Kearney Schools closer to turf by football season

Superintendent Bill Nicely is becoming increasingly optimistic Kearney High School could kickoff the football season on a synthetic turf — literally.

ONLINE UPDATE: Kearney day care, owners at focal point of annexation debate

A day care wanting to relocate and expand in Kearney has created a rift among residents.

Voluntary annexation spurs debate

The city will continue discussing a controversial annexation at its meeting, Monday, May 21, including whether to hold an election for a voluntary annexation of 6 acres on the south side of town.

Residents speak in favor, against day care expansion in annexation issue

The public hearing for a voluntary annexation brought comments on both sides of the issue with more than 70 people in attendance at the May 7 Kearney Board of Aldermen meeting.

Deputy sheriff charged with 2 felonies

A former Clay County deputy sheriff has been charged with allegedly receiving stolen property and unlawful use of a weapon, stemming from threats made to a girlfriend. Miles A. Guthrie, 22, of Liberty was charged by the Clay County prosecutor’s office May 17 with one felony count of receiving stolen property valued at more than $500 and with one felony count of use of a weapon in an angry and threatening manner.

With Nixon’s approval, cell phones could be added to no call list

The General Assembly passed legislation Tuesday, May 15, that would allow Missourians to register their cell phones with the state’s “no call list.”

Missouri State Parks encourages participation in Kids to Parks Day

Missouri State Parks encourages all Missourians to get out in a park on National Kids to Parks Day, this Saturday, May 19. This national event is sponsored by the National Park Trust and endorsed by Missouri State Parks

Lawmakers move through bills as session nears end

With less than 48 hours remaining in legislative session, lawmakers in the General Assembly moved through a slew of bills on Wednesday, May 16.

With week left in session, legislative focus unclear

With five days left in session, the Missouri General Assembly will return to the state Capitol Monday, May 14, with an unclear agenda.

Democratic Party state convention set for June 9

The Missouri Democratic Party will hold its 2012 State Convention on Saturday, June 9, at the Lodge of Four Seasons at the Lake of the Ozarks.

Shelter fundraiser draws steady crowd

Louisburg High School to hold commencement

Staff members recognized

Garage sale success

Vacancies open to public

Pratt now must pay punitive damages

City Hall renovation work to start

Graduation set for Saturday

County Tracker - May 23, 2012

Officials from all across Miami County and neighboring areas gathered in Paola on Wednesday to discuss the future of Kansas Highway 68.

Paola farmers' market opens its season

Dorsett bids farewell to Osawatomie clinic

For most people, Jeff Dorsett has been much more than a doctor. He’s been a neighbor, a customer or a friend. He has been a frequent fixture on the sidelines at athletic events or a friendly face in the grocery store. And it isn’t something that has happened by accident.

Residents rally for slain airman

The nation has watched in dread and anticipation as the events surrounding the disappearance of Clinton Reeves unfolded after the 22-year-old airman went missing from an Alaska Air Force Base in April.

Residents challenge liquor sale ordinance

Fontana Post Office no longer facing closure

Employment services set high bar

Employment Services Supervisor Missy McGaw cited a recent study conducted by Johnson and Johnson for the Department of Mental Health. Released earlier this year, the survey ranked Tri-County as the top overall community mental health center in Missouri for placing clients in jobs. The organization was also ranked third in terms of the number of placements relative to the number clients served.

Deputy sheriff charged with 2 felonies

A former Clay County deputy sheriff has been charged with allegedly receiving stolen property and unlawful use of a weapon, stemming from threats made to a girlfriend. Miles A. Guthrie, 22, of Liberty was charged by the Clay County prosecutor’s office May 17 with one felony count of receiving stolen property valued at more than $500 and with one felony count of use of a weapon in an angry and threatening manner.

Trash recycling needs more participants

A Smithville resident on Woodlawn using a blue recycling tote on May 2.

Dog saves owner from terrible fire

Trauernicht, 1-year-old Chocolate Labrador mix dog, saved his owner Blake Peeler from a horrific fire at 12 Redbud Street in Trimble early in the morning of May 4.

City holds retirement ceremony for Chief

Police Chief Ken Wilson