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Local 4-H Volunteer names as Franklin Graham Award recipient

Jess Jordan, a Warren County resident, is the club leader for County Line 4-H. more

By Jack Underwood, Staff Writer | 4/29/24

Marthasville Board of Aldermen discuss ongoing water line projects in monthly meeting

During their April 17 meeting the Marthasville Board of Aldermen discussed park projects as well as the progress of their ongoing initiatives to update the city’s infrastructure. more

By Jack Underwood, Staff Writer | 4/27/24

Wright City Board of Aldermen hears plans for Proposition R funds

During their April 11 meeting the board met with Cochran Engineering to hear their proposal for the expansion of Roelker Road. more

By Jack Underwood, Staff Writer | 4/26/24

Wright City Board of Aldermen approve cemetery grant, liquor license at April 11 meeting

The board approved a grant request for the cemetery to purchase four new trees among other measures. more

By Jack Underwood, Staff Writer | 4/25/24

Truesdale Board of Aldermen hear proposal for new subdivision

Truesdale board hears proposal on new subdivision within city limits. more

By Jack Underwood, Staff Writer | 4/25/24

Newly elected Innsbrook Trustee resigns

A recently elected Innsbrook Trustee has resigned. more

By Jack Underwood, Staff Writer | 4/24/24

Cuivre River Electric Cooperative Board of Directors nominations close May 7

Cuivre River Electric Cooperative seeks interested and qualified candidates for four, three-year term seats on its Board of Directors. more

4/23/24

Truesdale to hold public hearing on proposed motocross track

The public hearing will take place on April 24 at 5 p.m. in the MaryLou Center. more

By Jack Underwood, Staff Writer | 4/22/24

Elks members submitted the donation to the Warren County Backstoppers Association.

Elks Lodge makes donations to local organizations

The Elks made donations to the Warrenton High School FFA, the Warren County Backstoppers and Holy Rosary Catholic School. more

By Jack Underwood, Staff Writer | 4/21/24

Warren County R-III reorganizes board following election

The Warren County R-III School Board conducted its reorganization process during its monthly meeting on April 11. more

By Kelly Bowen, Correspondent | 4/20/24

Warren County R-III officials including Assistant Superintendent Brad Ross (fourth from the left) and Superintendent Gregg Klinginsmith (third from middle left) were present to receive the designation at the State Capitol.

Warren County R-III receives Purple Star designation

Warren County R-III and its schools received a Purple Star designation from the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education. more

By Jack Underwood, Staff Writer | 4/19/24

Truesdale police chief outlines plans for Truesdale Question funding

Truesdale Police Chief outlines his goals for the funds from the recently passed sales tax measure. more

By Jack Underwood, Staff Writer | 4/19/24

Nancy Inman delivers her remarks at the meeting.

Innsbrook Board postpones vote on Wags and Whiskers Animal Shelter

The Innsbrook Board of Trustees met on April 9 to discuss the Wags and Whiskers Animal Shelter and their septic lagoon. more

By Jack Underwood, Staff Writer | 4/18/24

Appeals Court upholds convictions in triple murder case

The Eastern District Court of Appeals upheld multiple felony convictions against a Montgomery County man stemming from a 2014 Valentine’s Day triple murder. more

By Tim Schmidt, Publisher | 4/17/24

Warren County R-III Teacher of the Year Beth Weir gives a Pre-Algebra lesson to one of her eighth grade math classes.

Warren County R-III names Teacher of the Year

Beth Weir is a middle school math teacher and was named Warren County R-III Teacher of the Year. more

By Jack Underwood, Staff Writer | 4/13/24

MoDOT to close lanes on I-70 and I-64 for surveying work

The Improve I-70 Project #2 covering the eastern portion of I-70 between Warrenton and Wentzville is tentatively set for bid in late 2024. more

4/12/24

Mayor Eric Schleuter (right) and Alderman Jack Crump (left) at the meeting.

Warrenton Board of Aldermen vote to sell city property, among other measures

Following their work session on the evening of April 2 the Warrenton Board of Aldermen also held their regular meeting and addressed several measures of note. more

By Jack Underwood, Staff Writer | 4/12/24

Students at Wright City East Elementary gathered outside with parents and teachers with their protective eyewear to view Monday afternoon’s eclipse.

Eyes on the Sky: Wright City East Elementary Students view partial eclipse

Wright City East Elementary students were temporarily released from class to view the eclipse Monday afternoon. more

By Jack Underwood, Staff Writer | 4/12/24

Interstate 70 Expansion Project Director Kim Trainor (left) and Deputy Director Chris Kelly (right) discuss the interstate with the Warrenton Board of Aldermen.

Warrenton Board of Aldermen discuss I-70 Expansion, Pinckney Property in work session

The Warrenton Board of Aldermen met for a work session meeting the evening of April 2 before their meeting last week. more

By Jack Underwood, Staff Writer | 4/11/24

Confluence Rivers to acquire Lake Sherwood water and sewer systems

The Missouri Public Service Commission has approved the acquisition of Lake Sherwood water and sewer systems by Confluence Rivers. more

4/9/24

Nearly 20 years later, travelers still remember Big Boy’s Restaurant in Wright City

Travelers and Missouri locals bonded over fried chicken for over 80 years at Big Boy’s Restaurant. The restaurant-turned-institution has the unlikeliest of beginnings. more

By the Warren County Historical Society | 4/8/24

Bria Prince, special education teacher at Wright City West Elementary School, was recently named Teacher of the Year in the Wright City School District. Prince is in her second year of teaching. She helps students fill in deficits in the areas of math, reading and writing. Prince has chosen to return to her hometown and give back to her community.

Wright City R-II names Teacher of Year

Bria Prince was named the Wright City R-II Teacher of the Year. more

By Cindy Gladden, Correspondent | 4/8/24

Wright City R-II to offer expanded childcare services

In the 2024-25 school year, the Wright City R-II School District will offer childcare services to families in need on late start Mondays starting at 7:15 a.m. until the start of the official school … more

By Kelly Bowen, Correspondent | 4/5/24

County offering dust suppression program

The effort is meant to mitigate the effects of dust on county roads. more

4/5/24

Warrenton Fire District once again fails to pass funding measures

The Warrenton Fire Protection District once again failed to pass funding measures. more

By Jack Underwood, Staff Writer | 4/4/24