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August 20, 2026

Chillicothe R-II Personnel Matters

Personnel matters were handled by the Chillicothe R-II School Board in a closed executive session. Approved actions include: Support Staff Hires: Katelynd Baker-CES Secretary/Admin Ass’t Lillian Kitchin-CELC Paraprofessional Erin Hendrix- CES Paraprofessional Pamela Chapman-CES Paraprofessional Amber Daniels-MS Paraprofessional Ashley Holloway-HS…

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August 19, 2026

July Jobs Report

The State of Missouri’s Jobs report for July has been released. The report shows Missouri’s non-farm payroll increased by 8,100 jobs, private industry employment increased by 6,900 jobs, and government employment increased by 1,200 jobs. Missouri’s smoothed seasonally adjusted unemployment…

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August 19, 2026

Chillicothe Police Report For Tuesday

Chillicothe Police handled 77 calls for service on Tuesday. The calls include: Officers assisted the Livingston County Sheriff’s Office with a domestic assault investigation and also helped a neighboring county with a possible child abuse case. Officers conducted several welfare…

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August 19, 2026

Back To School – Pedestrians, Vehicles, Buses

With the start of the new school year just days away, State Troopers remind us to be looking for pedestrians and young drivers, both before and after school. Sargent Shane Hux with the Missouri Highway Patrol says motorists need to…

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August 19, 2026

Local Missouri Prairie Foundation Award Winner

A couple from rural Chillicothe were honored at the recent Missouri Prairie Foundation Awards event. Protecting and promoting Missouri’s remaining prairies requires dedication and commitment from many people. David Young, Missouri Prairie Foundation President, says their award program recognizes individuals…

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August 19, 2026

School Board Approved Tax Rate Following Public Hearing

The Tax Rate for the Chillicothe R-II School District was approved by the School Board Tuesday night. Superintendent Dr Dan Wiebers has the approved rate. Rate of $4.6208 is less than 1% increase compared to last year. Wiebers says the…

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August 19, 2026

TIF Payoff Effects Tax Revenue For The School District

The revenue expected from the personal property and real estate taxes is affected by the payoff of the Tax Increment Financing. Superintendent Dr Dan Wiebers explains. TIF district becomes new construction for the School District. Wiebers says that will be…

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August 19, 2026

School Board Approves Pre-Pay of Bonds

The Chillicothe R-II School District will Prepay General Obligation Bonds to maintain a healthy Debt Service level. Superintendent Dr Dan Wiebers clarified what bonds and why. Prepay the 2016 GO Bonds to maintain the debt service. The District is planning…

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August 19, 2026

Budget Adjustments Expected For Chillicothe R-II

Budget Amendments are expected for the Chillicothe R-II School District. Superintendent Dr Dan Wiebers says there are several reasons for the changes. The tax Rate and expenditures. Dr Wiebers says personnel will also affect the budget. Teacher’s salary schedule changes….

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August 19, 2026

Chillicothe R-II Enrollment Numbers Appear Up

Student Enrollment for the Chillicothe R-II School District appears to be increasing for the 2026/27 school year. Superintendent Dr Dan Wiebers says he is cautious about the early enrollment numbers. New enrollments are up, but not all transfers have been…