A small farming family in Warren County, just west of St. Louis, had a growing problem. They had developed a reputation among local consumers for their organically grown lettuce, and they generated significant revenue selling the leafy greens at area markets. Every year, the farmers would pl…

The Dent County Commission met for its regular meetings Thursday, Sept. 11, and Monday, Sept. 15. On Monday, several public comments were heard from multiple residents speaking on an issue leveraged against Deputy Julie Strebe of the Dent County Sheriff’s Office.

The North Wood R-IV Board of Education met for its regular meeting Tuesday, Sept. 11. In attendance included board members Ron Hedrick, Jarred Brown, Jr Rictor, David Massengale, and Jenna Dunn. Jeff Dodson, JC Flores, Mike Manes and Lois Stacy were also present. Aaron Brooks and Jimmy Decke…

The Dent County Fire Protection District Board met for a board meeting Tuesday, Sept. 9. In attendance included board members Mike Godi, David Greenshields, Dr. Leigh Ann Price, Jeff Stokes, and John Knight. The monthly reimbursement report was presented with a total of 19 calls for the mont…

The Oak Hill R-I Board of Education met for its regular meeting Thursday, Aug. 14. Board members present included Nathan Ragsdale, Amanda Sapaugh, Daniel England, Thomas England, John Hoodenpyle, and April Greener. Also, in attendance included Superintendent Steve Bryant and Principal Breann…

The Dent County Fire Protection District (DCFPD) has finalized the transfer of three surplus fire apparatus to neighboring departments, ensuring these valuable resources remain within our community.

On Saturday, Sept. 13, the Dent County Fire Protection District (DCFPD) opened its doors, and its parking lot to host a special community build event with Sleep in Heavenly Peace (SHP), a national nonprofit dedicated to making sure every child has a bed to sleep in. Volunteers organized at t…

According to reports of Troop I of the Missouri State Highway Patrol:

A special waste collection for residential electronics, appliances, tires and media storage was held from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, Sept. 13 in Salem at Salem S/W Parking Lot, located at the corner of Third and Grand. Assisting in the special waste collection were several city staff and count…

The following is a list of general highway maintenance and construction work planned in the mid–Missouri area Sept. 15 – 21. Weather conditions may postpone scheduled work. Many projects will include lane closures which could cause delays.  

The Salem Chamber of Commerce hosted a luncheon Tuesday, Sept. 9, during which Stuart Gipson, CEO of Four Rivers, presented details about the organization’s upcoming opening of its new facility in Salem. The new facility is anticipating a tentative opening date within the first week of Octob…