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Missouri coronavirus cases spike; unclear if it's a hot spot Coronavirus cases in Missouri are rising at an alarming rate, but health experts said Wednesday it's too soon to know if the state is emerging as one of the next hot spots for the pandemic. by JIM SALTER and HEATHER HOLLINGSWORTH, Associated Press Published Apr. 1 2020 @ 3:31pm

Winning slogan makes debut on sign Fulton's new slogan now proudly welcomes travelers to town. Published Apr. 1 2020 @ 12:05am

Fulton Medical Center gains chief medical officer Fulton Medical Center has a new chief medical officer to lead its COVID-19-fighting efforts. by Helen Wilbers Published Mar. 31 2020 @ 6:24pm

Restaurants join campaign to provide Our House meals Our House's new campaign offers a way to feed Our House residents and support local restaurants — all at the same time. by Helen Wilbers Published Mar. 31 2020 @ 6:22pm

William Woods moves to test-optional admissions for fall 2020 William Woods University is dropping test requirements for prospective fall 2020 freshmen. Published Mar. 31 2020 @ 6:19pm

New Bloomfield bus drivers deliver meals to students Bus drivers Glenn Farris and Bob Kinsley delivered 69 meals Tuesday to New Bloomfield children stuck at home while schools are closed. by Olivia Garrett Published Mar. 31 2020 @ 6:17pm

Wanted woman found under bed The Callaway County Sheriff's Office has made multiple felony arrests since Friday, according to Sheriff Clay Chism. Published Mar. 31 2020 @ 12:06am

Economic development aid network being deployed The Missouri Department of Economic Development has activated a statewide network of more than 400 economic development groups to offer assistance to employers impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. by Phillip Sitter Published Mar. 31 2020 @ 12:05am

Gov. Parson appoints Western District Appeals judge Gov. Mike Parson has appointed a new judge to the state appeals court district that has jurisdiction over much of Mid-Missouri. Published Mar. 31 2020 @ 12:05am

Conservation department accepting cost-share grant applications The Missouri Department of Conservation is taking applications for its annual cost-share grants to assist government entities and nonprofit groups with management, improvement, and conservation of trees and forests on public land. by News Tribune Published Mar. 31 2020 @ 12:05am

Mid-Missouri coronavirus-related school closings, announcements The following are Mid-Missouri school cancellations and announcements related to the coronavirus outbreak. Published Mar. 31 2020 @ 12:05am

Callaway United Way launches COVID-19 fund In response to increased community need, the Callaway County United Way is launching a fund dedicated to supporting COVID-19 response efforts. by Helen Wilbers Published Mar. 30 2020 @ 11:57pm

Callaway County anthology seeks entries Businesses are temporarily closing their doors, school is out, and social events are being canceled left and right. by Helen Wilbers Published Mar. 30 2020 @ 11:53pm

Kith and Kin: Danielle Elsenrath Danielle Elsenrath owns Express Yourself, an art studio in Fulton that hosts craft nights, events and parties. by Olivia Garrett Published Mar. 30 2020 @ 11:50pm

Missouri governor expects more months of social distancing Gov. Mike Parson said Monday that Missouri's statewide social distancing order is in the process of being expanded beyond its original end date next week. by Phillip Sitter Published Mar. 30 2020 @ 4:55pm

Missouri reports more than 1,000 COVID-19 cases, 13 dead The number of confirmed coronavirus cases in Missouri surpassed 1,000 on Monday and the state's death toll rose to 13. by Associated Press Published Mar. 30 2020 @ 12:55pm

Democratic leader dies as Missouri coronavirus cases top 900 A Democratic Party leader in western Missouri died Sunday after contracting COVID-19 as the number of confirmed coronavirus cases in the state exceeded 900 and the death toll reached 12. by Associated Press Published Mar. 30 2020 @ 5:12am

Mid-Missouri coronavirus-related event cancellations, announcements Mid-Missouri event cancellations and announcements related to the coronavirus outbreak. Published Mar. 30 2020 @ 12:05am

Fulton resident wins $100K Scratchers prize Arlander Johnson, of Fulton, recently uncovered a $100,000 top prize on a Missouri Lottery "Blazin' 7s Crossword" Scratchers game. by To the Fulton Sun Published Mar. 29 2020 @ 12:05am

Williamsburg student places in song composition contest A Williamsburg Elementary student was among the winners of this year's Mizzou New Music Initiative's 15th annual Creating Original Music Project competition. by To the Fulton Sun Published Mar. 29 2020 @ 12:05am

Westminster takes steps to help students amid COVID-19 outbreak In the wake of cancellations related to the COVID-19 pandemic, Westminster College has announced plans to waive ACT and SAT requirements for fall 2020 applicants. Published Mar. 28 2020 @ 6:19pm

Children's Trust Fund works to protect kids during coronavirus pandemic The Missouri Children's Trust Fund has an eye toward protecting youth during the COVID-19 pandemic. by Helen Wilbers Published Mar. 28 2020 @ 6:17pm

Fulton Oriental Store keeps clean to slow the spread of COVID-19 Fulton Oriental Store is going beyond a mere mop-down to help prevent the spread of COVID-19. by Olivia Garrett Published Mar. 28 2020 @ 6:14pm