The Chillicothe Fire Department wants you to be safe this fourth of July holiday and remind you of these safety tips when handling fireworks and grilling. Be sure fireworks are legal before using or buying them. Always have an adult supervise fireworks activities and never allow children to play with or ignite fireworks. Sparklers alone account for one quarter of […]
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Chillicothe Police responded to 89 calls for service Friday. Some of the calls include: 9:03 am, Theft of chainsaws from the 10 block of Cherry Street. The investigation continues. 11:24 am, Disturbance reported in 1300 block of Monroe Street. Officers made contact with subject and they are voluntarily going to Hedrick Medical Center for evaluation and treatment. 11:58 am, Subject […]
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The Chillicothe Board of Public Works will meet Tuesday morning. The meeting begins at 7:00 am in the CMU meeting room. The agenda includes reports from the department heads and the General Manager, Matt Hopper. Meetings of the Board of Public Works are open to the public.
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A new Code Enforcement and Zoning Officer was hired for the City of Chillicothe. In Monday’s Executive Session, the council approved Gil Gates to fill the position full-time. The pay is set at $21.64/hour. The vote from the council was 5/0
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The Chillicothe Police Department responded to 106 calls for service Thursday. The report includes an unattended death. 11:37 am, a vehicle accident was reported near Third and Wilson Street where a vehicle struck and damaged a parking sign at the street edge. Minor damage. 6:27 pm, Officers responded to the area of Gale St. and Martin St. on a report […]
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Beginning this morning, fireworks can be used within the Chillicothe city limits. The City of Chillicothe has limitations to the type of fireworks you can use and when they can be used. City Code states fireworks can be used within the city limits from July 1st to the 4th. The public may use ground-based fireworks within the city limits. That […]
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A free canoeing and kayaking class will be offered for those 12 and older at the Litton Ag Center on July 7th. The Missouri Department of Conservation is offering the program in partnership with the Grand River Family YMCA. Adam Brandsgaard, MDC conservation educator says the class is for newcomers who want to learn paddle sport skills Brandsgaard will demonstrate […]
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The Chillicothe Police Department responded to 117 calls for service Wednesday. Calls include an accident and a dog bite. 8:32am, Complaint of vehicle blocking the roadway at First and Brunswick Streets. Officers unable to contact the owner and the vehicle was towed. 8:52 am, Dog bite reported in the 1900 block of Hoyt Drive. The person was jogging and was […]
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The Chillicothe School District ended the 2021/22 school year with a 38.9% reserve balance. Superintendent Dr Dan Wiebers says that is an increase from 26.75% from the start of the fiscal year. Final bills for the year were approved and funds were transferred to cover the necessary payments that are coming up. That includes a transfer of $1.537 million for […]
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A Patriotic Sing and Fireworks Display are scheduled for Sunday, July 3rd in Chillicothe. The Patriotic Sing will be from 6:00 to 7:00 pm at the Bethel Black History Museum, across from the Grand River Historical Society Museum. Mary Lou Vandeventer and Dr James Cockman will lead the program. A free-will offering will be accepted. The Chillicothe Rotary Club Fireworks […]
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