Stories by Michael Shine

Callaway County to apply for second ARPA payment FULTON, Mo. -- Callaway County plans to apply for more than $4 million in American Rescue Plan Act funds.This will be the second half of the county's approved allotment in ARPA funding. Each payme... June 8, 2022

Callaway County renews grant for domestic violence investigators Callaway County will receive a grant for two domestic violence investigators through the Violence Against Women Act.The County Commission recently accepted the 75-25 grant, which the Sheriff's Off... June 7, 2022

Callaway County residents request ordinance to combat solar farms Residents from northern Callaway County met with county commissioners this week, asking what can be done about solar companies attempting to set up farms in the area.They proposed the county look into... June 4, 2022

New Bloomfield graduates 49 seniors The New Bloomfield class of 2022 graduated Friday evening through the power of never giving up, said Salutatorian Lacey Quinn."New Bloomfield High School has not only been our home for many years... May 31, 2022

60 graduate from South Callaway In the cool Sunday afternoon air, 60 high school students graduated from the South Callaway R-2 School District.The graduating class included 12 students who were part of the National Honor Society an... May 22, 2022

New vice president of enrollment services appointed at WWU Dr. Andy Otto will be William Woods University's new vice president of enrollment services. Otto comes to William Woods from Ottawa University, where he has served as the director of enrollment manage... May 20, 2022

One registers for Callaway County auditor in reopened filing FULTON, Mo. -- Filing reopened Wednesday for the Callaway County auditor position.Incumbent Karen Rentschler put in to run again during the original filing period, which closed March 29.County Clerk R... May 19, 2022

South Callaway recognizes employees and retirees MOKANE, Mo. -- The South Callaway R-2 Board of Education honored 20 employees who have achieved milestone years of service to the district and nine who will retire at the end of the 2021-22 school yea... May 17, 2022

Callaway Nuclear Plant passes inspection The Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) did not find any major violations during its inspection of the Callaway Nuclear Plant.The report, published Monday, did include one minor violation that has bee... May 17, 2022

8 added to Firefighters Memorial KINGDOM CITY, Mo. -- Boone County Fire Protection District Assistant Chief Bryant Gladney responded to a crash early in the morning on Dec. 22. It ended up being a call he wouldn't come home from.... May 16, 2022

Westminster College grad becomes Army officer Westminster College graduating senior Brooke R. Thompson was recognized for a different accomplishment.The college hosted a commissioning ceremony Friday morning that recognized Thompson officially jo... May 14, 2022

Sunday service to honor fallen Missouri firefighters KINGDOM CITY -- People will gather in Kingdom City this weekend to recognize fallen firefighters from around the state. A candlelight vigil will be at 9 p.m. Saturday, and a memorial service will be a... May 13, 2022

New Bloomfield school district unveils walking trail, outdoor learning space As part of its final Partners in Education event for the school year, New Bloomfield R-3 faculty took community members on a tour of the district's walking trail next to the high school.Work on th... May 12, 2022

Morels and Microbrews Festival turns 10 A long-shot idea has become a Fulton staple over the last decade. More than 1,260 people came out to the Fulton Brick District on Saturday for the annual Morels and Microbrews Festival. Gerry Vaught, ... May 8, 2022

11 added to Missouri Law Enforcement Memorial JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. -- A somber crowd gathered Saturday morning at the Missouri Law Enforcement Memorial to recognize the recently fallen.Six Missouri Department of Corrections officers and five law e... May 8, 2022

MDC hires new conservation educator for Callaway County Ethan Regan will combine his passion for education and love for the outdoors as he begins his new career as a conservation educator with the Missouri Department of Conservation.Starting in June, Regan... May 5, 2022

Fulton Playhouse recognized for restoration efforts FULTON, Mo. -- The Missouri Alliance for Historic Preservation recognized restoration efforts at the Brick District Playhouse Theatre.The Playhouse received a Preserve Missouri Award last month at a c... May 3, 2022

