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On August 23, 2023 school began for the year and finished in ongoing construction work. Construction had begun in February and was slated for completion by August 2024, in time for the 2024-25 school …
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Dianne Peck
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8/7/24
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The cartoon character, Woody Woodpecker, is loosely based on the pileated woodpecker (Dryocopus pilectus) which is common in our area. It is the largest woodpecker in North America and the third …
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Donnie Nichols
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8/7/24
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www.bing.com reports that although the use of lead in house paint and water pipes has long been banned in the U.S., there is still plenty of it around—in old lead pipes and old houses—and …
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Judy Kramer
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8/7/24
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A venture into the heart of Drake Harbor on Saturday, the first welcoming sensation wasn't merely the sight of the bustling crowd or the vibrant views of the Osage River.
It was the rich, smoky …
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Kim Fugate
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8/7/24
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As Benton County stands at the crossroads of change, tonight's election is more than a vote—it's a decision on the future direction of our community.
Some of the races and issues on our …
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Kim Fugate
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8/7/24
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The Economic Development group met in Lincoln City Hall on Wednesday, July 24 at 4:15 p.m. Amie Breshears called the meeting to order and JoAnn Lane, Economic Development Director led off with an …
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Dianne Peck
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7/31/24
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The BCED group decided in the May meeting to contact the newly appointed Director of the Missouri Department of Conservation, Jason Sumners. First, to congratulate him on his new position and how …
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Dianne Peck
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7/31/24
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Word was received this previous week that one of the most historic buildings in downtown Lincoln has new ownership as a contract has been signed.
What has been known for years as the McCandless …
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Dianne Peck
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7/31/24
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On Wednesday morning, July 24, four hundred and eleven boats departed Kansas City’s Kaw Point and headed down the Missouri River with the goal of reaching the Lewis & Clark Boathouse and …
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Dianne Peck
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7/31/24
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At the July 22 meeting of the Benton County Commission, Susan Steiner, representative of Grandview Beach Homeowners Association, met with commissioners to discuss a past decision reached by the …
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Anita Campbell
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7/31/24
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The City of Warsaw Board of Alderperson discussed an ordinance levying a special tax against property owners with abatement of nusiances within the city of Warsaw 2023, Warsaw, Missouri 65355 and …
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Anita Campbell
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7/31/24
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The eagerly awaited grand opening of Bomgaars Supply Inc., a prominent retail chain specializing in farm and ranch supplies, took place on July 19. The ribbon-cutting ceremony included Dustin Young, …
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Kim Fugate
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7/31/24
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Maples Ford has been a staple business corporation in Warsaw under its principal dealer Tom Maples for 24 years and under former owners since 1966. Ford Motor Credit Company recently presented the …
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Judy Kramer
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7/31/24
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In the heart of Missouri, the Warsaw community recently bid farewell to one of it's most distinguished and beloved figures, Corporal David P. Jones. Passing away on April 28, 2022, Cpl. Jones left …
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Kim Fugate
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7/31/24
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Cole Camp Ambulance District was established in 1982 as a citizen-focused organization dedicated to safeguarding the lives of those who reside in Benton and Pettis Counties by providing safe, …
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Dianne Peck
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7/24/24
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The following is the brief statement made by Benton County Economic Development Director, JoAnn Lane to the Cole Camp Council Thursday, July 18:
The Rock Island Trail could be one of the …
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7/24/24
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The Cole Camp German Club held their quarterly meeting on Friday evening, July 19 at the Triple Creek Golf Club House. The Club’s members enjoyed a delicious pot luck supper with the Board …
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Dianne Peck
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7/24/24
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Benton County residents were alerted on Tuesday, July 16, by the Sheriff’s Department, they were looking for a man that had attempted to steal a truck located at 34154 Highway 65. The BCSD was …
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Dianne Peck
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7/24/24
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On Wednesday, June 17 at noon the 3 chambers representing Cole Camp, Lincoln ad Warsaw met at the Dam restaurant to update everyone on the comings and goings of each town.
JoAnn Lane, Benton …
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Dianne Peck
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7/24/24
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On July 18 at 10:41 PM, Benton County Central Dispatch was notified of a stabbing that had just occurred at 33035 KK Highway, a rural Warsaw address. Deputies arrived to find Douglas E. Roberts, 55, …
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7/24/24
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The Cole Camp City Council met in regular session on Thursday evening, July 18 in City Hall. The Mayor and three council members were present. Mindy Fox was absent due to an illness.
After the …
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Dianne Peck
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7/24/24
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Warsaw native Amelia Roberts represented Missouri in the Miss United States Agriculture pageant in Enterprise, Alabama, July 11 through July 13.
Roberts competed in the areas of interview, …
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Anita Campbell
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7/24/24
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Karen Reese and other members of the Benton County Republican Women organization have been working on a project to offer campaign merchandise since January. Reese, who is chairman of the fundraising …
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Judy Kramer
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7/24/24
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Fifty years ago, the temperature was over 100 degrees, when the small town of Sedalia, Missouri’s population exploded as the Ozark Music Festival kicked off a three-day celebration of rock and …
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Anita Campbell
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7/24/24
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Leroy Whitaker, President of the Benton County Historical Society/Museum, welcomed 28 guests to the meeting room of the Boonslick Library on Thursday, July 11 at 6:30 PM. The evening program was …
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Dianne Peck
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7/17/24
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