement officials from throughout the region are reminding the community to be extra mindful of their valuable property. An increase in thievery is common when the springtime temperatures rise. Throughout the Northeast Missouri region vehicle thefts and property crimes are on the uptick. Police are asking citizens to…
Read MoreLocal Masonic Lodge Celebrates 170 Years of Service
Memphis Masonic Lodge#16 A.F.&A.M. will be celebrating their 170th year on Friday, May 6th at the Lodge’s Supper Hall, located on the first floor of the Masonic Temple in Memphis. Supper will start at 6:30 and a program to follow. All Masons and family members are invited to attend. Also, any individual interested in becoming…
Read MoreLiberty Utilities Company Gives Locally to Feed the Hunger
Randy Snodgrass and Daniel Ashworth of Liberty Utilities presented a check in the amount of $1500. To The Food Bank for Central and Northeast Missouri. Liberty Utilities are the annual bag sponsors for “Stamp Out Hunger” a national one day food drive to be held May 14 through our local participating post offices. These funds…
Read MoreUSDA Census Happening Soon
The 2022 Census of Agriculture is about people. Every survey response is essential. Ag census data inform policy, research, assistance programs, ag education, community development and countess more decisions that ultimately affect you, your farm, and neighbors. From cattle ranchers to greenhouse owners, backyard growers, urban farmers and row crop producers with thousands of acres,…
Read MorePatrol To Offer Accelerated Academy For 116th Recruit Class
Colonel Eric T. Olson, superintendent of the Missouri State Highway Patrol, announces the agency will offer another 15-week accelerated academy to law enforcement professionals interested in becoming a trooper. To be eligible, candidates must possess an active Missouri Class A POST license in good standing or be able to obtain one prior to the start…
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