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Ed Petroff of Skyline Towing and Gerald McCombs presented the Wright City Fire Protection District with a joint donation totaling $35,000 that went towards a new regional incident support unit for the district's drone operations. Pictured left to right: Drew Spires, Mike Holtmeier, Jesse McCoy, Brian Stone, Chief Ron MacKnight, Roman Petroff, Ed Petroff, Gerald McCombs, Mayor Michelle Heiliger and Josh Riebe.

Wright City Fire Protection District receives donations toward new regional incident support unit

Gerald McCombs of Truck Center and Ed Petroff of Skyline Towing presented the Wright City Fire Protection District with a joint donation of $35,000. more

By Jack Underwood, Staff Writer | 8/5/24

PHOTO GALLERY: Fat Heads Car Show in Wright City [Photo gallery]

Wright City parks once again hosted the Fat Heads Car Show on Saturday, July 27. more

By Jack Underwood, Staff Writer | 8/5/24

Chad Sommer receives his quilt from family members Nancy McFall and Rose Marie Ohmes. They were also the ones who sewed his quilt.

5 veterans recognized in Quilts of Valor ceremony

Veterans and quilters alike gathered at the Holy Rosary Catholic Church for the mass quilting event and subsequent presentation. more

By Jack Underwood, Staff Writer | 8/3/24

Warrenton Fire Protection District returns to the ballot with bond issue

After failing to pass both a bond measure and tax increase during the previous election, the Warrenton Fire Protection District will return to the ballot in an effort to pass one of their funding measures on Aug. 6. more

By Jack Underwood, Staff Writer | 8/2/24

HIDDEN HEROES: Wright City resident serves veterans through music

In the fourth grade, Dr. Lisa Blackmore picked up the trumpet and instantly knew that it was different from any other instrument. more

By Kelly Bowen, Staff Writer | 8/2/24

Current and former Coroner's office employees squaring off in primary election

In one of the few contested races in the Aug. 6 primary, current Deputy Coroner Jason Sides will be on the ballot against former Deputy Coroner Jodi Hayeslip. more

By Jack Underwood, Staff Writer | 8/1/24

Commissioners candidates push message of unity in Warren County

In one of the few contested races in during the Aug. 6 primary, Dave Mikus and John Miller will compete to fill the District Two seat on the County commission that was vacated by Tom Meyer. more

By Jack Underwood, Staff Writer | 8/1/24

Truesdale experiences drainage issues after July 17 storm

Clogged storm drains and faulty pipes caused a myriad of drainage issues during a storm on July 17. more

By Jack Underwood, Staff Writer | 7/31/24

A landslide on Highway U roughly 10 miles south of Warrenton that has kept the roadway closed since May 9. Money is being allocated through the newly approved Statewide Transportation Improvement Program to repair that slide and is scheduled for construction in early 2025.

MoDOT releases Statewide Transportation Improvement Program for 2025-29

On July 10, the Missouri Highways and Transportation Commission approved the fiscal years 2025-29 Statewide Transportation Improvement Program. more

By Jack Underwood, Staff Writer | 7/29/24

Wright City Alderman Karey Owens fields questions from residents at the meeting.

Options presented on how to fix Indian Head Lodge Drive

A meeting was hosted between Wright City, Warren County and residents on Indian Head Lodge Drive July 17. more

By Jack Underwood, Staff Writer | 7/28/24

Innsbrook board approves budget, including earmarks for new village hall

The Innsbrook Board of Trustees officially approved their budget for fiscal year 2024-25 at their July 9 meeting. more

By Jack Underwood, Staff Writer | 7/27/24

Kansas City man charged with sexual exploitation of a minor in Warren County

Marshall Mayes, 19, of Kansas City was charged with sexual exploitation of a minor and furnishing pornography to a minor in Warren County. more

7/26/24

A car travels along Highway 94 just south of Treloar. Alongside the highway are two entire fields that still sat under two feet of water the day after the storm.

PHOTO GALLERY: Flooding in Treloar and Marthasville [Photo gallery]

Flash flooding from storms last Tuesday left much of southern Warren County underwater. more

By Jack Underwood, Staff Writer | 7/26/24

The flooding was not just confined to Treloar, as parts of Marthasville including the Community Club also experienced significant flooding.

Treloar experienced heavy flooding in July 16 storm

Dave Bakameyer was working in his garage in Treloar on the morning of July 16 when what appeared to be a routine summer storm turned into something much more frightening. more

By Jack Underwood, Staff Writer | 7/26/24

Elizabeth Lum, left, and project engineer Tom Burke, right, in attendance at the July 16 meeting.

Warrenton board unanimously denies proposed Dollar General

The Warrenton Board of Aldermen unanimously denied a proposal for a second Dollar General to be built on the north side of the city. more

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

70% Tax Credits available for qualifying donations to local nonprofit

The Department of Economic Development announced it had awarded 70% tax credits to Bethel Hills through the Neighborhood Assistance Program. more

7/24/24

Luke Gerdeman - Market Rabbit Grand Champion, Market Rabbit Junior Showmanship

PHOTO GALLERY: Warren County Fair Livestock Show Winners [Photo gallery]

Animal showmanship winners from the Warren County Fair. more

By Jack Underwood, Staff Writer | 7/23/24

Presiding Commissioner Joe Gildehaus speaks with County Collector Julie Schaumberg and County Assessor Kathryn Smith at their meeting on July 11.

Warren County commissioners hold discussion on senior property tax freeze

The Warren County Commission continues to discuss a property tax freeze for senior citizens and may be ready to adopt a new ordinance next month. more

By Jack Underwood, Staff Writer | 7/22/24

PHOTO GALLERY: Grand and Reserve Grand Champions at the Warren County Fair [Photo gallery]

Grand and Reserve Grand Champions from the Warren County Fair. more

7/22/24

Alderman Ramiz Hakim questions Public Works Director Kyle Roettger at the July 11 meeting.

Wright City board approves new salt storage facility on City Hall property

Wright City Public Works spend some time at their July 11 meeting getting a head start on preparations for winter. more

By Jack Underwood, Staff Writer | 7/21/24

Amelia Mese, 5, left, and Ryan Hammers, 5, dive down the slip n slide at the event. Mese described the event as "the best day ever."

PHOTO GALLERY: Wright City Summer Splash [Photo gallery]

Wright City held its fifth annual Summer Splash at Diekroeger Park last Saturday. more

By Jack Underwood, Staff Writer | 7/21/24

Cynthia Bowers was sworn in as Innsbrook's newest trustee after she was appointed by the current board members at their June 25 special meeting.

Innsbrook swears in new trustee at July 9 meeting

The Innsbrook Board of Trustees swore in their newly appointed member, Cynthia Bowers at their July 9 meeting. more

By Jack Underwood, Staff Writer | 7/20/24

Wright City board hears report form public works director on upcoming road improvements

Kyle Roettger with Wright City Public Works outlined some upcoming road repairs and improvements that his department looks to complete in the coming weeks. more

By Jack Underwood, Staff Writer | 7/19/24

State Representative Jeff Myers sat down with the Record to discuss the previous legislative session

District 42 State Representative Jeff Myers recounts the previous legislative session. more

By Jack Underwood, Staff Writer | 7/18/24

Alderman Joe Brooks, left, and Mayor Jerry Cannon, right, at the July 10 board meeting.

Truesdale board approves comprehensive plan, contracts with consultant for zoning codes

The Truesdale Board of Aldermen is making progress as they move forward with developing a zoning code following the completion and approval of their comprehensive plan at their June 26 meeting. more

By Jack Underwood, Staff Writer | 7/17/24