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News Writer Custom Gem ⚖️ Former Savannah School District Accountant Sentenced for Embezzlement A Savannah, Missouri, man was sentenced in federal court on Monday for embezzling funds from the Savannah R-III School District and his employees. Anthony S. Moon, 44, who served as the district’s accountant and owned a tax preparation company, was sentenced to…

Maryville is gearing up for its fourth annual Turkey Trot on Thanksgiving morning, offering a fun, family-friendly activity before the day’s holiday celebrations begin. The event, which is close to a 5K distance, is designed to be a casual, low-key experience for participants of all ages, including those with strollers and pets. Registration for the…

The Maryville Chamber of Commerce’s annual Shop Merryville holiday promotion is changing its prize structure this year, replacing weekly drawings with three grand prize drawings on Monday, December 22. Shoppers can receive entry tickets with purchases at participating businesses starting November 22, with a complimentary ticket also available at the Chamber office. The prizes include…

The West Platte High School football team secured a major upset, defeating defending Class 1 state champion Adrian 34-7 in the quarterfinals on the road. This significant victory propels the Blue Jays (9-3) to the State Semifinals, marking their first appearance at this stage since 2005. West Platte will now travel to Tipton on Saturday,…

The Missouri State Highway Patrol is warning drivers to expect heavy traffic over the Thanksgiving holiday weekend, with Wednesday and Sunday projected to be the busiest travel days. Troopers will be on Missouri roadways for Operation C.A.R.E. (Crash Awareness and Reduction Effort) to enforce traffic laws and assist motorists. Drivers are reminded to observe speed…

The Skidmore Food Pantry has scheduled a distribution event for Friday, November 21, from 4:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. at Newton Hall. This service is available to residents of the Nodaway-Holt school district. Additionally, senior boxes will be available for pickup during the event.

Two St. Joseph women were arrested Wednesday afternoon on North Belt Highway following a narcotics investigation by local law enforcement. Tyra Rich, 26, was arrested on outstanding felony warrants, while a second woman was also taken into custody. Investigators confirmed finding a sizable quantity of fentanyl and a firearm inside the vehicle the women were…

The Greater Maryville Chamber of Commerce is sponsoring a Scarecrow Hunt on November 29th to encourage shopping on Small Business Saturday. Twelve participating Chamber member businesses will hide small scarecrows, and customers who find them are encouraged to take a selfie and post it to social media for a chance to win a $50 gift…

The St. Joseph Chamber of Commerce is set to host a new Economic Development Summit featuring Dr. Chris Kuehl, Co-Founder of Armada Corporate Intelligence, as the keynote speaker. The event will take place on Wednesday, December 3, from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Missouri Western State University’s Fulkerson Center. Registration includes lunch and is…

The First United Methodist Church in Maryville is inviting the community to a traditional Thanksgiving dinner this Wednesday, November 19, in the fellowship hall. Residents can dine in starting at 5:30 p.m., utilize drive-through pickup at the northwest door at 5:00 p.m., or arrange delivery for the elderly and disabled by calling 660-582-4821. A freewill…