Wright City aldermen are nearing approval of a city ordinance that would control the use of, and create transparency requirements for, smart cameras that automatically identify license plates and …
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Adam Rollins, Staff Writer
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10/21/22
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Several Halloween events are scheduled this year in Warren County, starting next week.
On Tuesday, Oct. 25 at 5:30 p.m., the Warrenton Scenic Regional Library is hosting “Monsters of …
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10/21/22
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By Adam RollinsStaff Writer
Property tax rates for local governments, school boards, and other taxing entities have been set for 2022.
Each year, every entity that collects property taxes must …
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Adam Rollins, Staff Writer
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10/19/22
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While it isn’t always apparent for high school students what direction their life will take after graduation, Wright City senior Tori Orf says she set herself on a path after a severe ailment …
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10/18/22
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The Wright City R-II School District is requesting contractor bids for the first phase of construction of a new high school and other facilities.
The district is seeking bids for the new …
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John Rohlf, Staff Writer
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10/14/22
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The Scenic Regional Library system has added a new form of fun, interactive learning products to the collection of items that community members can take home.
At the beginning of October, the …
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Adam Rollins, Staff Writer
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10/13/22
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GALLERY: Strassenbash Festival 2022
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The annual Strassenbash community festival in Wright City was held Oct. 7 and 8 at Diekroeger Park, accompanied by a cartoon-themed parade through downtown Wright City on Oct. 8.
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10/13/22
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Strassenbash, Wright City’s largest community festival, had a great turnout last weekend and is starting to realize its potential for being an even better community celebration, said Mayor …
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Adam Rollins, Staff Writer
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10/13/22
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This school year marks a milestone moment for education in Wright City: the centennial anniversary of the community’s first high school class.
One hundred years ago in the fall of 1922, …
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Adam Rollins, Staff Writer
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10/11/22
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Wright City is pursuing a Missouri state grant to fund downtown infrastructure improvements that are currently in the planning stage.
A Missouri Department of Economic Development Community …
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10/10/22
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The annual Strassenbash festival in Wright City is this Friday and Saturday at Diekroeger Park. The festival is back to being a two-day event this year, with activities starting Friday …
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10/7/22
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Community members in the Wright City area are invited to join in celebrating the 50th anniversary of the formal organization of the Wright City Fire Protection District.
The fire district as we …
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10/6/22
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The Warrenton County R-III and Wright City R-II school districts have both approved plans to implement a “career ladder” program partially funded by the state.
The career …
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John Rohlf, Staff Writer
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10/4/22
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For several years, Wright City leaders have taken a stance on population growth and new development as being inevitable, but manageable through responsible regulation. City officials have now put …
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Adam Rollins, Staff Writer
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10/3/22
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GALLERY: Wright City Marching Band Invitational 2022
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Wright City High School hosted its annual marching band invitational competition Sept. 24, 2022. The invitational features parade, color guard, percussion, and field show competitions.
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Adam Rollins photos
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10/1/22
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The Wright City R-II School District made some strides and identified some areas of improvement in its most recent test assessment results.
A recent report of Missouri Assessment Program and …
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John Rohlf, Staff Writer
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9/27/22
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Wright City Community Food Pantry, in partnership with the Wright City Lions Club and the St. Louis Area Food Bank, is launching a new series of food distribution days beginning next week on Sept. …
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Adam Rollins, Staff Writer
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9/24/22
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Wright City Homecoming Parade 2022
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The Wright City School District held its annual Homecoming parade on Sept. 9, 2022, with a cinematic theme for all of the decorated floats this year.
To order photo reprints, call 636-456-6397.
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9/16/22
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The annual Wright City Cemetery Walk is scheduled for Sunday afternoon, Sept. 25. The program is sponsored by the Wright City Cemetery Memorial Society.
Volunteers dressed in costume will …
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9/14/22
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Wright City Police Chief Tom Canavan reported last week that St. Charles-area police resources are assisting in the investigation into a group of people who used a stolen car to ram through the doors …
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9/14/22
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Wright City leaders have announced that the Mercy healthcare network has initiated plans to open a clinic in Wright City, offering the first such facility in the town of over 4,000 residents.
The …
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Adam Rollins, Staff Writer
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9/9/22
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The Scenic Regional Library District is finalizing deals to purchase new land in Marthasville and Wright City as part of long-term plans for expansion in Warren County.
The land acquisitions are …
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Adam Rollins, Staff Writer
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9/8/22
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Wright City is working on its next downtown revitalization project: addressing stormwater issues within the downtown district. The city will hold a public meeting on Tuesday, Sept. 13, at the Rail …
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9/7/22
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Wright City police are investigating a break-in and robbery at Osage County Guns in which a group of suspects used a vehicle to smash through the store doors.
At least two vehicles carrying a …
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9/6/22
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The Wright City R-II School Board approved a motion for architects to proceed with updated high school construction plans, with changes to their initial proposal due to rising costs.
The board …
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John Rohlf, Staff Writer
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9/5/22
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