November 07, 2009
Marshall White - Reporter
Guard group arrives home
Saturday, Nov. 7, 2009
Saturday, Nov. 7, 2009
Saturday, Nov. 7, 2009
Family flees as house erupts
Friday, Nov. 6, 2009
Friday, Nov. 6, 2009
Lathrop honors fallen war hero
Thursday, Nov. 5, 2009
Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2009
Monday, Nov. 2, 2009
Monday, Nov. 2, 2009
Saturday, Oct. 31, 2009
Wednesday, Oct. 28, 2009
Wednesday, Oct. 28, 2009
Thursday, Oct. 22, 2009
Thursday, Oct. 22, 2009
Funding for Savannah a ‘DREAM’ come true
Wednesday, Oct. 21, 2009
Tuesday, Oct. 20, 2009
Monday, Oct. 19, 2009
Friday, Oct. 16, 2009
Thursday, Oct. 15, 2009
Wednesday, Oct. 14, 2009
Tuesday, Oct. 13, 2009
10 Escape Early Morning Fire
Monday, Oct. 12, 2009
Monday, Oct. 12, 2009
Monday, Oct. 12, 2009
Monday, Oct. 12, 2009
Monday, Oct. 12, 2009
Charges Filed In Platte City Cold Case
Saturday, Oct. 10, 2009
Saturday, Oct. 10, 2009
Friday, Oct. 9, 2009
Thursday, Oct. 8, 2009
Thursday, Oct. 8, 2009
Thursday, Oct. 8, 2009
Tuesday, Oct. 6, 2009
Monday, Oct. 5, 2009
Friday, Oct. 2, 2009
Thursday, Oct. 1, 2009
Large crowd welcomes home twin soldiers
Wednesday, Sept. 30, 2009
Property of the Past, Sept. 21, 2009
Monday, Sept. 21, 2009
Friday, Sept. 18, 2009
Friday, Sept. 18, 2009
Wednesday, Sept. 16, 2009
Wednesday, Sept. 16, 2009
Third Suspect Arrested In Wal-Mart Shooting-Robbery
Tuesday, Sept. 15, 2009
Tuesday, Sept. 15, 2009
Property of the Past, Sept. 14, 2009
Monday, Sept. 14, 2009
Sunday, Sept. 13, 2009
Sunday, Sept. 13, 2009
Saturday, Sept. 12, 2009
Guard unit returns on solemn day
Saturday, Sept. 12, 2009
Friday, Sept. 11, 2009
Saturday, Nov. 7, 2009
A special group of airmen and soldiers returned Friday to Rosecrans Memorial Airport after a year on the ground in and around Jalalabad, Afghanistan.
The 10 airmen and two Missouri Army National Guard soldiers were part of Missouri’s second joint Army and Air Guard agribusiness team.
“You’re all heroes who had the guts to stand up for your country,” said Col. Michael McEnulty, the Wing commander.
Saturday, Nov. 7, 2009
A mother and her two sons escaped with only the clothes on their backs as fire consumed their one-story frame home on the South Side Friday. No one was injured in the blaze.
MoDOT offers relief to farmers by allowing heavier loadsSaturday, Nov. 7, 2009
It’s been a wet year for many farmers in Northwest Missouri, and the Missouri Department of Transportation recently decided to offer a little relief.
Family flees as house erupts
Friday, Nov. 6, 2009
A mother and her two sons escaped with only the clothes on their backs as fire consumed a one-story frame home on the South Side Friday. No one was injured in the blaze.
Suspect charged in farm theftsFriday, Nov. 6, 2009
A 48-year-old man is accused of stealing farm equipment earlier this year.
Lathrop honors fallen war hero
Thursday, Nov. 5, 2009
The war in Afghanistan came home to the front porches of Lathrop this week, and the community turned out to pay respects to its hero. Dr. James Crenshaw, Lathrop’s mayor, proclaimed Wednesday as a day to pay tribute to the memory of Sgt. Issac Brandon Jackson. The sergeant volunteered for an extra mission on Oct. 27 in the Arghandab Valley when another soldier wasn’t ready, said the Rev. Ron Malott.