County continues work on new, updated jail Along with additional space, an expansion at the Callaway County Jail means an opportunity to upgrade. The county built the current jail in 1989, and since then standard procedures have changed and th... April 30, 2022

Prosecuting attorney helps recognize victims’ rights Callaway County Prosecuting Attorney Chris Wilson knows the importance of victims' rights from personal experience. Wilson's introduction to the criminal justice system was by means of his sister's de... April 29, 2022

Callaway County Commission renews SRO contracts The Callaway County Commission approved continuing the school resource officer program at three of the county's school districts.The Callaway County Sheriff's Office supplies officers to New B... April 29, 2022

NextEra hopes to repair relationship in solar project A meeting between the Callaway County Commission and representatives from NextEra Energy started with an apology Tuesday morning.NextEra developer Bo McGee said things haven't gone the way he woul... April 27, 2022

Fulton woman worried for, tries to help family in Ukraine For Inessa Moreland, Russia's invasion of Ukraine is more than headlines about a distant conflict -- it's hitting home.Moreland immigrated to Fulton from Ukraine in 2000 when her husband got a... April 23, 2022

Callaway, Audrain hospitals to have new owner The Callaway Community Hospital will reopen under new ownership.Platinum Team Management announced late Thursday evening it will assume control of the Callaway and Audrain Community Hospitals along wi... April 23, 2022

Fulton police locate body during shooting investigation The Fulton Police Department located an unidentified male body Tuesday morning believed to be a third shooting victim in a home invasion from the night before.Officers responded to a report of a found... April 20, 2022

Questions remain on impact of solar panels While the community seeks answers, some officials don't have enough information to answer questions about a potential solar project around New Bloomfield. The county assessor and New Bloomfield fire c... April 17, 2022

Officials optimistic that Callaway Community Hospital will reopen Officials are optimistic Callaway Community Hospital will reopen -- possibly as early as June.Callaway County Presiding Commissioner Gary Jungermann and Fulton Mayor Lowe Cannell said while there'... April 16, 2022

Officials: No agreements with NextEra on potential solar farm in Callaway County Callaway County officials stated Wednesday they have not entered into any contracts with the solar power company interested in building a farm around New Bloomfield. Presiding Commissioner Gary Junger... April 14, 2022

New Bloomfield declares solar farms a nuisance NEW BLOOMFIELD -- The Board of Aldermen voted unanimously Tuesday evening to declare utility-scale solar installations a city nuisance. The measure comes after community outcry over a potential solar ... April 14, 2022

UK minister talks Churchill, invasion of Ukraine during visit to Westminster FULTON -- Westminster College hosted a U.K. dignitary Tuesday amid ongoing international conversations about Russia's invasion of Ukraine. U.K. Minister of State for Europe and North America James Cle... April 13, 2022

Callaway, Audrain Community Hospitals furlough 175 employees Employees with the Callaway and Audrain Community Hospitals were furloughed this week as part of the Noble Health System's temporary closure.Both hospitals are seeking financing to avoid shutting ... April 9, 2022

Fulton Rotary hosts baby shower for Afghan refugees Callaway County recently became home for five Afghan families, including three expecting mothers.The women of the Fulton Rotary Club recently held a baby shower for the women. One had her baby earlier... April 7, 2022

Jefferson City Council candidates’ views mixed on Capitol Avenue issue Candidates for the Jefferson City Council have mixed feelings on the city's work to address blight around the Capitol Avenue corridor.The Jefferson Housing Authority has acquired nine dilapidated ... April 3, 2022

Concerned Callaway County residents to host solar project town hall A group of residents against a potential solar project near New Bloomfield will host a town hall meeting with local leadership. According to the group's announcement, the town hall will be at 6:30 p.m... April 1, 2022

City considers using donations for animal control upgrades Upgraded equipment for Jefferson City animal control officers could be paid for using donations to the animal shelter. The Public Safety Committee unanimously approved using $33,031 from the donation ... April 1, 2022

