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School Board and Wind Farm Taxes Editorial
By Herb Austin, Publisher, Schuyler County Times As this coming school year for 2021-2022 approaches, many questions loom. The wind mills are here, like it or not. One positive note is the new funds they bring to the county. All the county taxing entities, Road and Bridge, County Ambulance, Health Dept, Special Roads, Library, Nursing…
Read MoreSchuyler Wears the Green
Queen City, Missouri, was the place to watch the annual Schuyler St. Patrick’s Day parade on Saturday, March 13, 2021. Green was everywhere, hats, hair, hoodies, balloons, banners, and even some showed up in the grass. One of the best parts of the parade – and it was all good fun – was the banner,…
Read MoreGov. Parson Releases Remaining FY21 Restrictions – Mar1
Gov. Parson Releases Remaining FY21 Restrictions Over $280 Million in General Revenue Today, Governor Mike Parson announced the release of the remaining $280,783,940 in FY21 general revenue restrictions. “Thanks to our balanced approach to COVID-19, Missouri is in a much better position than what was originally projected,” Governor Parson said. “Our economy continues to…
Read MoreFree Meals for Schuyler Students Extends to End of School Year
Free Meals for Schuyler Students Extends to End of School Year Schuyler R-1 has been approved for free meals for Schuyler students 18 and under throughout the remainder of the 2020-21 school year. Schuyler R-1 will be utilizing the nationwide waiver for FREE MEALS from the Summer Food Service Program (SFSP) through the Department of…
Read MoreSpiders, Spiders Everywhere
Spiders, Spiders Everywhere! Are you running into spiders or spider webs around your home and garden? Have you noticed the beautiful, intricate work of a spider on a fence post, on a tree or maybe the corner of your barn? Spiders and their webs seem to be everywhere right now. Garden spiders hatch in…
Read MoreUSDA Authorizes $500M More for Food Distribution During Pandemic
USDA Authorizes $500M More for Food Distribution During Pandemic After Senator Josh Hawley (R-Mo.) sent a letter to U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Secretary Sonny Perdue calling for an additional round of contracts for the Farmers to Families Food Box Program, the USDA announced the authorization of $500 million to the quality food distribution program.…
Read MoreGet Hunter Education Through MDC’s Online Format
Get Hunter Education Through MDC’s Online Format All-online format may be completed by Missourians ages 16 and older The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) reminds Missourians ages 16 and older they may obtain their hunter-education certification through an all-online format. The online option allows Missourians ages 16 and older to complete their certification at their…
Read MoreSen. Hawley Introduces ‘David Dorn Back the Blue Act’
Sen. Hawley Introduces ‘David Dorn Back the Blue Act’ Allocates $15B to Raise Police Salaries, Hire More Officers On Wednesday, September 9, 2020, U.S. Senator Josh Hawley (R-Mo.) will introduce the David Dorn Black the Blue Act to raise police officer salaries and increase officer hiring and retention. Senator Hawley’s bill would amend the Omnibus…
Read MoreEducational Toys to Support At-Home Learning This School Year
Educational Toys to Support At-Home Learning This School Year This fall semester is unlike any experienced in recent history, with some students learning at home, and teachers facing new challenges to keep students engaged. For this reason, many parents are looking for extra support at home. Luckily, there are fun ways to infuse more learning…
Read MoreThe New Motorcycle Helmet Law: Helmets Are Now Optional for Some
The New Motorcycle Helmet Law Helmets Are Now Optional for Some As of August 28, 2020, most motorcyclist will ride helmet free on Missouri highways and byways. The new law – thanks to the Missouri legislators and Gov. Parsons signature – allows any qualified operator, who is 26 or older, to choose not to…
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