Rural schools overcome economyWednesday, Nov. 4, 2009
Northwest Missouri voters in five school districts outside St. Joseph went to the polls to decide on school improvements for their children. Despite generally hard economic times, voters in three districts said yes, and in one district the issue failed. The fifth district saw the vote pass, but it must wait for a partial recount.
Army base boosts region's economyMonday, Nov. 2, 2009
The economic engine that drives St. Joseph can be likened to a patchwork quilt, and one piece people don’t often think about is Fort Leavenworth. “The Army spends $1.2 billion a year on salaries, supplies and services at Fort Leavenworth,” said Jack Walker, deputy to the garrison commander. “Money goes across the bridge to a lot of communities within a 50-mile radius of the fort.”
Property of the Past, Nov. 2, 2009Monday, Nov. 2, 2009
Property of the Past, Nov. 2, 2009
Area voters also head to pollsSaturday, Oct. 31, 2009
The need to upgrade schools will be the most common issue Northwest Missouri voters decide on Tuesday.
BNSF gives museum $10,000 for repairsWednesday, Oct. 28, 2009
Owning this community’s only National Historic Landmark means the Pony Express Historical Association always has something to repair at the Patee House Museum.
The transportation gallery roof is 32 years old and leaking in the rear portion, said Gary Chilcote, museum director.
Wednesday, Oct. 28, 2009
Enthusiastic supporters of an effort to promote cultural tourism and other activities along U.S. Highway 36 gathered Monday in Chillicothe to create a united regional marketing effort.
Local man serves with distinctionThursday, Oct. 22, 2009
FORT LEAVENWORTH, Kan. — Maj. Zachery Kerns is a 1993 Central High School graduate who proudly wears the Special Forces green beret.
Thursday, Oct. 22, 2009
Buchanan County sheriff’s deputies executed two search warrants and arrested one man Wednesday in connection with an Oct. 13 home invasion and robbery at Lake Contrary.
Funding for Savannah a ‘DREAM’ come true
Wednesday, Oct. 21, 2009
Savannah joined the growing list of Northwest Missouri communities Tuesday that have been selected to participate in the Downtown Revitalization and Economic Assistance for Missouri program, also called DREAM.
Jail plan moves forward in Andrew CountyTuesday, Oct. 20, 2009
SAVANNAH, Mo. — A seven-member review committee visited the Andrew County Jail on Monday and told the county commissioners to advertise for land.
Property of the Past, Oct. 19, 2009Monday, Oct. 19, 2009
Museums document history to help us understand why things are the way they are today. So history is the study of change and the effects of change.
Students trained in situational awarenessFriday, Oct. 16, 2009
Schools, parents and even students are getting excited about a new Missouri National Guard program that has nothing to do with recruiting. Sgt. First Class Jordan Bennett and Sgt. First Class Charles Wood taught a situational awareness course to three gym classes Thursday at Mid-Buchanan School.
“You need to be aware at all times and all places, so that you’re not the victim,” Mr. Bennett told the students.
“We’re not telling you to be scared at Wal-Mart, just be aware.”
Thursday, Oct. 15, 2009
A dream will become reality for a teenager who’s spent two years making it happen. A student of military history — especially World War II — and an avid Boy Scout, Lawton Huffman dreamed about creating a veterans’ memorial. Lawton challenged himself by making the dream his Eagle Scout project.
Postal Service eyes closing Fairleigh stationWednesday, Oct. 14, 2009
Rumors surfaced Tuesday that the U.S. Postal Service wanted to close four local stations — Fairleigh, Pony Express, Wyatt Park and the Stockyards branches. The Postal Service is conducting a discontinuance study of Fairleigh station, 2514 Frederick Ave., because ways have to be found to improve the revenue stream, said Terry Penland, a spokeswoman for the Kansas City district office. Originally, the Postal Service wanted to close Fairleigh, Pony Express and Wyatt Park stations, Mrs. Penland said. Other communities that have the same level of income have fewer stations, she added.
