The Chillicothe R-II School District will soon receive a portion of the Jolene Haas Anderson Trust, and is making plans to handle the money similar to other scholarship funds they have received in the past. Superintendent Dr Roger Barnes says they money will be invested and they have a plan for dispersal. The School District […]
Police Department Reminds Residents Of Snow Removal Requirements
The Chillicothe Police Department reminds the public of their responsibility to clear snow from their sidewalks. City Ordinance is 505.210. Sargent Jeremy Stephens says Chillicothe’s sidewalk snow removal ordinance requires residents and businesses to clear their adjacent public sidewalks of snow and ice in a timely manner. Providing clear, safe sidewalks for pedestrian routes ensures […]
Engineering For Chillicothe Street Projects Complete
The engineering for the 2019 Chillicothe Street projects is complete and City Administrator Darin Chappell says they are happy to have it done earlier this year. Chappell says they hope to have the bid process complete and the contracts in place for a contractor to begin work as soon as the weather permits.
Filing For The April 2nd Election Is Closed
Filing for the April 2nd election closed Tuesday. There were a few changes in the filing for the City of Chillicothe. Mayor – Reed Dupy and Teresa Kelly Councilman At Large – Tom Ashbrook 1st Ward – Dennis Albertson Jr and Adam B Brown 2nd Ward – Wayne Cunningham 3rd Ward – John Plaster, Jr, […]
A Wintry Mix – Winter Weather Advisory
The National Weather Service says a wintry mix is expected tonight across northern Missouri. Meteorologist Sarah Atkins says the Winter Weather Advisory begins at 6:00 this evening. Atkins says the type of precipitation you will see will depend on how far north you are located. She says they are still watching the system that is […]
Theft Reported Monday – Suspect Caught With The Money
Theft from a home in Livingston County was investigated Monday and Livingston County Sheriff Steve Cox says they have a suspect in custody. The victim reported a vehicle broken down near the home and a woman was asking to use the restroom. The resident had some money tucked away near the area and when the […]
Chillicothe City Office Candidate Withdraws – New Candidate Files
A candidate for the Chillicothe City Auditors position withdrew from the race Tuesday afternoon. City Clerk Roze Frampton reported Kathy Gilliland withdrew her name from the ballot at 4:13 pm. A short time later, before the 5:00 pm deadline, Hannah Fletcher filed for the office of City Auditor and will be unopposed on the ballot.
Ballot Language Resolution Approved For 80 Cent Levy Increase
Residents of the Chillicothe R-II School District will see an 80 cents operating levy for the district on the April Ballot. Superintendent Dr Roger Barnes says the board approved the required resolution for the levy Tuesday night. The Ballot will read as follows:
Rollover Accident Injures Six – Driver Arrested
A single vehicle roll over accident east of Chillicothe Tuesday evening left six people injured and the driver in custody. The accident happened at about 8:30 pm on LIV 230, three miles east of Chillicothe as 36 year old Matthew Pike of Chillicothe was westbound and lost control on the ice covered road. He ran […]

Late Starts And Closings For Wednesday, January 16th
Only a few late starts and one closing for the area schools to start Wednesday morning. CLOSINGS: Verelle Peniston LATE STARTS: Braymer – 2 hours late Breckenridge – 2 hours late Carrollton – 10 am start Polo – Opening at 10:15