The State of Missouri was notified by the State of Florida that both Missouri National Guard (MONG) and Department of Public Safety (DPS) resources previously offered for Hurricane Milton response efforts are no longer required. Yesterday, Governor Mike Parson announced that the MONG and DPS were preparing to deploy resources to assist the State of Florida. In light of Hurricane Milton being less impactful than previously expected, the State of Florida has canceled its Emergency Management Assistance Compact (EMAC) request that Missouri was responding to.
Several school districts leaving NCMC
NCMC Schools Announce Dissolution of North Central Missouri Conference (NCMC) at the end of the 2025-2026 school year. The five remaining schools in the North Central Missouri Conference (NCMC)-Hannibal Public Schools, Kirksville School District, Moberly School District, Marshall Public School, and Mexico Public Schools, have made the difficult decision to dissolve the conference, effective at the end of the 2025-2026 school year. The NCMC, which has proudly supported student athletes since its founding in 1971, has seen significant changes over the years as several member schools have moved to other conferences. Providing the best opportunities for student-athletes remains the top priority. After careful review, member schools concluded that the current five-district structure of the NCMC conference is no longer sustainable and limits the competitive opportunities students deserve.
Stolen truck has been found
Kirksville police say a truck that had been reported stolen on Friday, October 11, 2024, has been found. Kirksville Police responded to the 700 block of South Sheridan in reference to a reported stolen vehicle. Officers were advised a truck was stolen just a few minutes earlier. This vehicle is a tan 2006 Chevy Silverado 2500 single cab 4X4 with white front and side tool boxes in the bed, black fender flares, black mud flaps and rounded aluminum running board/steps Police say it was located just outside of Kirksville. No suspect has been identified.
Halloween Flashlight Eggstravaganza is October 26th
Get ready for a night of spooky fun as the Kirksville Parks and Recreation Department invites you to the 8th annual Free Halloween Flashlight EGGstravaganza! Join us on Saturday, October 26, 2024, at 7:00 pm at the North Park Complex, located at 2710 Novinger St.
Prepare for an egg-hunting adventure like no other as we scatter 11,000 eggs filled with candy and toys across the ballfields. Don’t forget to bring your flashlight and a bag because. The egg hunt begins promptly at 7:00 pm!
To ensure that every child has an enjoyable experience, we’ve organized the egg hunt into three age-appropriate zones:
• Yellow Field: Children ages 5 and under
• Orange Field: Children ages 6 through 8
• Green Field: Children ages 9 to 12
The best part? This incredible Halloween event is entirely FREE! So, gather your friends and family and join us for an unforgettable evening of Halloween fun.
United Way fundraiser coming up
United Way of Northeast Missouri (UWNEMO) will hold their semi-annual Texas Hold’em tournament Fundraiser, Wednesday, October 23, at the Dukum Inn in #DowntownKirksville . Registration for the tournament will start at 5:30 p.m. First hand will be dealt at 6:30 pm. Initial buy-in is $25 per person with buy back options available. $850 in guaranteed cash prizes await the first, second and third place finishers. 1st Prize is $500 plus a Texas Hold’em Trophy, 2nd Place is $250 and 3rd Place is $100. All proceeds will go to benefit the United Way’s agencies.
Get ready for delays on U.S. 61
Weather permitting, motorists can expect short delays when traveling on U.S. Route 61 as rolling closures are planned for the week of October 28 between midnight and 4:00 a.m. while crews set girders for the new Missouri Route 47 bridge over U.S. 61 at Troy in Lincoln County. This work is part of stage 2 construction on the diverging diamond interchange project. Missouri Route 47 remains reduced to one lane in each direction, including a 12-foot width restriction, from North Lincoln Drive to East Cherry Street. U.S. 61 off-ramp traffic continues to be restricted to right turns only at the ramp terminals onto MO 47. Motorists should utilize the signed detour in reaching their destinations. Stage 2 is scheduled to be complete by December 15, 2024.
Shakeout is October 17th
The Missouri State Emergency Management Agency resminds, Many recognize the southeast region of the state as Missouri’s Bootheel, but did you know it is also at the center of the New Madrid Seismic Zone – one of the most active earthquake zones in the U.S.? Wherever you are, it’s important to know what to do when the shaking starts! Register for the #ShakeOut to practice with thousands of Missourians on Oct. 17. At 10:17 am (local time) on 10/17, you can join more than a million people across the Central U.S. practicing earthquake safety. While we encourage you to participate with everyone, you can register your ShakeOut drill for any day of the year, and drill at a time of your choice. You can also include people in multiple locations through video conferencing. You can register and learn more by going to shakeout.org.
Bolognafest is October 19th
Downtown Kirksville is the place to be for Bolognafest on Saturday, October 19, 2024, from 3:00 pm to 5:30 pm. There will be free food, games, prizes, music and much more. New this year is a trunk or treat! You won’t want to miss this uniquely Kirksville event.
Route M Bridge is open
The Carroll/Chariton County Route M bridge over the Grand River east of Bosworth is now open after a rehabilitation project. The bridge, built in 1983, carries approximately 300 vehicles per day. The project included replacing the bridge’s deck, barriers and approaches, along with sealing the bridge structure and various drainage work.
Flags flown at half staff
Governor Mike Parson ordered the U.S. and Missouri flags to be flown at half-staff at government buildings in the City of St. Louis and all sheriffs’ offices in Missouri on Friday, October 11, 2024, to honor St. Louis City Sheriff’s Office Deputy Dennis Boyd. Before joining the St. Louis City Sheriff’s Office, Deputy Boyd had served for two years with the St. Louis City Division of Corrections. On the morning of September 25, Deputy Boyd suffered a medical emergency as he returned to the Sheriff’s Office after beginning work before dawn.