Family escapes early morning blazeTuesday, Oct. 13, 2009
Screams from an expectant mother roused an extended family from sleep early Monday morning so that everyone could escape a burning house on the southwest corner of 16th and Oak streets.
10 Escape Early Morning Fire
Monday, Oct. 12, 2009
Only minor injuries.
Ten escape early morning fireMonday, Oct. 12, 2009
Screams from an expectant mother rousted an extended family from sleep early Monday morning so that everyone could escape a burning house on the southwest corner of 16th and Oak streets.
Churches join forces to ‘meet real world needs’Monday, Oct. 12, 2009
Three years ago, a local church came to the conclusion that while it did a good job meeting members’ spiritual needs it wasn’t dealing with real world needs.
Property of the Past, Oct. 12, 2009Monday, Oct. 12, 2009
Property of the Past, Oct. 12, 2009
Guard to receive newer planesMonday, Oct. 12, 2009
It will be the passing of an era Tuesday when the 139th Airlift Wing sends the first of its original, factory-fresh Hercules planes — which it has had since 1987 — to Arkansas.
Charges Filed In Platte City Cold Case
Saturday, Oct. 10, 2009
A man and woman are now charged with the murder of a truck driver at an I-29 rest stop.
Charges filed in 2008 killingSaturday, Oct. 10, 2009
PLATTE CITY, Mo. — A 13-month investigation into the murder of a truck driver stopped at an Interstate 29 rest area has ended, with charges filed against two people from Mississippi.
Platte County Prosecutor Eric Zahnd charged John M. Hughes, 33, and Dana K. Tutor, 34, in the shooting death of Valentin G. Kirilchuk, a truck driver from Springfield, Mo. Mr. Kirilchuk, 39, died of an apparent gunshot wound to the head on Sept. 8, 2008. A passer-by found his body in a men’s lavatory at the rest area near Dearborn, Mo.
Friday, Oct. 9, 2009
The Missouri National Guard adopted the Boy Scouts’ motto “be prepared” as it fights the spread of H1N1 virus among its ranks.
Savannah officials face tough choices on waterThursday, Oct. 8, 2009
SAVANNAH, Mo. — City officials are trying to keep water rate promises made to voters who supported bonds and building a new water plant. But the city administrator discovered some flaws that will force the city council to make some hard choices.
Group preserves national treasureThursday, Oct. 8, 2009
The Mount Mora Preservation and Restoration Association continues to work to save and improve the city’s only cemetery on the National Register of Historic Places.
Speakers stress flexibility to ROTCThursday, Oct. 8, 2009
Students from Fort Leavenworth had a message Wednesday for Reserve Officers Training Corps students at Missouri Western State University.
Jail planning beginsTuesday, Oct. 6, 2009
The process for a new Andrew County jail kicked off recently. An advisory board of seven county residents, picked by the Andrew County commissioners, and seven guests attended a public meeting to listen to Sheriff Brian Atkins talk about the need for a jail and some of the architectural ideas.
Property of the Past, Oct. 5, 2009Monday, Oct. 5, 2009
Property of the Past, Oct. 5, 2009
Charges added against murder suspectsFriday, Oct. 2, 2009
SAVANNAH, Mo. — The state filed additional charges against two murder suspects Thursday, as an alleged co-conspirator testified under tight security about details in the May 2 killing of Antonio Jose Maravilla-Vargas.
Campaign boosts Camp GeigerThursday, Oct. 1, 2009
Members of the Boy Scouts of America’s Pony Express Council and a variety of community leaders have conducted a seven-week campaign, raising funds for a new shooting program and other improvements at Camp Geiger.
