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PROPOSITION KIDS will be on the ballot when voters head to the polls on April 2. The R-IX District is seeking a multi-million dollar bond to make improvements to facilities. A meeting will be held on March 11 in the WHS gymnasium at 6:00 PM where voters will have the chance to learn more about the district’s proposition plan. Superintendent Scott Gemes and Assistant Superintendent Shannon Deckard presented a rendering of proposed changes.
Warsaw R-IX District Seeks Bond For Building Improvements
The need for improvements to the buildings of the Warsaw R-9 School District has prompted the Board of Education to ask voters to approve Proposition KIDS on April 2. The bond issue will not increase … more
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A BELOVED BENTON COUNTY FIGURE, 97.1 The Lake DJ Kenny Treece recently marked his 10,000th broadcast. Treece began his career with the station in 1984.
Milestone In Music: Local DJ Spins 10,000 Broadcasts
On-air radio personality Kenny Treece was a farm boy who loved listening to music and radio when he landed his first radio job in Warsaw at Ozark 98 in April of 1984. Although he produced radio … more
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A GRAND EVENING greeted attendees of Cornerstone Academy’s pledge dinner at the Warsaw Community Building, including Christy Hoagland and CAO's Founder and Director, Dr. Rebecka Spencer.
Pledges Aplenty At Annual Dinner For Cornerstone Academy Of The Ozarks
Friends, family and students of Cornerstone Academy of the Ozarks gathered at the Warsaw Community Building on February 17 to enjoy an evening of entertainment, food and fellowship. The annual … more
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Lack Of Quorum Turns Warsaw Meeting Into Work Session On $30M Improvement Plans
Lacking a quorum, Aldermen Adam Howe, Lou Breshears, Eric Flores, plus Mayor Eddie Simon and several City of Warsaw employees met on Monday eve, March 4 at 6:00 PM to hear Administrator Randy Pogue … more
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Hope5One To Host "The Stop Trafficking Project"
We are excited to welcome The Stop Trafficking Project to BENTON COUNTY The Stop Trafficking Project has used the BeAlert Strategy with over 100,000 students in Missouri and Kansas via school … more
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DEMOCRACY IN ACTION, Susan Steiner and Lisa Treece prepared the Community Building for Saturday’s Presidential Primary Caucus that will get underway at 10:00 AM. The Democrat’s will hold a presidential preference primary election on March 23.
Benton County Republicans Set For Presidential Primary Caucus
The Benton County Republican Central Committee is hard at work getting ready for the Republican Presidential Caucus. On Saturday, March 2, citizens across the state of Missouri will file into their … more
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JUMPING FOR JOY, Warsaw's Jayce Estes ended up in the arms of his dad, Lance, after taking first place at the 2024 MSHSAA Wrestling Championships.
'Cats Estes Wins State Championship! Murrell, Harvath Also Make Podium
When Jayce Estes began this season for the Wildcats, he set two goals for himself: 1) to not lose more than five matches, and 2) be the first sophomore at Warsaw to win a state championship. … more
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GETTING THE WORD OUT, VFW Past State Commander Royce Kelb met with Susan Kelb and Seth Coon regarding exorbitant fees that some Veterans have been subject to when filing disability.
Veterans Target Of Outrageous Predatory Fees With New Scam
VFW Past State Commander Royce Kelb is warning veterans about lawyers who are filing their disability claims and then taking outrageous fees for their services from settlements. “Some … more
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Warsaw Limits Speed On Commercial St.
In new business Monday eve, Warsaw aldermen approved an ordinance limiting speed on Commercial Street from the Missouri Department of Transportation right-of-way to downtown at 25 miles per hour, … more
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HELPING TRANSPORT THE MIND, Anita Derendinger brings the bookmobile to Benton, Cooper and Pettis Counties. Derendinger stopped at Warsaw’s Drake Harbor on Monday and told the Enterprise, “It’s one of our busiest stops and one of the prettiest.”
Adventures Of Anita And The Boonslick Bookmobile
BRLMobile2GO provides library books to Benton, Pettis and Cooper Counties to residents who are not able to visit a library. A cargo van of books selected by the bookmobile driver and librarian, Anita … more
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LISTEN UP! Charlotte Beck, Warsaw 6th grade coach, instructs her players during a timeout Wednesday during the 92nd Annual Lion's Club Tournament. The week long boys and girls tournament held at the Warsaw Community Building, drew good crowds and raised money for various charities.
Legendary Lion's Club Basketball Tournament Lights Up The Winter
The weather cooperated as the week long 92nd Lion's Club Basketball Tournament went on without a hitch. For years, talented men's teams from all over Missouri graced the Warsaw Community … more
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A Nichols Worth Of Nature
Beginning Friday, February 16 and going through Monday, February 19, the Cornell Lab of Ornithology, in conjunction with the National Audubon Society, will be conducting the 26th annual Great … more
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Lincoln Okays Downtown Extension Of Business District
In late session Monday eve, Lincoln Mayor Glen Nelson noted that the city's present business district extends only along Highway 65, then suggested the city may wish to include Main Street (or … more
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AN HONOR WELL DESERVED, the Warsaw Wildcats football 1988-95 program era was part of the Enshrinement Class of 2024 into the Missouri Sports Hall of Fame at a ceremony held on Sunday. On behalf of himself and many other coaches, staff and players in attendance, former coach Randy Morrow received the award from CEO/Executive Director of the Missouri Sports Hall of Fame, Byron Shive.
