Shop LocalMental health consultant returns for lecture at Fulton State Hospital
A man Fulton State Hospital officials credit with helping shape the institution into the mental health facility it is today will soon return and greet the public.
Fulton to seek bids for asphalt overlay
The City of Fulton will be seeking bids on a number of asphalt overlay projects for 2013.
Blank steps down as CARDV director
Less than a year after taking on the position, Lori Blank has stepped down as executive director of the Coalition Against Rape and Domestic Violence.
Housing tour
Fulton councilmembers Mary Rehklau, Mike West and Wayne Chailland examine new countertops Tuesday in a Fulton Housing Authority senior and disabled unit that had just been renovated.
New Bloomfield student, soldier killed in accident
Spc. Charles P. McClure, who attended elementary and middle school in New Bloomfield, was killed May 2 in a vehicular accident while serving in the Army in Kuwait. He was 21.
Luckett named Fulton Employee of the Year
It might not be something to which everyday citizens pay much mind, but it takes a lot of work to keep the City of Fulton’s buildings in order and its lawns maintained.
Westminster program seeks family volunteers to match with, mentor international students
Adjusting to college life can be hard, but for international students who are also adjusting to a new culture while thousands of miles away from their loved ones, the task might be outright daunting.
North Callaway Assistant Superintendent Haskins to retire
After a quarter century as a North Callaway educator, one of the district’s longest standing Thunderbird is ready to leave her roost.
Inaugural youth expo to be held at Auxvasse Lions Club Park
Before it’s even started, the Callaway County Youth Expo has a new home.
Fulton Board of Education previews online registration
Preparations to implement an online registration system are nearly complete for the Fulton Public School District.
Street Fair button sales kick off with preliminary drawing
The 10th annual Fulton Street Fair kicked off Tuesday night during Business After Hours at Serenity Valley Winery, and those in attendance who bought their street fair buttons got more bang for their two bucks this year.
Two WWU alumni to speak at commencement
The two speakers at William Woods University’s undergraduate and graduate commencement ceremonies May 11 know the school from first-hand experience.
Fulton schools plans to add five teachers for 2014 budget
If all goes according to plan he Fulton Public School District plans to add five kindergarten, middle school and special education teachers in next year’s budget.
Speaker, panel discuss gay issues in Callaway, America
Imagine being asked to leave parties, being barred from participating in leadership positions at your church, legally losing your business and family or even being told it was your fault your mother died of cancer, all because of an unchangeable part of your identity.
Storytelling concert to commemorate anniversary of St. Mary in Fulton
Though it technically wasn’t built in Fulton, the Church of St. Mary might be the most historic church in Callaway County.
CASA kicks off in Callaway as three volunteers are sworn in
Callaway County foster children now have three new friends they can count on.
Trail ride for local man with pancreatic cancer to be held Saturday
Off-road enthusiasts of central Missouri are invited to a trail ride held all day May 4 beginning at 8615 State Rd. CC in Steedman that will benefit a pancreatic cancer patient and his family.
Callaway 2 named best tasting water in Missouri
Following the Great American Water Taste Test’s final judging rounds April 24, Callaway 2 Water District can boast to serve the best tasting water in the state.
Accident on 54 leaves two injured, one in serious condition
Westbound traffic on US-54 was brought to a halt Monday afternoon when an accident involving a motor grader left a motorist and his passenger injured.
Community Conversation to focus on LGBT issues, bullying
The Cultural Competence Council at Fulton State Hospital want to engage you in challenging conversation about diversity.
Large, un-platted acres now huntable in Fulton
Landowners of 200 acres or more in Fulton are allowed to hunt and burn on their property following the passage of a bill at Tuesday’s City Council meeting.
KPA’s 23rd fly-in breakfast returns May 18
All aspiring pilots and those who wish to encourage them are clear to land 7 to 11 a.m. May 18 at Elton Hensley Memorial Airport for the return of their annual Fly-In Pancake Breakfast.
Callaway County drought-free following heavy precipitation
Though they don’t have full reassurance for this summer, farmers worried about last summer’s drought conditions persisting can breathe a humid sigh of relief.
Absconded sex offender gets 25 years
Sean Price, the Calwood man found guilty of two counts of first degree statutory sodomy was sentenced to 25 years in prison Monday during a hearing in Boone County.
Callaway County drought-free following heavy precipitation
Farmers worried about persistent drought conditions similar to last summer can breathe a humid sigh of relief.
Planning for 4th of July parade underway
For an event planned in just six or seven weeks, last year’s inaugural Fourth of July parade in Fulton was a huge success, parade committee member David Beaver said.
