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Governor Mike Kehoe announced seven gubernatorial appointments to various commissions and filled one county vacancy, which is for Sullivan County Administrator. Ashley Hoselton, of Galt, was appointed as the Sullivan County Public Administrator. Ms. Hoselton previously served as the deputy clerk for the Sullivan County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office before being appointed as the interim public administrator for Sullivan County. She also serves as a member of the Sullivan County Senior Tax Board. Hoselton graduated from Chillicothe High School.

The Missouri Department of Conservation’s (MDC) Virtual Hunting Series continues Thursday, Feb. 19 from 5:30-6:30 p.m. with a lesson on hunting blinds and tree stands. This free event is designed for all ages. Join MDC instructors as they discuss the different types of blinds and tree stands. Participants of this event will learn when to use a blind versus a tree stand and which versions may better suit their hunting goals. Register for this event at http://short.mdc.mo.gov/owU. The link to join this class will be sent the morning of the event.

Kirksville Voters will be asked about a sales tax proposal on the April 7 ballot to fund critical facilities for the Kirksville Police Department and Kirksville Fire Department.
The Police & Fire Facilities Sales Tax would fund one new fire station on the north side of the city and one new station on the south side, improving response times for incidents where every second counts. It would also fund a new police station that can best support effective and efficient law enforcement.
For more information on this proposal, please visit Kirksville.gov/p/election. There, you can learn more about how long it takes the Fire Department to reach the north and south parts of the city from its central station. You can also learn the ways an old bank doesn’t adequately serve the Police Department’s needs.
The City will host a public presentation on the proposal at 5:30 pm on March 2 at the Kirksville Aquatic Center. This is an opportunity to hear from staff, ask questions, and learn more about the proposal.
If you aren’t yet registered to vote on April 7, the deadline is March 11.

The Missouri State Highway Patrol, in conjunction with the American Legion, is now accepting applications for the 54th Cadet Patrol Academy. The joint program between the Missouri State Highway Patrol and the American Legion is looking for young men and women ages 16-18 to join the 54th Cadet Patrol Academy for the 2026 class. The week-long class begins June 7, 2026, and gives students an opportunity to gain hands on experience and an understanding of law enforcement. Additionally, students can explore different career paths within the Patrol. The Cadets will spend the week mirroring the work recruits do during the Patrol academy. A graduation ceremony will be held for participants on Friday, June 12, 2026. Students who apply must have a GPA of 2.0 or higher, be of good moral character, have a valid driver’s license or permit, turn 16 prior to April 1, 2026, and have an interest in pursuing a career in the Criminal Justice System

Exciting improvements are coming to East Mill Street this year, and the City of Kirksville wants to make sure residents are aware of what’s coming.
Join staff from the City and McClure Engineering for an informational meeting on the project on February 18 at the Kirksville Aquatic Center from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm. The scope of work you’ll be able to learn more about includes:

• Reconstruction of the street
• Drainage improvements
• New sidewalk around Rotary Park
  “We know this is a heavily traveled area for nearby residents and visitors to Rotary Park and the Kirksville Aquatic Center. This is not only a critical infrastructure upgrade for those who live in and frequently commute through this area, but also an accessible form of travel that connects amenities to the overall trail system,” said Kirksville Public Works Director Adam Dorrell.
  The City will communicate additional information to residents closer to when the work will begin. This project will be done in phases to maintain access as best as possible.
  For more information, contact Public Works at 660.627.1291.

The City of Kirksville says The Adair County Veterans Memorial honors veterans from the region who served in all conflicts. Any honorably discharged or active-duty member of the United States Armed Forces who is, or has been, a resident of Adair County or a neighboring county in Missouri is eligible for inclusion. To register a veteran for inclusion, please contact City Clerk Diane Albrecht at dalbrecht@kirksville.gov or 660.627.1225. To have the engraving completed in time for Memorial Day, arrangements must be completed with the City Clerk by March 18.

Are you getting excited for the World Cup to come to Missouri in a few months? If so, Kirksville Parks and Recreation has the perfect program for kids looking to get started with soccer. Registration is open for the spring session of Tiny Tykes Soccer, an exciting and engaging six-week program for children ages 3 through 5 that introduces foundational soccer skills with play-based learning. Practices begin at 5:30 pm starting the week of March 30, 2026. Registrants have their choice of a Tuesday, Wednesday, or Thursday session; each session lasts 45 minutes. Register online at Kirksville.gov/p/parks-recreation or in person at the Kirksville Aquatic Center.

The City of Kirksville says Are you someone looking for ways to help your community through volunteering? Join us for the JustServe Kirksville Kick-Off Event, which will take place on Thursday, February 19, from 4:00 to 6:00 pm at Sip Downtown. This free, come-and-go event is designed to connect individuals with meaningful local volunteer opportunities while introducing the JustServe.org platform-a free, easy-to-use tool that helps people find ways to serve in their community. The event is open to all ages and backgrounds, whether participants are seasoned volunteers or simply looking for new ways to give back. Complimentary JustServe t-shirts will be available while supplies last.

The Beyond Boundaries Adaptive Swim Program is back for a spring season at the Kirksville Aquatic Center, and registration is now open. This adaptive swim program is designed to meet the needs of athletes with physical, developmental and intellectual disabilities. Swimmers should be comfortable in the water, with the ability to swim one length of the pool, using a stroke or modified stroke, with or without assistance. This program provides structured, individualized swim instruction with the long-term goal of preparing participants to compete in future competition. Beyond Boundaries practices will be at the Kirksville Aquatic Center every Friday evening from 6:00 pm to 6:50 pm beginning on March 20, and ending with an in-house swim meet on May 1. The program costs $36 for Kirksville Aquatic Center members and $66 for non-members.

The City of Kirksville realizes that success emanates from citizen involvement. The City is eager to involve community-minded citizens in local government through one of our many Citizen Advisory Commissions. The City Council is currently accepting citizen applications for one opening on the Kirksville Historic Preservation Commission. This commission recommends policies and ordinance changes to the Planning and Zoning Commission that affect Landmarks or Historic Districts in the City of Kirksville. The Commission approves construction plans, changes, or modifications to landmarks or historic structures that may be individual properties or parts of a historic district. The Commission approves and forwards recommendations to the Planning and Zoning Commission on the nomination of new Landmarks or Historic Districts. Visit Kirksville.gov/p/boards-commissions and submit your application before Friday, February 27, 2026, at 5:00 pm, to be considered for the opportunity to serve.