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Did you get a letter from the City of Kirksville regarding your water service line? If so, please complete a short survey on our website at kirksville.gov/p/lead to add yours to our inventory. That link includes additional information on this project that may be helpful. Those who own multiple properties should submit entries for each property. If someone is unable to complete the form online, one can be filled out in the Administration Office on the second floor of City Hall.

Kirksville Police say an investigation is underway following an officer-involved shooting earlier yesterday. On Wednesday, January 8, 2025, at approximately 4:05 pm, Kirksville Police officers responded to a call of a person making threats with a knife inside a residence in the 1900 block of Canvasback Drive. As officers knocked on the door, they were confronted by an adult male, who produced a large knife, and an adult female who was screaming. Officers attempted to deescalate but the male charged the officers with the knife and one officer discharged their service weapon, striking the male. Officers immediately rendered first aid to the male, who was transported to Northeast Regional Medical Center and later pronounced deceased. The female in the residence and the two involved officers were unharmed. The Kirksville Police Department contacted the Missouri State Highway Patrol Division of Drug and Crime Control to take over the investigation.

Looking for something warm, fun and FREE to do on Friday night? Join Curtain Call Theatre Co. at their showing of Alfred Hitchcock’s classic movie thriller ” Rear Window,” starring Jimmy Stewart. Friday, January 10, 512 W Elizabeth St. Kirksville. Doors open at 6:30, showtime 7pm. Admission is free, but donations are greatly appreciated! Concessions available.

The United States Department of Justice has recognized the Kirksville Police Department’s contribution to the prosecution of Emily Nicole Yeary, resulting in a 40-year sentence in federal prison for the exploitation of minors in multiple states. KPD was part of a multistate investigation that revealed Yeary offended multiple victims, all minors, from Mississippi, Kentucky, Florida and Missouri. In February of 2018, KPD detained Yeary, and one of her juvenile victims was returned to family. In total, Yeary pleaded guilty to seven counts, including Enticement to Travel for Illegal Sexual Activity, Travel with Intent to Engage in Illicit Sexual Activity, Possession of Child Pornography, Obstruction of Justice, Tampering with a Witness, and Transfer of Obscene Material to a Minor. The sentencing took place on January 3, 2025. This case was brought as part of Project Safe Childhood, a nationwide initiative to combat the growing epidemic of child sexual exploitation and abuse, launched in May 2006 by the Department of Justice.

The Missouri Veterans Commission (MVC) has announced the launch of the new electronic Pre-Certification Application for Burial. The new digital application allows Veterans and their eligible dependents to electronically pre-certify for burial benefits, submit documents, and receive real-time notifications on the status of their application. Veterans and their eligible dependents interested in burial in one of the five state Veterans Cemeteries can access the Electronic Pre-Certification Application for Burial by visiting the Missouri Citizens portal. Users will need to create an account before completing the application. More information on burial eligibility can be found at mvc.dps.mo.gov/cemeteries/. Paper applications will still be accepted, and Veterans Service Officers will continue to assist Veterans in need.

An update from the Kirksville School District on construction work. JT Holman and crew have started the concrete paving of the new parking lot. The first section of paving was completed during Christmas week, before temperatures dropped. The next section is set to be poured on a warmer day. Just in time for school to start after break, the parking lot between the middle and high schools is fully back in use. Student drop-off and pick-up at William Matthew Middle School is back to normal starting Tuesday, January 7, 2025. The contractor crew had installed drainage lines below the south end of this lot in December.

Join Kirksville Parks and Recreation and the Adair County Family YMCA for the 2025 Indoor Triathlon Challenge! The challenge will be held from January 2 through March 3, 2025. During this challenge, participants will complete either a full triathlon, half triathlon, or ULTRA triathlon. Participants will have full access to the YMCA, Aquatic Center, and all classes offered at those facilities. Those who complete their goal will receive the 2025 Indoor Triathlon sweatshirt.

The City of Kirksville says with the new year, we would like to remind residents of several home rehab or demolition assistance programs that may be beneficial. The Housing Rehabilitation Loan Program is designed for low- and moderate-income homeowners to address safety and public health code violations and provide funds for necessary house repairs. The program pays for 100% of total housing rehabilitation project costs, with 75% to 50% of total project costs reimbursed by the applicant. The Demolition Program is designed to eliminate residential or commercial structures that are in such disrepair to constitute a safety concern, and rehabilitation is not a viable option. This program offers property owners who cannot afford to demolish the structure funds to eliminate that portion or all of the structure that is in violation. The Demolition Grant Program helps eliminate blighted structures while also incentivizing infill development at those sites.

A reminder from the city of Kirksville, when winter weather comes, please be prepared to shovel your sidewalk. City ordinance requires either the tenant or owner of a property to remove snow and ice from public sidewalks within 24 hours after a snow event. Please be considerate of your neighbors and keep sidewalks clear.

Governor-Elect Mike Kehoe announced Major Michael A. Turner as the 25th Superintendent of the Missouri State Highway Patrol (MSHP). Major Turner will assume the role of Superintendent following the retirement of Colonel Eric T. Olson, effective February 1, 2025, and await Missouri Senate confirmation. Major Turner currently serves as commander of the Field Operations Bureau. He has direct oversight responsibility for all nine troops, the Aircraft Division, and the Water Patrol Division. Major Turner was born in Texas and grew up in Kansas City, Missouri. Turner was appointed to the Patrol on January 1, 1996, as a member of the 71st Recruit Class. He has since worked his way up through the ranks.