Warsaw Football Takes Dynasty Era Into Missouri Sports Hall Of Fame
From 1988 to 1995, Warsaw Wildcats football was arguably the top Class 2 program in the state, winning state championships in 1990 and 1993, and reaching the MSHSAA Final Four five other times … more
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LOVE IS LIMITLESS for Benton County couples, including Marc and Amy Spunaugle who have been married for 29 years.
Love Stories That Will Warm Your Heart As Valentine's Day Approaches
Love is in the air as Valentine’s Day approaches. Most young men will be buying flowers, chocolates and cards. It is also the day that most marriage proposals are made but what happens after … more
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ON THE ROAD, Missouri State Treasurer Vivek Malek met with Benton County Treasurer Rick Renno at the Benton County Courthouse on Friday afternoon.
State Treasurer Malek Meets Treasurer Renno
Missouri State Treasurer Vivek Malek visited Benton County Treasurer Rick Renno today to raise awareness of Missouri’s $1 billion in unclaimed assets, on National Unclaimed Property Day. … more
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Warsaw Okays Plans For More Major Infrastructure Improvements
In late session Monday eve, Warsaw aldermen okayed a resolution which would bring a 75 percent federal grant to the city for improvements to its Drake Harbor rest rooms, parking lot, a bicycle route … more
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SHOWING HIS SUPPORT for the twin lake's area, Congressman Mark Alford, along with a small contingent that included Benton County Economic Development Director Jo Ann Lane toured Truman Dam's massive powerhouse.
Congressman Mark Alford Gets A Rare Peek Inside Truman Dam's Powerhouse
The Benton County Economic Development (BCED) committee members made a tour of the Harry S. Truman Lake Powerhouse on January 24 as part of their monthly meeting, along with Congressman Mark Alford … more
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A BOOK FINDING ADVENTURE was on the menu at the Warsaw Library for Waylon and McCoy Cobb who were accompanied by their grandmother Robin Baumgardt.
It's Winter Time And The Reading Is Good!
Cold weather has kept many people with small children wondering how to keep their children busy and occupied. One of those great past times is reading. According to educators, while children are … more
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GUNSTOCK FACTORIES were a driving force in Benton County's economy and gave Warsaw global fame for their custom stocks. A new exhibit curated by Marty Fajen-Weaver tells the story.
New Exhibit Shows Warsaw As World's Gunstock Capital
Each year the Benton County Museum rotates exhibits and adds new items that have been donated and this year, one of the exhibits that curators and volunteers are busy expanding and are excited about … more
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THE STATE FAIR Community College Adult Education and Literacy program announces the revival of the High School Equivalency (HiSET/GED) preparatory class in Benton County. Amber Glenn, instructor, and April Godwin, the Adult Education and Literacy program director.
SFCC AEL Brings HiSET/GED Prep Classes To Benton County
The State Fair Community College Adult Education and Literacy program announces the revival of the High School Equivalency (HiSET/GED) preparatory class in Benton County. AEL invites the community to … more
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WARSAW RESIDENT Rick Bibb gave a big monetary boost to the Steamboat Landing Playground at Drake Harbor. Bibb marked the occasion with Warsaw City Clerk Jessica Kendall, Building Inspector Brad Blankenship and Tom Hill.
Bibb Gives Major Money For Steamboat Landing Playground
Phase I of the Steamboat Landing playground at Drake Harbor in Warsaw was completed in October 2022. Afterwards, a survey of the community revealed a desire to enlarge the playground with more … more
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TAKING IT TO THE SEAT, Warsaw's Kayla Red Wing takes AMI days seriously and uses the time at home to help instruct her children, Bentley and Bailey Steenburgen.
Opinions Vary On AMI Days Versus Traditional Snow Days
Students in Missouri used to wait in anticipation of the cancellation of school due to bad weather conditions. A "snow day" meant a day off from school and time to sleep in late and then play in the … more
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BEFORE THE SEARCH GETS UNDERWAY for a new Warsaw Area Chamber of Commerce Director, Board President Whitney Day says the organization is reviewing the chamber as a whole, which may take a couple of months. Megan Petersen is serving as interim director.
Warsaw Chamber Readies For Annual Banquet Amid Major Positive Changes
The Warsaw Chamber of Commerce is ever growing and constantly looking for ways to better themselves and the community. February will bring with it the State of the Chamber event and catered dinner at … more
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Kinship Connection Offers Support
Care Connection for Aging Services is presenting a regular support group for grandparents and other relatives raising children. The program will take place at the Warsaw Senior Center/Harbor Village … more
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