Jefferson City Council candidates discuss equity in sewer bond use Two issues on next week's ballot met Monday night during a Jefferson City Council candidate forum hosted by Faith Voices and the NAACP.Voters will decide April 5 between two candidates for each Wa... March 29, 2022

Callaway County Commission, community discuss water crossing concerns The Callaway County Commission is looking into a low water passing over Stinson Creek on County Road 419 near Hams Prairie after a meeting with local residents Friday.The commission's hope is to h... March 27, 2022

Hospital to temporarily close The Callaway Community Hospital will temporarily cease operations as of 5 p.m. tonight. According to a release, the hospital will reopen when it can "return to delivering high-quality, safe care." Aud... March 25, 2022

Callaway Community Hospital temporarily suspends service Due to technical issues, the Callaway Community Hospital temporarily limited services, starting in the early hours of Saturday.As part of this, the Fulton hospital will stop inpatient admissions and a... March 20, 2022

Pokemon brings people together The term "rare find" is that for a reason, because it isn't easy to come by.For those who play Pokemon, it refers to finding a special or shiny card.However, for some people discovering ... March 20, 2022

Fulton childrens theater puts on ‘Alice in Wonderland’ Mid-Missouri students are taking a trip down the rabbit hole with a production of "Alice in Wonderland (Not the Musical)" at the Fulton Brick District Playhouse.The cast, made up of students... March 17, 2022

Jefferson City Housing Authority pays for Capitol Avenue properties in eminent domain suit The Jefferson City Housing Authority's lawsuit to acquire five Capital Avenue properties is in its final stages.The entity filed an eminent domain lawsuit during the summer for 413-415, 417, 419, ... March 16, 2022

Area residents concerned about potential solar project NEW BLOOMFIELD, Mo. -- While not the format most Callaway County residents expected, they were given a chance to speak with representatives from a business looking to set up a solar power facility in ... March 16, 2022

Council candidates discuss city staffing, pay in forum While each has a somewhat different approach, all four candidates for Jefferson City Council see opportunities in the near future to address salaries and staffing levels within city government.The New... March 9, 2022

Westminster presenter: Zelenskyy invasion response similar to Churchill As scholars watch the Russian invasion of Ukraine, they see similarities between Ukraine President Volodymry Zelenskyy and former British Prime Minister Winston Churchill.Churchill held the position 1... March 8, 2022

South Callaway High School finishes facelift MOKANE, Mo. -- The South Callaway R-2 School District installed a new sign at the high school as the last step in a facelift for the building.Superintendent Kevin Hillman said the work started last su... March 6, 2022

Filing opens for Callaway County elections Callaway County voters will have a choice to make on the Aug. 2 ballot for a presiding commissioner.Filing opened Tuesday for nine Callaway County elected officials, including presiding commissioner.T... February 22, 2022

Council candidates explain views of tax abatements as development tool Use of tax abatements to attract business or encourage growth of existing businesses has drawn criticism as unnecessary or unfair taxing practices. Four candidates seeking two seats on the City Counci... February 20, 2022

Two Fulton State Hospital projects in proposed budget Gov. Mike Parson's proposed $46 billion budget for 2022-23 includes funding for two additional programs at Fulton State Hospital. One would add a ward to the Hearnes Forensic Center for dual diagnosis... February 20, 2022

Four council candidates list infrastructure, salaries, growth as priorities Voters in only two Jefferson City wards will see a contested race on the April ballot.Ward 1 has candidates Jack Deeken and Jacob R. Robinette while Ward 3 has incumbent Erin L. Wiseman and Bob Scrivn... February 13, 2022

Callaway County Recorder digitizes historic records When Callaway County Recorder of Deeds Christine Kleindienst first took office, she started looking into digitizing the county's historical records. The county started keeping digital records of deeds... February 12, 2022

Stories by Michael Shine

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