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Animal shelter ruling appealed by neighbors

Pendleton-area homeowners living near No Time To Spare Animal Rescue are asking the Warren County Commission to restrict or overturn a ruling allowing the animal shelter to continue operating. No … more

Adam Rollins, Staff Writer | 8/19/22

BOWSER’S CASTLE — Themed on the Super Mario video game series, the Bowser’s Castle field at Good Game Sports Park catches the eye of drivers along Interstate 70 and has driven a lot of early excitement for the new park.

Paintball, airsoft park opens in Truesdale

A unique recreation venue that stirred up a lot of public excitement when it was first announced is now opening its fields for players to enjoy a casual day of paintball and airsoft battles. Good … more

Adam Rollins, Staff Writer | 8/19/22

State Senate nominee aims for accountability

By Adam RollinsStaff Writer For Republican nominee Ben Brown, bringing restraint and accountability to the state government is a major policy goal he hopes to carry into the Missouri Senate next … more

Adam Rollins, Staff Writer | 8/19/22

Stock image of an example tiny home. The structures can come in many different shapes and designs.

Advocates push for ‘tiny homes’ to be allowed in county

Advocates for affordable housing are encouraging the Warren County planning and zoning board to approve a proposal to allow construction of so-called “tiny homes” in certain areas of the … more

Adam Rollins, Staff Writer | 8/12/22

Warrenton will ban streetside money collecting

Warrenton aldermen signaled last week that they plan to prohibit anyone from collecting donations from drivers on city streets. An ordinance to be presented to the board of aldermen as soon as … more

Adam Rollins, Staff Writer | 8/12/22

Wright City schools confront 21% staff turnover

The Wright City R-II School Board is discussing how to analyze recent staff turnover data and how to move forward as a district. Wright City R-II Assistant Superintendent Jeremy Way presented the … more

John Rohlf, Staff Writer | 8/12/22

ANIMAL RESCUE – Volunteers at No Time To Spare Animal Rescue in Pendleton examine dogs that were recovered from run-down homes in Hawk Point and Warrenton. A total of about 50 dogs were recovered from deplorable conditions.

Animal rescue takes in dozens of dogs from two run-down homes

No Time To Spare Animal Rescue in Pendleton was recently involved in the recovery of dozens of dogs that volunteers say were living in deplorable conditions at homes in Hawk Point and … more

8/12/22

50-YEAR FIREFIGHTER – Volunteer firefighter Frank Dieckman, center, receives a custom-crafted award for 50 years of service with Warrenton Fire Protection District. Presenting the award are Chief Anthony Hayeslip and Assistant Chief Keith Smith.

Warrenton firefighter celebrated for 50 years of volunteer service

This year marks a milestone in local emergency service that Warrenton firefighters wonder if they’ll see again in their lifetime: volunteer firefighter Frank Dieckman has been responding to … more

Adam Rollins, Staff Writer | 8/11/22

Major apartment complex coming to Wright City

Plans for an apartment complex on Bell Road containing 234 living units were approved by the Wright City Board of Aldermen last week after a lengthy debate about whether the development would worsen … more

Adam Rollins, Staff Writer | 8/8/22

PREPARED FOR RESCUE — Warrenton firefighters demonstrate the life vests, suit and rigid inflatable boat that are involved in swiftwater rescues. Pictured, from left, are junior firefighter Ashton Dabbs, firefighter Justin Mosher, Capt. Matt Dabbs, and firefighter Nolan Patterson. Capt. Dabbs and Mosher were on the boat during last week’s rescue, along with Chief Arron Lee of Winfield-Foley Fire District.

Lifesaving flood rescue was the result of training, preparation

During heavy rains and flash flooding last week, one local rescue call put dramatic emphasis on the types of incidents that emergency responders don’t see very often, but are a matter of life … more

Adam Rollins, Staff Writer | 8/5/22

Creekside housing complex will add almost 150 new living units

A major expansion to the Creekside Apartments on the North Service Road in Warrenton was approved in July, adding 148 living units and 24 acres to the planned development of the area. The … more

Adam Rollins, Staff Writer | 8/5/22

Nonprofit’s cafe side business gets earful for skipping permit

A nonprofit vehicle service in Truesdale hopes to have many positive interactions with community members thanks to a new coffee shop located inside the business. The shop’s opening, however, … more

Adam Rollins, Staff Writer | 8/5/22

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