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A man riding a motorcycle through Warren County died in an early-morning crash on Sunday, June 19, according to the Missouri Highway Patrol. John D. Kaeser, 24, of Truxton, was killed in a crash … more

6/20/22

Neighborhoods want city to curb cut-thru traffic

Wright City aldermen are negotiating how to control or reduce cross traffic cutting through two neighborhoods on the northwest side of the city. Aldermen last week said they’ve been … more

Adam Rollins, Staff Writer | 6/20/22

Arming school staff debated at Warren County School Board

Warren County R-III community member and parent Carolyn Spraggs requested the Warren County R-III School Board look into authorizing use of school protection officers in the district during a recent … more

John Rohlf, Staff Writer | 6/17/22

SENIOR SERVICES — Warren County Senior Center Director Sheryl Stefanski discusses her organization’s mission to feed and provide activities for seniors during a nonprofit showcase on June 13.

Nonprofits highlight need to Warrenton business leaders

The growing activity of nonprofit community organizations, and the growing need for their services, were on display at the annual Nonprofit Showcase hosted by the Warrenton Area Chamber of Commerce … more

Adam Rollins, Staff Writer | 6/17/22

CHAMPION RIDER — Ada Ferrell and her horse race across the ring in one of this year’s rodeo competitions. Ferrell earned top-four placements in multiple categories at the state level and is heading to a national junior high finals event.

Teen prepares to take on national rodeo

For Wright City’s Ada Ferrell, being one of the best junior rodeo riders in the state has been a lifelong endeavor. Next week, she travels to see how she fares against the best young riders in … more

Adam Rollins, Staff Writer | 6/17/22

Warrenton plans to raise water and sewer fees 4%

The Warrenton Board of Aldermen plans to increase water and sewer fees by 4 percent in August, continuing a practice of annual cost increases for the services. Aldermen discussed the rate … more

Adam Rollins, Staff Writer | 6/17/22

NECAC offers summer utility bill assistance

The North East Community Action Corporation (NECAC) is reminding residents that the summer portion of the Energy Crisis Intervention Program began June 1. NECAC still has more than $1.4 million in … more

6/17/22

Greyhound wants stop in Wright City

Wright City aldermen say they recently were contacted by a representative of the Greyhound bus company, who wanted to get input on the possibility of setting up a bus stop in Wright … more

Adam Rollins, Staff Writer | 6/15/22

NECAC going to four-day work week

All North East Community Action Corporation (NECAC) locations will go to a four-day work week starting Aug. 1. The facilities will be open from 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mondays through Thursdays. … more

6/15/22

Warrenton student speakers Issiah Jones and Thomas Ray comment on how much life can change in a short time and remind their classmates of the difficulties they’ve overcome in the past four years.

Warrenton seniors reminded to make the best of their time

Few students have had quite as many lessons about how much life can change in a day than Warrenton High School’s Class of 2022. Although the COVID pandemic has loomed over education for two … more

Adam Rollins, Staff Writer | 6/15/22

Marthasville working to update decades-old federal census map

The Marthasville Board of Aldermen is hiring professional surveying company Lewis-Bade to update a map of the city kept by the U.S. Census Bureau, city officials said, after previously learning that … more

Adam Rollins, Staff Writer | 6/14/22

Tessa Friedman is taking over as director of the Warrenton High School band program.

New band director takes over at Warrenton High School

After serving as the band director at Blackhawk Middle School for four years, Tessa Friedman is moving up to take the reins of the Warrenton High School band program. Warrenton High School … more

John Rohlf, Staff Writer | 6/14/22

Wright City will repave busy stretch of Bell Road

The Wright City government has hired a contractor to strip the surface layer and repave the most-used portion of Bell Road, at a cost of about $81,600. The project was awarded to Mid Rivers … more

Adam Rollins, Staff Writer | 6/13/22

Rules for UTVs on county roads get an update

The Warren County Commission this week approved new regulations regarding the operation of utility vehicles (UTVs) and other small recreational off-highway vehicles, often referred to as … more

6/13/22

Man accused of firing gun from moving vehicle

An area man is being held at the Warren County Jail without bond after being arrested on accusations that he discharged a firearm from a moving vehicle while driving along Highway M. Warren County … more

6/13/22

Workers at the Agape food pantry in Warrenton stock and organize shelves where clients can pick out grocery items that they need.

Food pantries struggle with rising demand

At a time when families are dealing with a rise in price on food necessities, two local food pantries say they’re seeing a surging number of struggling clients in recent months. At the same … more

Adam Rollins, Staff Writer | 6/10/22

This computer rendering shows the basic exterior layout of a proposed 500,000-square-foot beef processing plant outside Foristell.

Here's how AFG says it will prevent headaches from its beef plant

During public hearings about whether Wisconsin-based American Foods Group (AFG) should be allowed to establish an industrial-scale beef processing plant in Warren County, a wide range of concerns … more

Adam Rollins, Staff Writer | 6/10/22

Alejandra Salazar was presented with the Senior Wildcat of the Year award by Principal Matt Brooks during the school’s commencement ceremony held Friday, June 3.

Wright City Seniors persevere through challenging school career

Wright City Class of 2022 graduates and faculty speaker Bill Schaffer highlighted the perseverance of the class in dealing with COVID-19 for a good portion of their high school years during their … more

John Rohlf, Staff Writer | 6/9/22

This computer rendering shows the basic exterior layout of a proposed 500,000-square-foot beef processing plant near Foristell.

Beef plant permit upheld in appeal

The Warren County Commission has voted to uphold an operating permit for a beef plant to be built outside Foristell, while setting extra conditions to address the concerns of neighboring homeowners. … more

Adam Rollins, Staff Writer | 6/8/22

Compost yard near Marthasville granted 19-month test run

A composting business getting started in southern Warren County has been granted permission to operate by the county government, but there’s a catch. Property owner Richard DeLoach was granted … more

Adam Rollins, Staff Writer | 6/7/22

Truesdale builder wants extra tax for new subdivision

A home building company looking to erect 200 new houses in Truesdale is asking the city government to help subsidize the cost of neighborhood construction with a special tax, city officials said last … more

Adam Rollins, Staff Writer | 6/6/22

New cost estimates for Wright City school construction

The Wright City R-II School Board is reviewing revised cost estimates for construction of a new high school and other upcoming projects. Eric Wilson of Bond Architects presented the school board … more

John Rohlf, Staff Writer | 6/3/22

Antiquated disorderly conduct law replaced in Wright City

Rules against swearing in public or uttering “abusive language” toward police officers have been struck down in Wright City after aldermen voted to amend the city’s law against … more

Adam Rollins, Staff Writer | 6/3/22

R-III addressing need for lactation rooms at schools

Later this month, the Warren County R-III School Board will consider a policy for lactation support at district buildings. The board, during its most recent meeting, tabled voting on a … more

John Rohlf, Staff Writer | 6/3/22

Traffic safety program offered for teen drivers and parents

First Impact will host a free 90-minute traffic safety program on Monday, June 6, at 6 p.m. at the Warren County Health Department Fitness Center, 3920 Highway 47. First Impact, a traffic safety … more

6/3/22