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Sen. 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…
Read MoreBuy Native Trees, Shrubs from MDC State Forest Nursery
Buy Native Trees, Shrubs from MDC State Forest Nursery Order are being taken now through April 2021. Supplies are limited so order early. Need trees and shrubs for your landscape? Go native with the Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC). Native trees and shrubs can help improve wildlife habitat and soil and water conservation while also…
Read MoreBlunt Welcomes Diplomatic Agreement Between Israel, UAE
Blunt Welcomes Diplomatic Agreement Between Israel, UAE U.S. Senator Roy Blunt (Mo.) today welcomed President Trump’s announcement that Israel and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) have, with the support of the United States, reached a diplomatic agreement that will pave the way for normalized relations between the two countries: “This announcement is the most significant…
Read MoreAmerica Needs More Options for Meat Processing
By Eric Bohl “Don’t put all of your eggs in one basket.” This saying goes at least as far back as Don Quixote, written in 1615, and is probably much older. While the proverb’s wisdom is obvious to anyone who has spent much time in a barnyard, some of the people who should understand it…
Read MoreMason Smyer Receives 2020 David Marx Good Kid Award
Riverdale Middle School is pleased to announce that Mason Smyser of Cordova, Illinois, has been awarded the 2020 David Marx Good Kid Sixth Grade Award. Mason just completed his sixth grade year and represents the qualities of both an outstanding student and one of good character. He demonstrates a willingness to help others, a positive…
Read MoreCommissioners 6-1-2020
Commissioners June 1, 2020 The Schuyler County Commission convened with the following officers and members present Rodney Cooper, Presiding Commissioner, Jim Werner, Associate Commissioner, Jeff Lindquist, Associate Commissioner, Bree Lawson, County Clerk, Kathy Steen, Deputy County Clerk, Joe Wuebker, Sheriff & Emergency Management Director. The following business was had to wit: Presiding Commissioner called the…
Read MoreSCHUYLER R-1 SCHOOL DISTRICT MINUTES OF BOARD OF EDUCATION REGULAR SESSION QUEEN CITY, MO THURSDAY, MAY 21, 2020
MEMBERS Present Kirk Cohagan, President Shannon Smith, Vice President Kristi Groseclose, Member Kirk Newland, Member Jennifer Pantry, Member Absent Wanda Homer, Member ADMINISTRATION Steve Carvajal, Superintendent of Schools Kyle Windy, High School Principal-absent Katie Wayman, Elementary Principal Raven Weaver, Special Services Director-absent Vickie Pierce, Secretary Tiffany Newland, Director of Finance CALL TO ORDER – 6:00…
Read MoreQueen City Board of Aldermen 5-20-2020
May 20, 2020 The Queen City Board of Aldermen met at City Hall in Queen City, Missouri. Present: Mayor March, Aldermen Brenda Barnes, Bill Ford, Bill Byrn, and Becky Douglas. Also, present was Police Chief Jason Bunch and Traci Walker, City Clerk. Guests were Shane Aldridge, Jessica Aldridge, Patrick McGillan, Coley Hanes, Jenny Droste, James…
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