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VACATION RENTALS OPEN — “The Historian,” a studio unit with a full bathroom, is just one of the themed vacation rentals in the historical Marthasville Hardware Store, now known as The Outpost. Christy and Brian Housley have done extensive renovations to the old hardware building on Depot Street in Marthasville. Three rental units are now open in the building.

Vacation rentals open in historic Marthasville Hardware building

The Outpost, also known as the historical Marthasville Hardware Store, has opened its doors to its first themed vacation rental suites, which include “The Wineaux,” “The … more

Cindy Gladden, Correspondent | 8/4/22

Three candidates dominate elections

In races for three county- and state-level primary elections, three candidates took ahold of dominant leads early in the local vote counting and didn’t slow down. Jeff Myers, Ben Brown, and … more

Adam Rollins, Staff Writer | 8/2/22

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

Beef plant construction to begin in August

American Foods Group LLC (AFG) has secured final backing and is ready to begin construction of their new, state-of-the-art beef harvest facility located in eastern Warren County. The anticipated … more

8/1/22

Warrenton revisits rules for housing, apartment zoning

The city of Warrenton is making significant adjustments to its rules for high-density housing developments, particularly for multi-family structures such as apartment buildings. The board of … more

Adam Rollins, Staff Writer | 8/1/22

State and county election candidate profiles

Primary elections for party nominations for the Missouri State House of Representatives, Missouri State Senate, and Warren County elected offices will be held this Tuesday, Aug. 2. Each election, we … more

7/29/22

SHELTER VISITOR — A member of a St. Charles County Girl Scout troop learns how to safely greet dogs during a 2021 visit to No Time To Spare Animal Rescue near Pendleton.

Animal shelter granted preliminary approval

Warren County’s planning and zoning board chose to allow an unusual compromise last week to resolve the issue of an animal shelter operating without a county conditional use permit (CUP). No … more

Adam Rollins, Staff Writer | 7/29/22

NURSE FOR SENATE — Merry-Noella Skaggs, of Pacific, a candidate for Missouri State Senate, describes how COVID vaccine mandates negatively impacted her career, while a lack of state requirements for healthcare staffing negatively harms patients. Skaggs was one of a dozen candidates who spoke at a forum in Warrenton Tuesday.

Candidates make their case to voters

Candidates for regional state and federal officers are making their case to local voters in the final weeks before primary elections on Aug. 2. Public forums in Wright City on July 19 and Warrenton … more

Adam Rollins, Staff Writer | 7/28/22

Warrenton raises water rates, seeks funds for expansion

The Warrenton Board of Aldermen voted unanimously on July 5 to approve a 4-percent increase to fees for water and sewer service. The small cost increases have become an annual policy as Warrenton … more

Adam Rollins, Staff Writer | 7/25/22

Truesdale green lights first new neighborhood in 16 years

Truesdale city leaders were relatively nonchalant last week as they gave preliminary support to a housing development that represents a big expansion for the small town. The city’s Board … more

Adam Rollins, Staff Writer | 7/25/22

VOLUNTEER SEARCH TEAM — The Mid-Missouri Search Dogs gathered Saturday, July 9, on the grounds of Charrette Baptist Church in Marthasville, to practice essential search and rescue skills with their canine counterparts. The volunteers help aid first responder agencies in searching for lost persons or for human remains in a variety of environments and weather conditions. Pictured from left, are Laura Langton with Gimli; Jennifer Poindexter with Ellie; Glenda Eichmeyer with Juno and Athena; Shane Wohler with Xena; and Jackie Bross with Ace.

Search and rescue dogs train in Marthasville

Dogs have one of the most sensitive noses on earth. According to the American Kennel Club, a dog’s nose contains approximately 225 million scent receptors, compared to the human nose, which … more

Cindy Gladden, Correspondent | 7/25/22

New high school approved by Wright City aldermen

The Wright City Board of Aldermen has granted a permit for construction of the city’s new high school, but will require the Wright City R-II School District to build a turn lane on Roelker Road … more

Adam Rollins, Staff Writer | 7/25/22

WORLD WAR II MEMORIAL — Veteran brothers Orville and Vincent Ruether, center, were among the attendees to an honor flight visit to Washington, D.C. They were joined by family members Kim Tarlas, left, and Cheryl Pisane, right.

