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July 1, 2026

Fireworks Safety And Dry Weather Conditions

Fireworks safety is always important to keep those using fireworks and those around them uninjured. In the current dry conditions, there are added risks to using fireworks. Those who choose to use consumer fireworks should follow these safety tips: •…

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July 1, 2026

Rothville ADA Project Begins Monday

MoDOT contractors are ready to start the next part of a series of ADA Sidewalk projects in Carroll and Chariton counties. Ti-Zack Concrete, LLC, working with the Missouri Department of Transportation, is scheduled to begin sidewalk improvements on Route EE…

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July 1, 2026

Breckenridge Man Injured In Crash With Semi

A 21-year-old Breckenridge man had serious injuries when he pulled into the path of a Semi Tuesday morning near Breckenridge. State Troopers report the crash occurred at about 10:58 am on Old Highway 36, a mile west of Breckenridge. According…

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July 1, 2026

Brookfield Man Sentenced For DWR/DWS

A Brookfield man charged with driving while revoked or suspended was sentenced in Livingston County court. 20-year-old Alex Michael Gandy was sentenced by Judge Michael Leamer to 90 days in jail – suspended. He is ordered to serve two years…

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June 30, 2026

Chillicothe School Board Closes Out 2025/26 Budget

The Chillicothe R-II School Board met is special session Tuesday morning to close out the fiscal year. Superintendent Dr Dan Wiebers says action was taken to close the 2025/26 budget. The board also moved funds for summer projects and purchases….

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June 30, 2026

Chilicothe Police Report For Monday

Eighty-four calls for service were handled by the Chillicothe Police Department on Monday. Officers investigated a property damage report in the 400 block of North Washington Street and a separate harassment complaint, with both cases remaining under investigation. Police also…

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June 30, 2026

Chillicothe Municipal Utilities Roof Replacement

An addition to the roof replacement project for the CMU Office, including docks and awnings, brought the total above the threshold requiring City Council approval. The Board of Public Works approved the bid from Troyer Roofing for $86,784. CMU General…

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June 30, 2026

Council Approved Part-Time Hiring Ordinance

An ordinance to allow for hiring of part-time seasonal employees when there is no City Administrator was approved Monday by the Chillicothe City Council. An ordinance had been presented at the previous council meeting, but there was a request for…

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June 30, 2026

Helping Your Lawn In Extreme Heat Events

Dry conditions can have adverse effects on your lawn, and they become harsher in extreme heat conditions. The USDA offers some tips to consider during extreme heat events. Cynthia Domenghini of Kansas State University Extension says that changing from your…

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June 30, 2026

Motorcycle Crash Leaves Carrollton Man With Serious Injuries

A Carrollton man had serious injuries in a motorcycle crash Monday evening. State Troopers in Carroll County report the crash occurred at about 8:49 pm on Route JJ, at County Road 111. According to the report, the 37-year-old man was…