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Covid’s Impact On Warsaw Library Goes Beyond Books

Published by admin on Wed, 01/27/2021 - 1:05pm
More services and programs than ever are available at Boonslick Regional Library (BRL), except for browsing inside the facilities. Warsaw’s library is currently in the middle of the Winter Adult Reading Program which began January 2, and will continue until February 13. Participants are eligible for prizes such as candles, puzzles and free passes to Warsaw Fitness and Integrated Fitness.

Commissioners Urged To Get Proactive On 2nd Amendment

Published by admin on Wed, 01/27/2021 - 12:42pm
Determined to protect and preserve the Second Amendment right to bear arms, Benton County Republican Women (BCRW) took up the gauntlet Joe Biden threw down earlier this month. On Friday, January 22, they launched an initiative to bring together “Concerned Citizens of Benton County.”

New Chamber President Will Face Unusual Times

Published by admin on Wed, 01/20/2021 - 10:26am
Kevin LaPittus, owner of R-Bar and Grill in Warsaw, is the 2021 President of the Warsaw Chamber of Commerce. It is his seventh and last year on the Chamber Board.
“I first became a member of the Board when I was asked to fill a vacant position,” said LaPittus. “Then I served a three-year term, and I am currently finishing up a second term. Board members only serve two terms.”

Sales Tax Collections Up For 2020, What To Expect In 2021

Published by admin on Wed, 01/20/2021 - 10:25am
Benton County sales tax receipts increased by an all-time high of 6 percent by the end of year 2020, reflecting strong growth despite the adverse impact of COVID-19 on many areas and some businesses. Having budgeted for a 2 percent increase the year-end totals were a pleasant surprise. Recall that six months ago Treasurer Rick Renno reported receipts were only one-half percent higher than for the same period in 2019 (Enterprise, July 30, 2020).

Chromebooks Give A Boost During Corona

Published by admin on Wed, 01/13/2021 - 9:44am
When Warsaw R-IX middle and high school students returned for the second semester of the 2020-2021 school year, on January 5, they were issued Chromebooks to take home with them for the first time. The laptops have previously been available for classroom use only and were stored in charging carts at the end of their use. Elementary students also use Chromebooks, but are limited to using them in classrooms.

Warsaw Couple Shares Trump Rally Experience

Published by admin on Wed, 01/13/2021 - 9:43am
Warsaw residents Ted and Teresa Gatliff travelled to Washington, D. C. recently to celebrate their anniversary.  Teresa had never been to the nation's capital before and they decided to go to see the sights and hear President Trump's speech on January 6.
"We wanted to show our support of the President and to be a part of what we thought would be a historical moment," said Teresa.
The Gatliffs were in Washington the night before and on the morning of January 6 they started walking down to where President Trump was scheduled to speak.

Who’s Where In The County’s Vaccine Line

Published by admin on Wed, 01/13/2021 - 9:41am
Health Department Administrator, Linda Viebrock, said Missouri’s COVID vaccination program in Benton County is “going very well and as planned.” Along with health department colleagues, Viebrock received her first dose of the Pfizer vaccine on December 21, and the booster shot this week on Monday, January 11. 

County Commission Faces Slew Of Challenges In 2021

Published by admin on Wed, 01/06/2021 - 1:21pm
The Benton County Commission begins 2021 with two new Commissioners. Larry Berry was elected in November to fill the South Commissioner position, and Scott Harms is the new North Commissioner. Steve Daleske continues as Presiding Commissioner.
“We are looking forward in a progressive way to seek investors in our county; to having our jail completed and functioning; establishing a new courthouse phone system; addressing the Pandemic concerns; and having a prosperous year,” said Commissioner Daleske. “We are picking up where we left off in 2020.”

Protesters Sit In Silence Over Charges In Mast Murder Case

Published by admin on Wed, 01/06/2021 - 1:17pm
Child Advocacy Against Pedophilia President Tiffani Hill and  Vice President Mel Pleasant were in the Benton County Court on Tuesday, January 5, to bring awareness to the community of the need for justice for Jessica Mast, the four year old who was murdered in her home between Lincoln and Cole Camp on December 20.
 "We are here to seek justice for Jessica Mast who cannot speak for herself," said Hill.  

Warsaw Man Dies During Reported Scuffle

Published by admin on Wed, 12/30/2020 - 12:02pm
A 63-year-old Warsaw woman has been charged with a couple of felonies after law enforcement responded to a domestic disturbance call on Tuesday, December 22.