Salute to service: Veterans honored with flight to tour capitol monuments

It’s been many years since Orville and Vincent Ruether wore the uniforms of active duty military men. But with a recent trip to the heart of military honors and memory in Washington, D.C., they … more

Adam Rollins, Staff Writer | 7/25/22

MoDOT plans $22M work here over 5 years

A statewide transportation improvement plan released by the Missouri Highways and Transportation Commission shows over $22 million in maintenance, engineering and construction planned for Warren … more

Adam Rollins, Staff Writer | 7/15/22

Wright City R-II rethinking how students are graded

The Wright City R-II School District is considering changing the grading formula at its middle school and high school. Assistant Superintendent Doug Smith in June presented the Wright City Board … more

John Rohlf, Staff Writer | 7/15/22

Wright City R-II district passes $31M budget for this year

The Wright City R-II School Board has approved a $31.8 million fiscal year 2023 budget. Projected revenues for fiscal year 2023 are $28.3 million. The district expects to end the fiscal year … more

John Rohlf, Staff Writer | 7/15/22

‘Tiny home’ rules are topic of July 21 hearing

Warren County’s planning and zoning board will begin discussion next week about whether the county should allow development of ‘tiny home’ neighborhoods, and what regulations that … more

Adam Rollins, Staff Writer | 7/15/22

OUTSTANDING AUCTION — An exhibitor brings a steer up for sale at the July 7 livestock auction at the Warren County Fair. Over $447,000 was brought in by 167 youth exhibitors.

Another booming year of support for ag youth

Warren County’s agricultural community is celebrating another great year at the Warren County Fair after a week of animal shows and fun events that included an outpouring of financial support … more

Adam Rollins, Staff Writer | 7/15/22

R-III plans $44M budget for next year

The Warren County R-III School Board recently approved a budget for the district’s 2022-2023 school year. The budget projects about $44.2 million in expenditures and about $41.3 million in … more

John Rohlf, Staff Writer | 7/12/22

School district responds to questions about approach to bullying

In response to community complaints about how bullying is disciplined at Wright City R-II schools, district officials last week outlined how administrators handle incidents. Assistant … more

John Rohlf, Staff Writer | 7/11/22

MOTEL TO RENTALS — The Relax Inn on Arlington Way in Warrenton will be converted into efficiency apartments for senior residents. The floorplan of the units will remain relatively unchanged, according to the new proprietors.

Motel converting to senior housing

New proprietors of a motel on Arlington Way in Warrenton are converting the building complex into efficiency apartments for senior residents. Lysa and Darren Stiern, of Warrenton, received … more

Adam Rollins, Staff Writer | 7/8/22

Wright City wants to upgrade Roelker Road through grant

Wright City leaders fear Roelker Road, the street leading to the sites of a future new high school and expanding housing development, is at risk of collapsing without significant intervention. The … more

Adam Rollins, Staff Writer | 7/8/22

QUEEN’S COURT — A new fair queen and court were coronated Sunday night at the start of the Warren County Fair. Payton Duncan, pictured in front, was named queen. With her, from left, are third runner-up Kelsey Miller, second runner-up Allison Duncan, and first runner-up/Miss Congeniality Britney Gifford.

2022 Fair Queen Payton Duncan eager to be role model like previous queens were for her

A new queen has been crowned in Warren County. In an annual tradition marked by pageantry and cheers, Payton Duncan was named the 2022 Warren County fair queen at a coronation ceremony on … more

7/6/22

Parking on your lawn is now a ticketable offense in Warrenton

Warrenton residents who keep their spare vehicles parked on their lawn may soon be getting a visit and a warning from city code enforcement officers after aldermen last week declared such parking to … more

Adam Rollins, Staff Writer | 7/6/22

OPERATING COSTS — This graph shows how nearly $9 million in operating expenses for the next year are allocated among the city of Warrenton’s different departments. Separately, the city is also budgeting about $6 million for major projects and equipment purchases, and about $3 million for debt payments.

Warrenton plans $18 million budget, will use COVID relief funds for employee raises

The city of Warrenton is taking advantage of federal COVID relief funds to supplement employee raises as part of an $18 million spending plan for the next fiscal year. City aldermen voted 4-0 … more

Adam Rollins, Staff Writer | 7/4/22

VILLA 2 DEDICATION — A duplex containing six apartments with a common room in each is the latest building to be opened at Bethel Hills Community in Dutzow. A dedication of the living area was held Sunday, June 26.

Bethel Hills dedicates villa for inclusive community

A special celebration was held Sunday, June 26, to dedicate Villa 2 at Bethel Hills Community and honor the volunteer craftsmen who dedicated hundreds of hours to make it possible. A year and a … more

Cindy Gladden, Correspondent | 7/1/22