New car wash opens in Maryville
Champion Xpress Carwash, located at 1821 South Main Street, opened on Wednesday. Champion Xpress will donate $1 per wash to Maryville High School athletics through Feb. 19, according to a news release.
Maryville city manager takes position in California
According to reports from the Maryville Forum, Maryville City Manager Greg McDanel has accepted the city manager position in Seaside, California, His last day will be March 7. Assistant City Manager Ryan Heiland will serve as interim city manager.
Rickabaugh named director of communications center
The city of Maryville announced Jessica Rickabaugh as director of the Northwest Regional Communications Center. She has been leading the NRCC since it opened in 2020, and has worked with the city since 2011 where she started as a part-time dispatcher.
Water treatment plant bonds pass at special election
With just over 80 percent voting in favor, $50 million in bonds for a new water treatment facility passed during a special election Tuesday, according to unofficial results from the Nodaway County Clerk’s Office. The next step for the city will be applying for a low-interest loan through the Missouri Department of Natural Resources’ Drinking…
Northwest to dissolve DEI office
In an email sent to students, faculty and more, Northwest Missouri State University leadership announced it is dissolving of the Office of Diversity and Inclusion among other restructuring. Northwest president Lance Tatum said the university is “transitioning to a model that broadens our holistic approach to student achievement.”
Parents as Teachers selected by Ten Squared Women
Maryville Early Childhood Center’s Parents as Teachers program was selected as Ten Squared Women On a Mission program to as the nonprofit recipient for this quarter. Organizations are voted on by group members. The funds will be used to help the families and youngsters in the program.
Clarinda Foundation opens scholarship applications
2025 Clarinda Foundation Scholarship application forms are now available for local high school students. Clarinda Community School. Scholarship descriptions to determine eligibility can be found on the Clarinda Foundation website. Applications are due March 15.
MECC announces 2025-2026 registration
Maryville Early Childhood Center had opened registration for new students, according to the Nodaway News Leader. Parents can fill out the necessary forms at the front office from 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. on February 10 through 14. For additional requirements or questions, call the school 660-562-3915.
Blood drive to be held next week
Community Blood Center will host a blood drive on Monday, Feb. 3, and Tuesday, Feb. 4, at the First Baptist Church. According to a news release, the drive will be open from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Monday and from 1 to 7 p.m. on Tuesday in the church gymnasium.
United Electric approves credit to accounts
The United Electric Cooperative Board of Directors approved a $25 bill credit for each meter due to colder weather increasing bills, according to a brief from the Maryville Forum. They are also delaying assessing late fees for January, February and March until a week after sue dates.