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Maryville Florists hosts 13th open house
A local flower shop hosted its 13th annual holiday open house on Sunday. Maryville Florists, owned and operated by Keitha Clapp, opened its doors and invited community members to browse its wide selection of flowers and home decor while enjoying hot cocoa and a variety of snacks. “We’ve been hosting an open house every year…
Read MoreOrschelns’ continues Santa Claus tradition at Maryville location
Not only did St. Nick greet scores of children in Franklin Park following Friday’s inaugural Chamber Christmas Parade, he also put in an appearance Saturday at the Orscheln Farm & Home store at 2405 South Main St. Santa is a tradition at the Maryville Orscheln and was played once again this year by local resident…
Read MoreTree lighting generates Ruby’s Pantry donations
Members of the Northwest Missouri State University community along with local civic leaders gathered on the Gaunt House lawn Thursday evening for the campus’ seventh annual tree lighting ceremony. Those attending the yuletide event, hosted by President and first lady John and Denise Jasinski, were invited to partake of cocoa and cookies while listening to…
Read MoreBarbie raffle seeks to pay vet bill
The New Nodaway Humane Society, in conjunction with the Bailey Strongheart Foundation, is sponsoring a fantasy-themed fundraiser in order to pay off a big veterinary bill. The two organizations have announced plans to raffle off chances to win a Lord of the Rings Barbie and Ken collector’s set in which the iconic dolls are dressed…
Read MoreJefferson elves bring early Christmas fun
Some of Santa’s helpers will be bringing a little early holiday cheer to Conception this Saturday during a Santa’s Workshop organized by local high school students. The Tri-C Community Coalition, with help from Student Council members at Jefferson C-123 High School, have collaborated to create a day full of fun, treats, and gift-making for area…
Read MoreFurry Friend Friday
What’s happening at the Humane Society? Anyone interested in adopting either of these animals can call the New Nodaway Humane Society at 660.562.3333 for more information. The Humane Society has extended its “Home 4 the Holidays” adoption event to cover every animal at the shelter. Now all animals, regardless of age, are available for adoption…
Read MoreHoliday help sought for shelter clients
The holidays are a joyful time for many, a time when families and friends can enjoy good food, good company, and the giving of gifts to show love and appreciation. But for some in northwest Missouri, the season isn’t quite so bright. Many clients of the Children and Family Center of Northwest Missouri, which operates…
Read MoreStudent panels focus on global culture
Students at Northwest Missouri State University are promoting diversity and acceptance through participation in a monthly discussion series titled “First Friday Culture Talks.” Scheduled on the first Friday of each month, the series is designed to cover a variety of topics — everything from cultural stereotypes to dating — discussed by a panel of eight…
Read MoreNorthwest commemorates Montgomery bus boycott
On Dec. 1, 1955, Rosa Parks, an African-American seamstress from Montgomery, Alabama, initiated a key event in the U.S. Civil Rights Movement when she refused to give up her seat on a public bus to a white passenger. Parks, who died in 2005, was arrested for civil disobedience, and her action sparked the Montgomery Bus…
Read MoreShelter animals need homes ‘fur’ the holidays
This holiday season the New Nodaway Humane Society is out to brighten the lives of animals and potential pet owners alike with a series of fundraisers and special adoption events. The first event, “Home 4 the Holidays,” runs until December 31 and is designed to encourage adoptions of older animals currently being cared for at…
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