Local Briefs: Thursday, Oct. 8, 2026

By Phil Cobb | October 8, 2026 |

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Data center meeting set for Monday in Maryville

MARYVILLE, Mo. — Nodaway Says No will hold a town hall meeting Monday, Oct. 12, to discuss the White Cloud Acres data center project, the associated power plant project by White Cloud Generating and the proposed White Cloud Township zoning measure.

The event, open to the community, will be held at 7 p.m. in the Maryville Community Center.

According to a news release, a question-and-answer session will be held with available current information. Nodaway County Commissioners and representatives from Nodaway County Economic Development, the city of Maryville, Nodaway County Public Water Supply District No. 1 and the South Nodaway R-IV School District have been invited to participate.

All are welcome to attend, the news release stated.

Today’s Civic Women kicks off Toys 4 Tots collection

MARYVILLE, Mo. — Today’s Civic Women will begin its annual Toys 4 Tots collection on Tuesday, Oct. 13, for Nodaway County children in need from newborn to 12 years old.

According to an event flyer, the organization served 127 families and 227 children last year by providing gifts thanks to the donations received. From Oct. 13 through Dec. 14, the organization will offer barrels for toy donations and jars for monetary donations at businesses around Maryville.

Barrels will be located at Dollar General, Kawasaki Motors Maryville USA, the Maryville Forum and the Nodaway County Senior Center. Donation jars will be located at Beauty Bar, Clear Creek Grill and Bar, Connections Bank, Daylight Donuts, El Maguey, Gray’s Truck Stop, The Hangar, Haven Coffee and Goods, Hy-Vee gas and kitchen, Mullock Health Care, Nodaway Valley Bank, Pagliai’s Pizza, Pizza Ranch, Planet Sub, Rogers Pharmacy, Scooter’s Coffee, Southern Bank and Taco John’s.

For more information, contact Terri Dawson at 660-254-0941. To donate, scan the QR code for a Venmo link or mail checks to Toys for Tots, P.O. Box 104, Maryville, MO 64468.

Clubhouse to offer ballot issue information

MARYVILLE, Mo. — The Clubhouse in Maryville is holding two programs on Monday, Oct. 12, to inform voters about measures that will appear on the Nov.3 ballot.

According to a news release, the presentations will be non-partisan. One program will be held from 1 to 2 p.m. and another from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. They will discuss the four constitutional amendments and one proposition before voters on the November ballot. Families are welcome and activities for children will be provided.

The Clubhouse, located at 1002 S. Main St. in Maryville, is a space for voters to learn about issues in the upcoming election and is guided by the principles of civility in elections, equality under law, and the promise of the United States of America. Individuals who believe in those principles are welcome, the news release stated.

Household hazardous waste site open Oct. 17

MARYVILLE, Mo. — The Nodaway County household hazardous waste collection site will be open from 8 a.m. to noon on Saturday, Oct. 17.

The HHW collection site is located at the Nodaway County Maintenance Barn, 1516 E. Halsey St. in Maryville. Residents of Atchison, Gentry, Holt, Nodaway and Worth counties may participate with an ID. No commercial or business waste will be accepted.

Common HHW include household chemicals such as bleach, ammonia and cleaners; fertilizers; pesticides; brake and transmission fluid; Ni-cad, lithium and lead acid batteries; compact fluorescent light bulbs; fluorescent tubes; antifreeze; oil-based paint; and varnish. No latex paint will be accepted. Latex paint can be dried and put into the regular trash. Directions will be provided upon request.

Materials should be kept in the original container whenever possible. HHW should not be mixed together.

For more information, contact Kirk Kopper at 660-582-5121 ext. 4 or email [email protected].

Make cards at October library adult program

MARYVILLE, Mo. — The October adult program at the Maryville Public Library will be a beginner-friendly card-making workshop taught by Wilma Wake. The program will be held at 6 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 22, in the library basement.

According to a news release from the library, participants can expect to learn how to find inspiration and design cards, the foundational basics for card-making, tips for layering designs and a step-by-step card-making process. Participants will make two cards: one winter holiday card featuring paper piecing with die cuts and a fall birthday card featuring a fun fold.

There are 20 spots available for the program. All supplies will be provided. Registration is required. Adults can register for free at the library front desk or by calling 660-582-5281. The program is intended for adults, but youth ages 13 and up are welcome to attend with an adult.

MoDOT urges motorists to watch for slow-moving farm equipment

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. — In 2025, there were 163 traffic accidents involving farm equipment, according to the Missouri State Highway Patrol.

With harvest season underway, the Missouri Department of Transportation is reminding motorists to share the road and be patient with slow-moving farm vehicles. These large vehicles can be wider than a standard lane width, have large blind spots and often travel at speeds less than 25 mph.

Motorists are advised to slow down, allow them extra space and only pass when safe and legal to do so.