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District 42 Representative Jeff Myers prepares for upcoming legislative session

The Missouri State Legislature will return to session on Jan. 8, and District 42 Representative Jeff Myers has already outlined his goals for the year. more

By Jack Underwood, Staff Writer | 1/4/25

Major Winter Storm Event Forecast for This Weekend

MoDOT warns against any travel during this weekend's anticipated winter weather event. more

1/3/25

The property on Highway 47 in Warrenton where developers plan to construct a new Dobbs Tire and Auto Center. The first steps of that process were taken at the Dec. 17 Warrenton Board of Aldermen meeting where they received approval for a zoning change among other measures.

Dobbs Tire and Auto Center moving forward in Warrenton

The Warrenton Board of Aldermen approved a zoning change request at their Dec. 17 meeting, paving the way for a new Dobbs Tire and Auto Center to open in the city. more

By Jack Underwood, Staff Writer | 1/3/25

Candidate filing continues

Candidate filing for the April 8 municipal elections opened on Dec. 10 and candidates continued to file for open seats until Dec. 31. more

By Jack Underwood, Staff Writer | 1/3/25

Warrenton board approves 2025 budget

The 2025 Warrenton budget was approved at the Dec. 17 board of aldermen meeting, allocating funds for city departments until December of next year. more

By Jack Underwood, Staff Writer | 1/2/25

LOCAL SCENE: upcoming events in Warren County this week

The following is a list of upcoming events in Warren County this week. more

1/2/25

Warrenton board votes to raise pay for aldermen

The Warrenton Board of Aldermen voted to increase aldermen pay from $400 a month, or $4,800 a year, to $600 a month, or $7,200 a year. more

By Jack Underwood, Staff Writer | 1/1/25

Newly elected Warren County Coroner Jason Sides who will step into the role in the new year. He hopes to continue to provide the office’s necessary services and improve its visibility during his tenure.

Jason Sides prepares to step in as County Coroner

Jason Sides will step in as County Coroner in the new year, although he has been working in the office since April, 2023. more

By Jack Underwood, Staff Writer | 1/1/25

Leah Guss, of Truxton, works with Lewis-Bade Inc. in Warrenton as part of their field-to-finish survey crew. She was the first recipient of the St. Louis Chapter of the Missouri Society of Professional Surveyors’ scholarship as she furthers her education at Southern Illinois University-Edwardsville. Pictured, from left: Leah Guss, Scholarship Committee Chairman Josh Saunders and Scholarship Board Members Bob Boyer and Kevin DeSain.

Missouri Society of Professional Surveyors St. Louis Chapter awards first scholarship to Truxton resident

Missouri Society of Professional Surveyors St. Louis Chapter awards first scholarship to Truxton resident more

12/31/24

Warren County college students receive end-of-semester honors at Southeast Missouri State University

The following students were named to the fall 2024 President’s List at Southeast Missouri State University. more

12/31/24

Alzheimer's Support Group starting in Warrenton

Beginning in January 2025, an Alzheimer’s support group will be meeting monthly to give both caregivers and their loved ones an opportunity to share with others and their loved ones who are experiencing dementia. more

12/31/24

Wright City man involved in car accident with pedestrian in St. Louis

A Wright City man, 49, was involved in a car accident with a pedestrian on Interstate 70 in St. Louis on the afternoon of Dec. 28, according to the Missouri State Highway Patrol. more

12/30/24

Warren County 4-H Clubs holding royalty competition

This year, representatives from each of the county community 4-H clubs will raise funds while competing for the honor of being crowned as 4-H Royalty at our Jan. 26 coronation ceremony. more

12/30/24

Warrenton board awards bid for wastewater treatment plant expansion

The Warrenton Board of Aldermen awarded the bid for their upcoming wastewater treatment plant expansion to KCI Construction Company for $16.982 million at their Dec. 17 meeting. more

By Jack Underwood, Staff Writer | 12/29/24

Wright City R-II discontinues evidence based grading

The Wright City R-II Board of Education voted unanimously (5-0) to discontinue evidence-based grading at the middle school and high school on Dec. 19. more

By Kelly Bowen, Staff Writer | 12/29/24

The Marthasville Board of Aldermen plans to regulate parking on parts of West South Street where they have decided it is too narrow to allow the further obstruction of traffic.

Marthasville board plans to prohibit parking on South Street

The Marthasville Board of Aldermen plans to install no parking signs along west South Street in the city from One Street to Highway 47. more

By Jack Underwood, Staff Writer | 12/28/24

Warrenton board holds public hearings on water, sewer rate increases

The Warrenton Board of Aldermen held two public hearings regarding increases to rates for water and sewer services provided by the city at their Dec. 17 meeting. more

By Jack Underwood, Staff Writer | 12/28/24

Warrenton man charged with stalking, harassment

A Warrenton man, Bobby Thomas, 50, was charged with stalking and harassment, both felonies, and trespassing, a misdemeanor, on Dec. 26 after he was seen near the victim’s property by a witness via security cameras. more

12/27/24

Warren County residents lined up to pay their taxes at the County Administration Building on Dec. 19. The deadline to submit county tax payments for this year is Dec. 31.

Tax bills due Dec. 31

Tax bills are due in Warren County no later than Dec. 31. more

By Jack Underwood, Staff Writer | 12/27/24

Wright City R-II Superintendent Dr. Amy Salvo cuts the ribbon to signify the opening of the new Wright City High School on Dec. 21. Students and staff will occupy the building at the start of the second semester on Jan. 7.

Wright City High School to open Jan. 7

After voters overwhelmingly approved Proposition 1967 and 2025 on April 5, 2022, the new Wright City High School building is set to open its doors to students and staff on Jan. 7. more

By Kelly Bowen, Staff Writer | 12/26/24

This property will soon be occupied by a new retail center in Wright City at the corner of Roelker Road and Veterans Memorial Parkway, following the approval of the site plan by the Wright City Board of Aldermen at their Dec. 12 meeting.

Wright City board approves site plan for new retail center

The Wright City Board of Aldermen approved a site plan for a proposed retail center at the corner of Roelker Road and Veterans Memorial Parkway. more

By Jack Underwood, Staff Writer | 12/26/24

LOCAL SCENE: upcoming events in Warren County this week

The following is a list of upcoming events in Warren County this week. more

12/26/24

Students from Marthasville Elementary participated in its annual Christmas singalong Wednesday, Dec. 18. They were led by vocal teacher Jon Logan. Students sang and danced along with popular holiday songs.

Warren County students celebrate Christmas before winter break

Warren County students gathered in gymnasiums and cafeterias on the week of Dec. 16 to celebrate Christmas before they left for winter break. more

By Cindy Gladden, Correspondent, Jack Underwood, Staff Writer | 12/25/24

Candidate filing continues in Warren County

Candidate filing for the April 8 municipal elections is open until Dec. 31. more

By Jack Underwood, Staff Writer | 12/25/24

MU Extension: deck the halls with proper caution

For many, the holiday season would not be complete without evergreens, holly mistletoe and other traditional plants. more

12/24/24