Large crowd welcomes home twin soldiers
Wednesday, Sept. 30, 2009
It had been May since the twins were in town. This time, one brother got attention, even if he didn’t want it. John Michael Gomez — everyone calls him Mike — stands tall and looks older than his 21 years, perhaps because of the scars around his missing right eye. He’s hoping his twin brother, Sean Patrick Gomez, won’t want to one-up his Purple Heart. A forward observer, Spc. Michael Gomez is in the Army’s 1st Battalion, 32nd Infantry Regiment, attached to the 10th Mountain Division at Fort Drum, N.Y. Since January, he has been working in Afghanistan’s Lowgar Province.
Property of the Past, Sept. 21, 2009
Monday, Sept. 21, 2009
Every now and then, St. Joseph history shows up in some unusual places. Cindy Daffron, director of the Pony Express Museum, got quite a surprise when a member called to ask her if she’d seen the October issue of Road and Track magazine. She hadn’t, but she was glad when she did.
Library board cuts back as revenues continue fallFriday, Sept. 18, 2009
Declining revenues are forcing the St. Joseph Public Library to close on Sundays.
Katrina survivor was a fighterFriday, Sept. 18, 2009
Martha “Ann” Bubb, 68, was one of those people who never met a stranger during her life. She died here in St. Joseph on Sept. 1. “I’d lived here for two years when she came, and in one talk with the neighbors she’d learned a life history and knew more than I did about them,” said Mikal Jonasson, a longtime friend. “She always was a real people person.”
Authorities arrest 3 in marijuana raidWednesday, Sept. 16, 2009
CAMERON, Mo. — Law enforcement officers made time Tuesday for a $1.3 million pot roast.
The roast was the culmination of a three-month marijuana investigation that started with a citizen’s tip to Caldwell County Sheriff Jerry Galloway.
Wednesday, Sept. 16, 2009
Dozens of Boy Scouts and their leaders, family members and friends filled Civic Center Park Tuesday evening. The occasion was the start of a yearlong celebration for the 100th anniversary of Scouting, a presentation of the Pony Express Council’s 2009 Eagle Scout class and the rededication of the park’s Statue of Liberty.
Third Suspect Arrested In Wal-Mart Shooting-Robbery
Tuesday, Sept. 15, 2009
A third suspect has turned himself in to authorities.
Police seek suspect in Wal-Mart parking lot shootingTuesday, Sept. 15, 2009
Police continue to search for one of the three persons allegedly involved in a parking lot shooting and robbery Friday.
Property of the Past, Sept. 14, 2009
Monday, Sept. 14, 2009
The public is invited to help a local congregation celebrate the 100th anniversary of the St. Francis Xavier Parish’s church building on Sunday afternoon, Sept. 27. St. Joseph architect Edmund Eckel designed a church showing a Gothic revival influence that dominates the southwest corner of 27th and Seneca streets. The building was dedicated in February 1909.
Court consolidation causes chagrinSunday, Sept. 13, 2009
SAVANNAH, Mo. — Court consolidation of clerical duties under one appointing authority upset Andrew County’s presiding commissioner this past week.
139th Airlift Wing to be inspected in JanuarySunday, Sept. 13, 2009
Scrooge may be the middle name of the 139th Airlift Wing’s new commander.
Suspect charged in beating, burglarySaturday, Sept. 12, 2009
Prosecutors charged a convicted felon in the Sept. 1 baseball-bat beating of a local pharmacist who foiled a burglary attempt.
Guard unit returns on solemn day
Saturday, Sept. 12, 2009
Patriot Day held special meaning for two groups of people Friday.
About 100 family members, plus members of the 139th Airlift Wing, impatiently waited at Rosecrans Memorial Airport for a returning plane. And at the National Military Heritage Museum, more than 100 young people, local citizens, politicians, emergency responders and law enforcement officers gathered to remember those who died on Sept. 11, 2001, and those who have died in the war on terror since.
Friday, Sept. 11, 2009
SAVANNAH, Mo. — A not-for-profit group celebrated the opening Thursday of another new Northwest Missouri business — Kinder Kountry Antique Mall.
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