Preservation Commission seeks sponsors for trail markers
The Fulton Historic Preservation Commission is looking for individuals, businesses or groups interested in sponsoring signs for the Stinson Creek Trail.
Tebbetts Community Hall to host dinner for local fire victims
Emily Eikermann is no stranger to the Tebbetts community banding together over food.
Moore’s Mill mass grave location discovered
Local group plans to purchase monument commemorating site
After 150 years and multiple attempts at finding the elusive unmarked site, the mass grave that holds eight Confederate and 16 Union soldiers who died in the Battle of Moore’s Mill, the lost cemetery’s location has been uncovered.
Fulton man arrested for domestic assault, robbery
The Fulton Police Department arrested a man who allegedly forced his girlfriend to withdraw money from her bank account, authorities said.
South Callaway board votes to implement $500,000 iPad initiative district-wide
At Wednesday’s meeting, the South Callaway School District agreed to a budgeted expenditure of nearly $500,000 to implement iPads in classrooms district-wide beginning with next school year.
Fulton schools simplify teacher salary schedule
The Fulton Board of Education agreed to reorganize their teacher’s salary schedule during their Wednesday meeting.
Sheriff’s office arrests man who hired hitman to kill wife
A Fulton man has been arrested after allegedly attempting to hire someone to kill his then-estranged wife, the Callaway County Sheriff’s Office said.
Women’s touring film festival features at Westminster
A fundraising film festival designed to showcase women filmmakers and the issues they portray will be coming to Westminster College Sunday.
Council approves Amazing Race-themed fundraiser 5K, investigates additional parking rentals
After the re-elected city officials swore back into office and councilman Richard Vaughn was designated deputy mayor, the Fulton City Council approved a unique 5K fundraiser through town to be hosted by a Westminster College sorority April 14 at the regular council meeting Tuesday.
Winery hosts second annual tasting fundraiser for Our House
Many in Fulton might be looking to unwind a bit after work on Tax Day, and for the second year in a row, they can now do so for a good cause.
Sex offender turns self in
A Calwood man convicted of sex offenses who failed to appear at his sentencing hearing in March has turned himself in Monday, authorities said.
NoCal, SoCal earn perfect scores in highway patrol bus inspections
Fulton, N.B. only miss by one bus
All four Callaway County public school district bus fleets scored near or above “excellent” marks in the 2013 Missouri State Highway Patrol’s annual school bus inspections, which occurred March and April this year.
Holts Summit man arrested for child pornography
A multijurisdictional cyber crimes investigation put a Holts Summit man behind bars on suspicion of child pornography Tuesday.
Two fresh faces join South Callaway school board
The upcoming South Callaway R-II School District Board of Education will have two freshman board members serving three-year terms following Tuesday’s elections.
Shiverdecker retains Fulton council seat with 69 percent of vote
In a 33-vote lead, Rick Shiverdecker held on to his seat as Ward 4 city councilman of Fulton, securing another two-year term.
Fair Housing poster contest kicks off in April
The Human Rights Commission of Fulton is organizing a poster contest to reach out to Fulton’s youth for Fair Housing Month in April.
Fulton resident, Afghan immigrant becomes U.S. citizen
Sardar Sherzad has held a lot of titles over the years.
Police search for missing Fulton teen
Girl last seen in St. Louis
A Fulton teenager has been reported as missing to the Fulton Police Department 4:30 p.m. Monday. Amjina Michelle Davis, 14, was last seen entering a black sedan of unknown make, year and model on Wyoming Street in St. Louis.
4-H student earns archery championship honors
When Anna Threatt first picked up a recurve bow for the Callaway County 4-H Shooting Sports program just last fall, she probably didn’t know she’d be using that tool to break a state record a few short months later.
Fantasy Fair to return in April
Mid-Missouri’s pirates, fairies and mad scientists of all ages are welcome to come mingle at third annual Fantasy Fair, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. April 27 and 28 at Boster Castle in Kingdom City.
Ward IV contested in Fulton’s council race
In the race for Fulton’s city council in the April 2 municipal elections, Ward IV is the only contested seat as incumbent Rick Shiverdecker hopes to defend his seat against newcomer Kathy Segerson.
Rock barn purchase with Fulton Heritage Trust falls through
City still plans to close deal with state April 4
Plans for the City of Fulton to purchase the historic rock barn at Fulton State Hospital were jeopardized when an agreement to split costs with the Fulton Heritage Trust fell out, Mayor LeRoy Benton told the council at Tuesday night’s meeting.
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