Livingston County Sheriff Steve Cox announced his retirement effective immediately. Cox says he is closing out his office and will be on medical leave through August 31st. His official retirement begins on September 1st. Steve Cox spent his entire law enforcement career serving the local residents. Cox says he began in 1985 as a Deputy, […]
Chillicothe Police Report For Tuesday
The Chillicothe Police Department responded to 110 calls for service Tuesday. Some of the calls include: 1:49 a.m., Officers responded to the 1300 block of 3rd St. for a report of a possible overdose. Officers assisted Chillicothe Fire Department medics. 9:31 a.m., Officers responded to the 400 block of Elm St. for a report of […]
Car Fire South of Chillicothe
A car fire south of Chillicothe Tuesday evening was handled by the Chillicothe Fire Department. The call came in about 5:30 and the fire crews arrived 10 minutes later to find the fire in the engine compartment and in the passenger area. About 400 gallons of water was used to put out the fire. The […]
Livingston County Sheriff’s Report
The Livingston County Sheriff’s Department report for the first half of June includes several arrests and investigations. June 10th, deputies responded to the 14000 block of State Highway C for an investigation into harassment. A report was forwarded to the Prosecuting Attorney’s Office. June 12th, a deputy reported findings into an investigation on counterfeit money […]
Ham Radio Field Day Event To Be Held At Crowder State Park
A local amateur radio club will participate in a nationwide event this weekend. North Central Missouri Amateur Radio Club President Paul Hurla says Field Day is an opportunity to test our preparedness. Part contest, part testing our equipment, and an opportunity to get together. The Field Day event will be held at Crowder State Park, […]
Chillicothe R-II Budget Includes PLANNED $5.5 Million Deficit
The Chillicothe R-II School District Budget for the 2024/25 school year was presented to the school board. Superintendent Dr Dan Wiebers says there is considerable deficit spending included in the budget. The deficit is about $5.5 million. This is to complete the elementary school project. Dr Wiebers says the funds to cover that expense are […]
Road Projects For Chillicothe Elementary School Project
Pouring of concrete and paving of roads as part of the Chillicothe Elementary School project are expected this week. Superintendent Dan Wiebers says the road next to the building, the bus lane, will be poured today. The parking lot next to the Administrative building will be poured on Friday. These projects are weather permitting.
Troopers Arrest Man On Warrants
One arrest by the Missouri Highway Patrol was reported in Linn County Tuesday. Troopers arrested 46-year-old Bradley J. Luetjen of Ionia, MO on Henry County warrants for alleged failure to appear on charges that include alleged traffic offenses and family offenses. He was held at the Macon County Jail pending the posting of bond.
Delays Continue On Route 5 Rail Projects
The reopening of Missouri Route 5 in Linn County under the BNSF railroad bridge in Marceline and Route 5 in Chariton County under the Norfolk Southern Railroad bridge west of Salisbury has been delayed due to additional paving and guardrail needed. Ther contractor, working with the Missouri Department of Transportation now expect to reopen Route […]