JEFFERSON CITY – This Super Bowl weekend, the only crash you should hope to hear is the crunch of football players colliding – not that of your vehicle into another. Throughout the weekend of February 5, there will be numerous Super Bowl celebrations happening across the state.  Many of these celebrations may include alcohol.  The…

Captain James E. Wilt, commanding officer of Troop B, Macon, announces a boater safety certification course will be offered from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., on Saturday, March 25, 2017, at the Long Branch Lake Corps of Engineers Visitor Center, 30174 Visitor Center Road, Macon, Missouri.  There is no fee for this course; however, students…

JEFFERSON CITY—The Missouri Public Service Commission will hold a local public hearing in Kirksville on January 30, 2017, in an electric rate case filed by Ameren Missouri. The local public hearing schedule appears below.  January 30—Kirksville. Truman State University, Student Union Activities Room, 901 S. Franklin. The hearing starts at 6:00 p.m., beginning with a public information/question and answer session…

According to a report by the Lewis County Sheriff’s Office, on January 21, 2017, Kimberly Lynn Bass, age 30, of Wyaconda, Missouri was arrested by the Lewis County Sheriff’s Office on one count of possession of a controlled substance, methamphetamine, a class D felony. Miss Bass remains lodged in the Lewis County Jail in lieu…

Clark County Commissioner Charged With Election Violations By Mike Scott Clark County Commissioner Gary Webster has been charged with a misdemeanor class four election offense. According to court documents, Webster, who was then a candidate for Clark County Western District Commissioner, promised to pay back one-half of his salary if elected. Webster is alleged to…

CCR-1 To Seek “No Tax Increase” $8 Million Dollar Bond Issue By Mike Scott Clark County voters will be asked to approve borrowing $8 million dollars for a list of facility improvements on the April 4 ballot. The bond issue, called Proposition Education, will not increase the Clark County R-1 School District tax levy. Over…

From personal injury to physical damage and common scams, don’t let tree damage make matters worse. COLUMBIA, Mo.  – When winter weather hits, Missourians know to expect the unexpected. From snow and ice, to strong winds and extreme cold, severe winter weather poses a diverse set of risks to residents. The Missouri Department of Conservation…

MACON, Mo. — Winter months can bring snow, ice, and windy conditions, which create additional hazards for drivers. Should an accident occur, it is important to be prepared. Automobile crashes always present danger, but when electricity is involved, the decisions made in the moments after the accident are especially crucial. Macon Electric Cooperative would like…

Motorists advised to avoid travel Thursday night through Sunday JEFFERSON CITY – Motorists should avoid travel if possible in Missouri late Thursday night through Sunday due to incoming significant amounts of freezing rain, sleet and ice. Travel on Missouri’s roads should be avoided overnight Thursday into Friday through Sunday. Friday morning rush hour commutes will…

National Weather Service – *WINTER STORM COMING** With a forecast threatening freezing rain for Missouri, and with two months of winter left to go, it’s a good idea to prepare both your home and family for whatever may arise……..The following winter storm home-preparation suggestions may be helpful: **Make sure flashlights and battery-powered radios are working,…