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Nancy Inman delivers her remarks at the meeting.

Innsbrook Board postpones vote on Wags and Whiskers Animal Shelter

The Innsbrook Board of Trustees met on April 9 to discuss the Wags and Whiskers Animal Shelter and their septic lagoon. more

By Jack Underwood, Staff Writer | 4/18/24

Appeals Court upholds convictions in triple murder case

The Eastern District Court of Appeals upheld multiple felony convictions against a Montgomery County man stemming from a 2014 Valentine’s Day triple murder. more

By Tim Schmidt, Publisher | 4/17/24

No Time To Spare Founder and Director Carol Risley (left) accepted the grant from MFA Oil Assistant Manager Ryan Schuckenbrock (middle) and Board Member Tony Dameron (right).

No Time To Spare Animal Rescue receives $2,000 grant from MFA Oil Foundation

The grant was awarded to the shelter as a part of the foundations support to local non-profit organizations. more

4/16/24

During a fundraiser at Holy Rosary Catholic School, one of the auction items was the chance to be principal for the day. Brailynn and Keegan Caswell won the opportunity. On Tuesday, April 2, the siblings shared the job under the direction of Mary Wooley, principal. Brailynn was in charge of a school wide scavenger hunt while Keegan headed up an afternoon ice cream social. Both students learned some of the day-to-day jobs of being principal. Pictured, from left, are principal Mary Wooley, Brailynn and Keegan Caswell.

Holy Rosary Catholic students serve as Principal for the Day

Two Holy Rosary Catholic School students were able to work behind the principal's desk for a day after winning an auction item. more

By Cindy Gladden, Correspondent | 4/15/24

Warren County Sheriff's Department report for March 31 to April 6

The Warren County Sheriff’s Department released the following weekly activity report. Jail statistics and law enforcement incident reports are as follows for March 31 to April 6. more

4/14/24

Warrenton Police Report April 1-7

The Warrenton Police Department released the following weekly incident report for the dates of April 1-7: more

4/14/24

Warren County R-III Teacher of the Year Beth Weir gives a Pre-Algebra lesson to one of her eighth grade math classes.

Warren County R-III names Teacher of the Year

Beth Weir is a middle school math teacher and was named Warren County R-III Teacher of the Year. more

By Jack Underwood, Staff Writer | 4/13/24

MoDOT to close lanes on I-70 and I-64 for surveying work

The Improve I-70 Project #2 covering the eastern portion of I-70 between Warrenton and Wentzville is tentatively set for bid in late 2024. more

4/12/24

Check out all of the activities planned in Warren County this week

Upcoming events for April 12-17. more

4/12/24

Mayor Eric Schleuter (right) and Alderman Jack Crump (left) at the meeting.

Warrenton Board of Aldermen vote to sell city property, among other measures

Following their work session on the evening of April 2 the Warrenton Board of Aldermen also held their regular meeting and addressed several measures of note. more

By Jack Underwood, Staff Writer | 4/12/24

Students at Wright City East Elementary gathered outside with parents and teachers with their protective eyewear to view Monday afternoon’s eclipse.

Eyes on the Sky: Wright City East Elementary Students view partial eclipse

Wright City East Elementary students were temporarily released from class to view the eclipse Monday afternoon. more

By Jack Underwood, Staff Writer | 4/12/24

City of Warrenton prepares for annual yard sale

Participants can register at Warrenton City Hall or online at www.warrenton-mo.org. more

4/11/24

Interstate 70 Expansion Project Director Kim Trainor (left) and Deputy Director Chris Kelly (right) discuss the interstate with the Warrenton Board of Aldermen.

Warrenton Board of Aldermen discuss I-70 Expansion, Pinckney Property in work session

The Warrenton Board of Aldermen met for a work session meeting the evening of April 2 before their meeting last week. more

By Jack Underwood, Staff Writer | 4/11/24

Alberta man killed in motorcycle accident on Interstate 70

The Missouri State Highway Patrol reported a fatal accident on Interstate 70 Tuesday night. more

4/10/24

Upcoming MoDOT Road Work

The following is a list of general highway maintenance work the Missouri Department of Transportation has planned in Warren County for the next few weeks. All road closures and planned roadwork … more

4/10/24

Confluence Rivers to acquire Lake Sherwood water and sewer systems

The Missouri Public Service Commission has approved the acquisition of Lake Sherwood water and sewer systems by Confluence Rivers. more

4/9/24

Nearly 20 years later, travelers still remember Big Boy’s Restaurant in Wright City

Travelers and Missouri locals bonded over fried chicken for over 80 years at Big Boy’s Restaurant. The restaurant-turned-institution has the unlikeliest of beginnings. more

By the Warren County Historical Society | 4/8/24

Bria Prince, special education teacher at Wright City West Elementary School, was recently named Teacher of the Year in the Wright City School District. Prince is in her second year of teaching. She helps students fill in deficits in the areas of math, reading and writing. Prince has chosen to return to her hometown and give back to her community.

Wright City R-II names Teacher of Year

Bria Prince was named the Wright City R-II Teacher of the Year. more

By Cindy Gladden, Correspondent | 4/8/24

Guest Commentary: Severe Weather 101

Guest Commentary from Warren County Emergency Management Director Jim Sharp on how to prepare for severe weather. more

By Jim Sharp, Warren County Emergency Management Director | 4/8/24

Warrenton Police Report March 18-31

The Warrenton Police Department released the following weekly incident report for the dates of March 18 to March 31. more

4/6/24

Warren County Sheriff's Department report for March 24-30

The Warren County Sheriff’s Department released the following weekly activity report. Jail statistics and law enforcement incident reports are as follows for March 24 through March 30: … more

4/6/24

Innsbrook Board of Trustees to decide on Wags and Whiskers lagoon at Tuesday night meeting

The Innsbrook Board of Trustees will meet Tuesday evening in the Village Hall at 5:00 p.m. to discuss the Wags and Whiskers Animal Shelter's Lagoon, among other measures. more

By Jack Underwood, Staff Writer | 4/6/24

Wright City R-II to offer expanded childcare services

In the 2024-25 school year, the Wright City R-II School District will offer childcare services to families in need on late start Mondays starting at 7:15 a.m. until the start of the official school … more

By Kelly Bowen, Correspondent | 4/5/24

County offering dust suppression program

The effort is meant to mitigate the effects of dust on county roads. more

4/5/24

Wright City R-II to offer expanded childcare services

In the 2024-25 school year, the Wright City R-II School District will offer childcare services to families in need on late start Mondays starting at 7:15 a.m. more

By Kelly Bowen, Correspondent | 4/5/24