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North Central Missouri College is bringing its teacher education program to the Savannah campus starting in fall 2026, giving future educators in rural areas a closer, more convenient path to the classroom. The Associate in Arts in Teaching degree allows students to complete their foundational courses and field experiences locally before transferring to a four-year…

The Missouri Department of Transportation has announced highway maintenance and construction projects across Northwest Missouri for the week of August 17th through the 23rd. Drivers traveling through Nodaway, Andrew, Atchison, and Gentry counties can expect single-lane reductions, width restrictions, and periodic road closures on key routes, including U.S. 71, U.S. 136, and Route J. Transportation…

The Missouri Department of Transportation is inviting the public to weigh in on a draft list of high-priority transportation projects across the state. The agency has identified roughly $1.3 billion in annual unfunded road, bridge, and transit needs to help guide future development as federal and state funds become available. Area residents can review the…

St. Joseph native Holland Smith recently made an unforgettable appearance on the hit series “Ted Lasso,” describing her time working on set as one of the coolest experiences of her career. The actress, who plays a carefree character named Vanessa, spent eight years working in New York City before returning to film in Missouri. Now…

Platte County officials are encouraging homeowners to verify their eligibility for a newly approved property tax credit that caps annual tax liability increases on primary residences to five percent or the rate of inflation. While no formal application is required for the 2026 tax year, county staff have automatically pre-screened parcels based on existing property…