The Chillicothe R-II School District’s Professional Development budget was increased through funds remaining from last school year. Superintendent Dan Wiebers says that is an important part of the district’s budget. Dr Jill Watkins provided the board with a look at how the funds will be used, including through speakers that will make presentations either in […]
Chillicothe Rural Fire Protection District #1
The creation of the Chillicothe Rural Fire Protection District #1 was affirmed by Judge Daren Adkins. The Judge reviewed the results of the August 4th election, where voters approved the creation of the district and elected the members of the board. In that election, the voters did NOT approve the funding of the Fire District. […]
CHS 2020 Homecoming Candidates
Chillicothe High School Homecoming is this Friday and the school is having a pep rally Friday morning and a mini-parade that will include the candidates for King and Queen and the members of the court from the other classes. This year’s candidates include: Carter Allen – Jill and the Late Jamie Allen Megan Sisson […]
Tax Levy Discussed At Chillicothe R-II School Board Meeting
The tax levy for the Chillicothe R-II School district was discussed by the School Board Tuesday. Superintendent Dan Wiebers says it is an important topic that will need to be addressed as the year continues. Wiebers says the timing of the levy on the ballot will determine when the additional revenue would be available to […]
Chillicothe Man Injured In Wednesday Morning Accident
A two-vehicle accident near Chillicothe Wednesday morning left a Chillicothe man with minor injuries. State Troopers report 45-year-old Spencer Ficken of Chillicothe was taken to Hedrick Medical Center for treatment of minor injuries following the accident at about 6:25 am, on US 36 a mile east of town. According to the report, Ficken was westbound […]
Chillicothe Police Report For Wednesday
The Chillicothe Police Department responded to 83 calls for service Wednesday. They also made well being checks and assisted other agencies. 3:13 am, Loud music complaint in the 1100 block of Waples Street. Officers made contact and advised the individuals to quiet down. 9:26 am, Officers responded to the 1400 block of Cooper Street on […]
US 65 Grand River Bridge To Close Friday Night – Emergency Shoulder Repairs
US Highway 65, south of Chillicothe, will be closed in the overnight hours Friday. The Missouri Department of Transportation announced the closure to allow for emergency repairs to the shoulder near the Grand River Bridge. MoDOT reports the highway shoulders are not built to withstand constant traffic on them as roadways are. With traffic patterns […]
St Louis Woman Arrested After High Speeds In Three Counties & A Construction Zone
A report of a vehicle traveling at over 100 miles per hour in Carroll County Wednesday afternoon had the Livingston County Sheriff’s Department headed to assist. The Carroll County Deputy lost sight of the white SUV on US 65 near Route H in Livingston County. Sheriff’s Department staff were at the Grand River Bridge when […]
Hornets vs Cameron for Homecoming
Friday Night the Chillicothe Football team will be looking for their first win while Cameron will try to recover from their first loss of the season. Cameron is led by their third year starting Quarterback Tyler Campbell. Coach Jeff Wallace says Campbell is a special talent. The Hornets are coming off a conference loss at […]
Penney: Hamilton Home Opener
After three straight weeks on the road, the Penny High of Hamilton Hornets will look to keep their two-game winning streak alive Friday when they host East Buchanan. Hamilton Coach Caleb Obert says East Buchanan has a new coach with new ideas on Offense. East Buchanan has wins over South Harrison and Trenton but had […]