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Escaped fugitive apprehended in Jonesburg

Escaped fugitive Steven Woodson was apprehended in Jonesburg this afternoon. more

By Jack Underwood, Staff Writer | 7/10/24

Schraer Heating and Air Conditioning co-owner Jake Nielson poses with the Heritage Mark at the Schraer office in Warrenton. Nielson and three other partners bought the company from Gary Scott and Bill Woolf in November.

New owners at Schraer strive for success

Schraer Heating and Air Conditioning has been under new ownership for almost a year now, but their mission remains the same. more

By Theo Tate, Montgomery Standard | 7/10/24

Wright City board denies zoning change for apartment complex

The apartment complex would have been located on Highway J north of the service road. more

By Jack Underwood, Staff Writer | 7/10/24

Mercy holds roundtable discussion for potential Wentzville hospital

Officials from Mercy met with community leaders from the tri-county area last week to discuss the community's needs as they move forward with a new hospital in Wentzville. more

By Jack Underwood, Staff Writer | 7/8/24

Attorney General Bailey obtains 150-year sentence for Warren County sex offender for failure to register

Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey announced that his office assisted the Warren County Prosecuting Attorney in obtaining a 150-year prison sentence for Michael Moll due to his repeated failure to register as a sex offender. more

7/8/24

Marthasville board discusses park security cameras at June meeting

The cameras, which were purchased during the board's February meeting, still have not arrived. more

By Jack Underwood, Staff Writer | 7/6/24

Wright City R-II provides free meals throughout July

The Wright City R-II School District will be back once again to provide free meals to children throughout the entire month of July. This will be the second year the district has arranged this. … more

By Kelly Bowen, Staff Writer | 7/5/24

Marthasville board approves 2024-25 fiscal year budget

The Marthasville Board of Aldermen approved their 2024-25 fiscal year budget at their June 19 meeting. more

By Jack Underwood, Staff Writer | 7/5/24

Bailey Schneider waves to her friends and family in the crowd after she was crowned the 2024 Warren County Fair queen during a coronation ceremony held Sunday, June 30.

Fair queen achieves lifelong dream

Ever since she was a little girl, Bailey Schneider has dreamt of becoming the Warren County Fair queen. It was not the carnival rides or the livestock auction that Schneider looked forward … more

By Kelly Bowen, Staff Writer | 7/4/24

Chris Berger was honored for his time serving in the Wright City R-II School District at his last board of education meeting on June 27.

Wright City says goodbye to Chris Berger

Nearly four years ago, Chris Berger arrived for his first day at Wright City R-II School District as the new superintendent. It was July 2020 and times were still uncertain. Four years later, Berger … more

By Kelly Bowen, Staff Writer | 7/3/24

Truesdale board approves housing development after public hearing

The Truesdale Board of Aldermen held a public hearing before their June 26 meeting last week to hear from citizens about a proposed apartment development. more

By Jack Underwood, Staff Writer | 7/3/24

Gerry Prouhet works on refurbishing one of the headstones that had fallen in the cemetery. To fix the ones that have fallen, Prouhet creates a sort of cradle to hold the fallen headstone that is then placed next to the grave.

Efforts are underway to refurbish Harmonie Church Cemetery

The Historic Harmonie Church and Wedding Chapel is undergoing cemetery renovations. more

By Jack Underwood, Staff Writer | 6/30/24

Fair Board, 4-Hers preparing for County Fair

The 2024 Warren Country Fair will officially begin with the fair parade and queen coronation this Sunday, June 30. more

By Jack Underwood, Staff Writer | 6/29/24

Voter registration deadline for Aug. 6 election approaches

July 10 is the deadline for resident to register to vote to be eligible to vote in the Tuesday, August 6 election. more

6/29/24

Elisabeth Lum delivers her presentation on the proposed Dollar General site plan to the Warrenton board.

Warrenton Board of Aldermen hears plans for an additional Dollar General

The Warrenton Board of Aldermen heard from a group representing Dollar General at their June 18 meeting. more

By Jack Underwood, Staff Writer | 6/28/24

Wright City board continues to consider zoning measures

For the second consecutive meeting, the Wright City Board of Aldermen has had to consider property owners looking to build a home in one of the city's C-4 commercial districts. more

By Jack Underwood, Staff Writer | 6/27/24

Royal Pets offers a variety of small animals and fish for sale for first-time or experienced pet owners, including parakeets.

Royal Pets opens in Warrenton

Royal Pets has opened in the shopping center at the corner of Booneslick Road and Highway 47 in Warrenton. more

By Jack Underwood, Staff Writer | 6/26/24

Following the Commissioners proclamation, attendees gathered for a photo with the plaque and the new Purple Heart County signs.

Warren County certified as Purple Heart County

Warren County is now officially a Purple Heart County. more

By Jack Underwood, Staff Writer | 6/25/24

Wright City approves contract for 2024 firework display

This will be the third year ARC Pyrotechnics Inc. has supplied the fireworks display. more

By Jack Underwood, Staff Writer | 6/24/24

Governor Parson breaks ground on I-70 expansion

Governor Parson breaks ground on historic Improve I-70 Project in Columbia. more

6/24/24

Agape Food Pantry Executive Director Michelle Bernth delivers her report to the Truesdale board.

Truesdale board renews agreement with Agape Food Pantry for warming shelter

The board heard a report from Agape Executive Director Michelle Bernth on the shelter. more

By Jack Underwood, Staff Writer | 6/23/24

Wright City Clerk recognized for career accomplishments

Wright City Clerk Abbie Ogborn was recognized for her career accomplishments at the Wright City board meeting last Thursday. more

By Jack Underwood, Staff Writer | 6/22/24

Innsbrook Board announces candidates for open trustee position

Innsbrook Board Chairman Dan Reuter announced that they received two applications for the open trustee seat. more

By Jack Underwood, Staff Writer | 6/21/24

A rendering of the proposed village hall design was on display at the open house for two hours preceding the meeting.

Innsbrook Board moving forward with new village hall

The Innsbrook board continues to move forward with plans for a new village hall. more

By Jack Underwood, Staff Writer | 6/20/24

Frumpy Joe's employee Twi-Anna Coleman, right, gives change to a customer after purchasing a couple of mugs on June 13. Frumpy Joe's is closing at the end of June.

Frumpy Joe's plans to close at the end of June

The restaurant, known for its fried chicken, roast beef and sirloin steak, will be closing at the end of the month. more

By Theo Tate, Montgomery Standard | 6/20/24