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October 8, 2025

Jail Bookings For Livingston County

Three were booked into the Caldwell County Detention Center for Livingston County on Tuesday. 45-year-old Jesse Jay Deshazier was booked on a WRIT to appear in court. 34-year-old Brandy Lynn Purscell was booked for alleged unlawful use of a weapon,…

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October 8, 2025

Trials Set In Linn County

In Linn County Circuit Court, a trial was set for 41-year-old Christina Bitzer on charges of alleged Trafficking drugs, unlawful possession of drug paraphernalia, and keeping or maintaining a public nuisance. The pre-trial conference will be on March 3rd, with…

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October 8, 2025

Two Sentencing Hearings Thursday

Sentencing hearings are scheduled for Thursday in two local cases: 27-year-old Tehya Renae Kelly, Livingston County Court, Involuntary Manslaughter; she pled guilty on September 29th 33-year-old Cerrina C. Anders, Livingston County Circuit Court, 1st degree property damage; Anders entered a…

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October 7, 2025

Tiny Homes And A Variance

Chillicothe Boards handled Tiny homes and a Variance as part of their meetings Monday. The Chillicothe Planning and Zoning Commission heard concerns about tiny homes, where they are allowed, and the requirements. Chillicothe Code Enforcement Officer Gil Gates says they…

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October 7, 2025

Police Report For Monday

The Chillicothe Police Department handled 103 calls for service on Monday. Those calls include: Officers investigated several disturbances and property disputes, most of which were verbal or civil in nature. Three non-injury crashes were reported — two on city streets…

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October 7, 2025

Bound Over To Circuit Court

A 20-year-old Brookfield man facing charges for alleged child molestation will have his case heard in Livingston County Circuit Court. Brennin Austin-Lee Shoop was in the Associate Court on Monday for his preliminary hearing. He was bound over to the…

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October 7, 2025

Safe Sitter Program Offered In Chillicothe

A Safe Sitter class for middle school students will be offered by the Livingston County Health Center on Friday, October 24th, from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm. Students will learn and practice important safety skills, handle emergencies, care for children,…

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October 7, 2025

Missouri Hunting & Fishing Permit Price Increasing

Anglers and Hunters can expect higher prices for permits soon. Beginning in January, Missouri residents will see price increases that were approved by the Missouri Conservation Commission. Examples of the increases include: firearms deer hunting permits rise to $19.50, fishing…

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October 7, 2025

September Livingston Co. Sheriff’s Report

The Livingston County Sheriff’s Department handled several incidents and arrests during September. Deputies investigated property damage at Mooresville Park, a damaged mailbox near LIV 228, a failure to register by a sex offender, and a case in Chula involving a…

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October 6, 2025

Chamber Of Commerce Director Announces Her New Position

Chillicothe Area Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Crystal Narr announced she is leaving the Chamber after 11 years.. Narr announced she has accepted a position with the Missouri Chamber of Commerce & Industry as the Director of the Missouri Chamber…