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A tractor-trailer carrying over $200,000 worth of refrigerated ham crashed into a ditch during a rainstorm near Maryville, Missouri, causing significant traffic delays on U.S. Highway 71 on April 24th. Despite the efforts of three tow crews who worked for hours to salvage the perishable goods, only about 38 percent of the 36,000-pound load was…

The Pub and Black Pony Brewing Company in Maryville are collaborating to host a series of rock tribute concerts, food trucks, and street dances downtown this spring and summer. The “Rock the Ville” series aims to energize Fourth Street and foster community spirit with live music events. Upcoming highlights include a motorcycle rally with live…

A recent Skidmore City Council meeting saw significant resident dissatisfaction regarding a new rule limiting cemetery decoration displays to seven days. Many felt they were not adequately informed of this change, which led to the removal of decorations before spring mowing. While some council members cited issues with upkeep and lack of perpetual care funding,…

Congressman Sam Graves is accepting applications from north Missouri students interested in attending U.S. Air Force Academy, U.S. Merchant Marine Academy, U.S. Military Academy or U.S. Naval Academy. Individuals interested in applying for a recommendation should contact Graves’ Kansas City office. The application deadline is 5 p.m on October 10.

Maryville Young Players announced two productions this summer, according to The Maryville Forum. MYP Second Stage will preform Broadway musical “Annie” in June and the annual youth performance will be “Finding Nemo Jr.” in July. For more information, visit maryvilleyoungplayers.org.

The Nodaway County Commissioners distributed civic improvements funds from Tenaska to organizations throughout the area, according to the Maryville Forum. The Nodaway County Community Building received $3,000 while The Rose Theatre and Big Brothers Big Sisters each received $2,500.

A total of 1089 votes were cast in Nodaway County during Tuesday election, according to unofficial results from Nodaway County Clerk’s office. Tye Parsons was reelected to Maryville City Council with 87.31 percent of the vote. Parnell and Ravewood both approved a street maintenance levy. 

Missouri Western State University’s Esports program is offering a summer camp for kids interested in gaming, according to News-Press Now. The camp will take place from  May 27th to May 30th and is open to kids 10 to 17. Registration can be found at missouriwestern.edu/esports/griffon-summer-camp/. 

Sally Stiens Duff was sworn in as the Nodaway County Collector Treasurer on April 1 by Associate Circuit Court Judge Robert Rice, according to the Maryville Forum. Duff was elected to the position in the General Election last November.

A farmers market style event in Hopkins is seeking vendors, small business owners and home grown producers. The event will complement the State Line Auction at Hopkins Park with meet ups twice a month on Sundays, according to the Nodaway Newsleader. Those interested in participating should contact  Kary Owens and Ali Brittian on Facebook.