The number one seeded Chillicothe Lady Hornets were competing against the fifth seed Excelsior Springs Lady Tigers in the class three district eight semifinal at Heritage Park in St. Joseph on Thursday night. The Lady Hornets recognized the intensity level it would take to win this matchup. Chillicothe emerged ready from the opening pitch. […]
Lady Hornets Volleyball Wins Historic 5 Set Match
The Chillicothe Lady Hornets went on the road Tuesday night to take on St. Joseph Christian. It was a battle tonight in St. Joe for first time in CHS history, the Lady Hornets defeated Lions. It was a long night of volleyball as the match went five sets, but Chillicothe emerged victorious 15-25, 25-19, 23-25, […]
District Literacy Plan
A District Literacy Plan for the Chillicothe R-II School District was approved by the School Board. Superintendent Dr Dan Weibers says the plan presented at the meeting is about helping children with reading and understanding. He says it is a requirement by the state of Missouri. Even if it wasn’t, it’s a great plan to […]
Hornets Soccer Secures Shutout Victory
The Chillicothe Hornets boys soccer team played Tuesday night at home against Lafayette, looking for back to back wins on consecutive nights. The Hornets showed no ill effects from their physical match the night before, jumping on the Irish quick. Magnus Maier scored twice in the first half, one from the penalty spot and another […]
Car Deer Crash, Vehicle Fire & Grass Fire
A crash involving a single vehicle and a deer resulted in a grass fire this (Thursday) morning. The crash shortly after 6:00 am was near the intersection of Route A and W and resulted in a vehicle fire. Before the fire department arrived, they were told there was also a grass fire at the location. […]
Stealing Investigation
Chillicothe Police conducted a follow-up investigation in the 100 block of Ryan Ln. The investigation was the result of multiple cases involving stolen property over the last few months. The investigation included interviews of victims and witnesses. Officers applied for and were granted a search warrant. During the search, Officers recovered stolen property identified by […]
Missouri Jobs Report For September
The State’s Jobs report for September shows non-farm payroll decreased by 900 jobs, private industry payroll decreased by 1,300 jobs, and government employment increased by 400 jobs. Missouri’s smoothed seasonally adjusted unemployment rate remained steady at 3.9% in September 2024. That is also up from 3.3% in September of 2023. The monthly unemployment report with […]
Second Annual Autism Resource Fair
The second annual Autism Resource Fair, presented by the Livingston County Health Center and the Chillicothe R-II School District will be on Thursday, November 14th from 4:00 – 6:00 pm at the United Methodist Church. The free family-friendly event will feature over 25 booths by organizations that can help answer questions about their resources and […]
CAPNCM Accepting Applications For Winter LIHEAP
The Community Action Partnership of North Central Missouri is accepting applications for the Winter LIHEAP (Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program.) Annual applications may be turned now for the elderly and disabled. Applications for all other households will be accepted after November 1st. There is NO DEADLINE to apply for energy assistance. Those applying must […]
Bookings At Caldwell County Detention Center
Three arrests by Chillicothe Police officers resulted in three bookings at the Caldwell County Detention Center. 34-year-old Chase Fantazia of Chillicothe is charged with alleged receiving stolen property. Bond is set at $1,000 cash only. 31-year-old Joshua Alan Phelps is charged with alleged receiving stolen property. Bond is set at $1,000 cash only. 33-year-old Tyler […]