Olivia Garrett is a reporter at the Fulton Sun.
Grant helps New Bloomfield Elementary School surprise students with shoes
During a recent January school day, 35 New Bloomfield Elementary School students were surprised with pairs of fresh new kicks.
Feb. 25 2020 @ 6:13pm
New Bloomfield district considers providing school supplies
Early budget discussions for the 2020-21 school year reveal several possible changes for New Bloomfield schools: new teachers, salary increases and school supplies for all.
Feb. 25 2020 @ 12:05am
New Bloomfield 4-day school week survives divisive second vote
Residents concerned about plans to transition to a four-day school week in New Bloomfield showed up to Thursday's board meeting to voice opposition, and a second vote on the calendar threatened to derail the district's plans.
Feb. 21 2020 @ 11:14pm
South Callaway school board discusses finances and facilities
The South Callaway Board of Education failed Tuesday to move forward with the project by selecting an architect or grant writer.
Feb. 19 2020 @ 9:42pm
Pride and Prejudice and comedy: William Woods prepares for theater production
Audiences will get a peak behind the curtain at William Woods University's upcoming production of "Pride and Prejudice."
Feb. 18 2020 @ 6:05pm
Holts Summit aldermen
talk sewers,
planning and zoning
HOLTS SUMMIT — The Holts Summit Board of Aldermen discussed potential changes to the city’s Planning and Zoning Commission on Tuesday.
Feb. 13 2020 @ 12:05am
Invention Convention to feature creations of fifth-grade students
Under the careful hands of Manda Wilmsmeyer's fifth-grade students, contraptions of cardboard, plastic and tape were taking shape Friday at South Callaway Elementary School.
Feb. 3 2020 @ 6:22pm
Westminster College receives $4.4 million gift
After receiving a $4.4 million bequest, Westminster College is looking forward to improving programs and faculty compensation.
Feb. 3 2020 @ 6:19pm
Mouse Races to benefit Super Sam Foundation
The Fulton Rotary Club's sixth annual Callaway Cup Mouse Races, scheduled Feb. 22 at the Fulton Event Center, will benefit the Super Sam Foundation.
Jan. 31 2020 @ 11:03pm
Holts Summit facing sewer project
deadline
HOLTS SUMMIT — The Holts Summit Board of Aldermen voted unanimously Thursday to begin advertising for construction bids for the city’s sewer project.
Jan. 28 2020 @ 12:05am
4-day week raises questions about feeding New Bloomfield students
NEW BLOOMFIELD — As the New Bloomfield R-3 School District prepares to switch to a four-day school week, some are wondering how the calendar will impact students who rely on school lunches.
Jan. 26 2020 @ 12:05am
No solution yet for Katy Trail closure west of Portland
In April, not long before floodwaters swept over many parts of the Katy Trail, a rock slide left part of the trail west of Portland impassible. Since then, a trail closure has dragged on indefinitely.
Jan. 23 2020 @ 9:48pm
YMCA of Callaway County to host winter fun run
For those willing to brave the winter cold Saturday for the YMCA of Callaway County’s annual winter 5K, hot chocolate awaits.
Jan. 23 2020 @ 12:05am
New book by Westminster professor examines religion, environment
Many academics write for other academics, but Westminster College religious studies professor Clifford Cain is writing for everyone else.
Jan. 18 2020 @ 6:00pm
Holts Summit aldermen look to solve recycling problem
Jefferson City High School freshman Hailee Redel, 15, went to Tuesday's Holts Summit Board of Aldermen meeting armed with research and potential solutions to the city's recycling problem.
Jan. 15 2020 @ 8:36pm