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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

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

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

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

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

GALLERY: Greased pig scramble [Photo gallery]

The ever-popular Greased Pig Scramble returned again to the 2022 Warren County Fair. Children race to scramble across a mud pit, catch slick piglets and return them to a pen. To order photo … more

Cindy Gladden photos | 7/15/22

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

‘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

GALLERY: Animal Costume Contest 2022 [Photo gallery]

Kids and their farm pets donned complementary outfits in an animal costume contest July 8 at the Warren County Fair. The winners this year were Sebi Cardoza and his chicken in biker-themed … more

Adam Rollins photos | 7/15/22

GALLERY: Greatest Showman and Super Farmer [Photo gallery]

Farm families and ag program alumni competed in two events July 8 at the Warren County Fair to see who would be crowned the Greatest Showman and this year's Super Farmers. Greatest Showman contenders … more

Cindy Gladden photos | 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

GALLERY: Fun at the Warren County Fair [Photo gallery]

There was a lot of fun and excitement going on at the 2022 Warren County Fair. Here are just some of the sights and experiences from each day of the event. To order photo reprints, call … more

7/14/22

0-6 MONTHS First place: Jah’siah Ramos Thompson, held by Jelena Ramos. Second place: Harper Hess, held by Kayla Hess. Third place: Glennon Mraz, held by Jonathan Mraz.

County Fair Baby Contest 2022 [Photo gallery]

The annual Warren County Fair Baby Contest was held July 9. There was tough competition to see whose babies would be judged the sweetest and most charming in each of six age categories. Below are the … more

Photos by Adam Rollins | 7/14/22

Rabbit Senior Showmanship - Kelsey Miller

Gallery: 2022 Livestock Awards [Photo gallery]

4-H and FFA youth livestock exhibitors were honored with awards July 7 for their showings at the Warren County Fair. Award categories were for livestock champions, showmanship, ultrasound, rate of … more

Adam Rollins photos | 7/14/22

Gallery: Fair Queen Coronation 2022 [Photo gallery]

Payton Duncan was crowned Warren County Fair Queen on Sunday, July 3, 2022. The queen coronation is an annual tradition to kick off fair week. Other participants in the queen contest were Allison … more

Adam Rollins photos | 7/6/22

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

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

Ambulance district confirms Lenk as chief

The Warren County Ambulance District has announced that Darren Lenk has been selected to permanently lead that district as chief. Lenk has been serving as interim chief since April following the … more

Adam Rollins, Staff Writer | 6/30/22

County Fair week begins July 3

The annual Warren County Fair kicks off in just over a week, offering days of fun activities for all area families and celebrations of the agriculture community. Fair Week kicks off July 3 with … more

6/24/22

Animal shelter permit ruling postponed

A Pendleton-area animal shelter will have to wait another month to learn the outcome of a permit request to continue operating at its current location. No Time To Spare Animal Rescue, a nonprofit … more

6/24/22

MEDALISTS — Special Olympics athletes from Warren County display the gold medals they earned at the 2022 USA Games in Orlando, Florida. Pictured in front, from left, are Assistant Coach Julie Busken and athletes Emily Carroll, Brooke Timmerberg, Emily Green and Devin Bock. In back are athletes Jacob Ritter, Dillen Mayfield, Michael Mohrmann, Jonathan Martin, and Coach Rich Black.

Two Special Olympics teams bring home gold medals from national competition

Two Special Olympics teams from Warren County competing in the national USA Games in Florida this month got to take a victory lap as they returned home with gold medals around their necks. The … more

Adam Rollins, Staff Writer | 6/23/22

CHAMPION RIDER — Ada Ferrell and her horse race across the ring in one of this year’s rodeo competitions. Ferrell earned top-four placements in multiple categories at the state level and is heading to a national junior high finals event.

Teen prepares to take on national rodeo

For Wright City’s Ada Ferrell, being one of the best junior rodeo riders in the state has been a lifelong endeavor. Next week, she travels to see how she fares against the best young riders in … more

Adam Rollins, Staff Writer | 6/17/22