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County set to consider rules for ‘tiny homes’

Members of Warren County’s planning and zoning board are set to begin a discussion this month about the possibility of allowing ‘tiny home’ developments, and the regulations that … more

Adam Rollins, Staff Writer | 4/18/22

STAFF OF THE YEAR — Elisabeth Thompson, left, and Whitney Schuenemeyer, center, were named as Wright City R-II’s support staff member and teacher of the year. Pictured with them as they receive their awards is Principal Matt Brooks.

'Relentlessly positive': Teacher and staff of the year named in Wright City

Wright City R-II School District is celebrating two standout staff members this spring with the announcement of the district’s teacher and support staff of the year: Whitney Schuenemeyer and … more

Adam Rollins, Staff Writer | 4/15/22

RE-ELECTED — Mary Groeper and Austin Jones, seen here during a recent school advocacy visit to Jefferson City, are reflecting on what they can learn from the results of their most recent re-election.

Wright City R-II incumbents learn from close electoral race

Mary Groeper and Austin Jones have won re-election to the Wright City R-II School Board after a close race against two challenger candidates. Following the results of last week’s voting, the … more

Adam Rollins, Staff Writer | 4/14/22

Warrenton losing patience with sidewalk project contractor

Warrenton city leaders want answers about when the contractor hired to build a sidewalk along North Highway 47 will finish the work, and when parts of the new sidewalk already damaged by stormwater … more

Adam Rollins, Staff Writer | 4/13/22

Wright City debates rules for new subdivisions

With an ongoing wave of new housing development in Wright City expected to continue for the foreseeable future, city leaders are engaged in a review of how the city’s neighborhoods could have … more

Adam Rollins, Staff Writer | 4/11/22

Stracks Church interchange plans advancing

A proposal to build a new Interstate 70 interchange at Stracks Church Road in Wright City will soon be the focus of talks with state highway planners, city leaders have recently indicated. A … more

Adam Rollins, Staff Writer | 4/8/22

Farmers Market begins this month

The Warren County Farmers and Artisans Market will return in late April to bring fresh produce, flowers and hand-made crafts to the Warrenton and Wright City communities. Market events will begin on … more

4/8/22

County leaders mostly unopposed for re-election later this year

Warren County government elections later this year are shaping up to be some of the least eventful in recent memory, with only a single candidate signed up to run for all but one county-level elected … more

Adam Rollins, Staff Writer | 4/7/22

SCHOOL SUPPORT — Volunteers John Meier and David Avis display a framed Warrenton High School banner, one of dozens of items that were auctioned Saturday, April 2, at the WISE Foundation fundraiser in Warrenton. The event collects money for student scholarships.

WISE Foundation raises over $80,000 for student scholarships

WISE Foundation, the community fundraising organization that supports Warrenton-area education, celebrated a monumental success in the return of its annual fundraiser this year, selling out tickets … more

Adam Rollins, Staff Writer | 4/7/22

Truesdale aldermen reappointed by voters

Truesdale's two aldermen up for re-election this year secured more than enough votes to stay in office for another two-year term. Aldermen Mike Thomas and Joe Brooks were on the ballot in the … more

4/5/22

ELECTION: Tidal wave of support for Wright City school construction

Voters delivered an overwhelming vote of confidence to the Wright City School District on Tuesday, handily passing two ballot propositions to fund construction of a new high school and other school … more

4/5/22

Incumbents, retired teacher take clear wins for R-III Board

Warrenton-area voters broke heavily in favor of established school board members and a retired educator during local school board elections on April 5. Incumbents Ginger Schenck and Sarah Janes … more

4/5/22

Wright City School incumbents clinch hotly contested race

In what ended up being an extremely close race for office, two Wright City School Board members will retain their offices following Tuesday's elections. Austin Jones and Mary Groeper were both … more

4/5/22

ELECTIONS: DeVore leads Marthasville election by one vote

If you've ever been told that your one vote counts when it comes to elections, this is the proof. Marthasville Alderman Christopher DeVore finished election voting on Tuesday with one vote ahead … more

4/5/22

ELECTIONS: Miller returns as Warrenton alderman

In a tight race with low voter turnout, former Alderman Gary Miller is now future Alderman Gary Miller after the longtime public servant won the election in Warrenton Ward 3 on Tuesday. 167 voters … more

4/5/22

Truesdale allows UTVs and golf carts on city streets

The city of Truesdale is the latest town in the area to remove its prohibition on certain types of small, recreational vehicles on city streets. The Truesdale Board of Aldermen on March 23 voted … more

Adam Rollins, Staff Writer | 4/4/22

Local history buffs invited to Country Store Corridor event

On Thursday, April 7, the Warren County Historical Society will host a presentation by Dan Burkhardt, founder of Magnificent Missouri, on “History and Conservation Along Highway 94.” The … more

4/1/22

LICENSE PLATE READER — This photo, shown on the Flock Safety website, displays a motion-activated camera connected to a computer network that can automatically record identifying information about passing vehicles.

Wright City debates surveillance cameras that can track license plates

A proposal to install smart cameras that can identify license plate and vehicle information has Wright City leaders debating benefits to public safety versus risks to personal privacy. Police … more

4/1/22

Marthasville awards $1.6 million in contracts for new well, tank construction

The city of Marthasville has awarded more than $1.6 million in contracts to three companies who will build a new well and water tank capable of serving the entire town for decades to come. The … more

4/1/22

Police bust pot trafficker, get viral rashing on Facebook

A “job well done” message from the Wright City Police Department last week, informing local residents of a significant marijuana trafficking arrest, unintentionally received viral … more

Adam Rollins, Staff Writer | 4/1/22

ELECTIONS: Candidate profiles for April 5

Elections for local city governments, school boards, and emergency service districts will be held this Tuesday, April 5. Each election, we ask the candidates in competitive races to complete a … more

3/31/22

Architectural plans for the first phase of construction at the proposed new Wright City High School.

New high school's 'extra' features estimated to cost $18M

When Wright City-area voters go to the polls April 5, they’ll face two ballot questions about funding for the Wright City R-II School District to build a new high school and do several smaller … more

Adam Rollins, Staff Writer | 3/28/22

PARTIALLY DEMO’D — A demolition contractor is partway through removal of the derelict hat factory in Marthasville. This file photo shows the demolition progress in early March.

Hat factory will be completely demolished after another heated debate

The Marthasville Board of Aldermen voted last week to proceed with full demolition of the town’s derelict hat factory building rather than retaining a portion of the facility for … more

3/25/22

The planned location for a Scooter's Coffee drive-thru is on Highway 47 in Warrenton, just south of the I-70 interchange and the SSM Health office.

Scooter's Coffee chain bringing store to Warrenton

Scooter’s Coffee, a national chain of small, drive-thru coffee shops is opening a franchise location in Warrenton, offering to fill an often noted gap in on-the-go food offerings of the … more

Adam Rollins, Staff Writer | 3/24/22

VEGAS COMES TO TOWN — Attendees at the annual Blue and Gold dinner on Saturday were enthusiastic about the Las Vegas theme for the event, coming with their own in-theme outfits. Pictured in the event’s photo area are, in front, Mackenzie Lewis, Hannah Heath, Katie Bain, Katie Pall, and Alicia Hallemann. In back are Kyle Lewis, Chance Ludy, Gus Wehmeier, Brice Pall, and Dustin Ludy.

Blue and Gold sees major rebound in scholarship funding

After two years of working remotely with supporters to collect donations for student scholarships, the group of volunteers who organize the Blue and Gold annual fundraiser brought their signature … more

Adam Rollins, Staff Writer | 3/24/22