Coronavirus
McDonald’s offering free meals to health care workers, first responders
MARYVILLE, Mo. — Participating McDonald’s restaurants, including the Maryville McDonald’s, are currently offering free meals to first responders and health care workers. Through Tuesday, May 5, any first responder or health care worker presenting a work badge can receive a free “thank you meal” day or night via carryout or drive-thru at the local McDonald’s,…
Read MoreHealth dept.: Only 0.3% of county tested so far
MARYVILLE, Mo. — As pressure builds in some parts of the nation, state and county, Nodaway County health officials cautioned Tuesday that in rural areas especially, testing still isn’t representative enough to even get an idea of how bad the COVID-19 outbreak is currently, much less how bad it may be in the future. “We…
Read MoreMosaic adjusts Walk-In Clinic hours
MARYVILLE, Mo. — Mosaic Medical Center – Maryville has announced new hours at its Walk-In Clinic. According to a hospital news release, the updated hours, now in effect, are 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday, and 8 a.m. to noon on Saturday at the clinic, located at Mosaic Specialty Care – East, 114…
Read MoreShelter Insurance group to continue coverage during COVID-19 crisis
COLUMBIA, Mo. — The Shelter Insurance group of companies announced last week it will continue coverage for customers who can’t pay their premium, in addition to providing relief to its personal auto customers. “Many of our customers are under unprecedented stay-at-home orders and social-distancing mandates, so they are driving fewer miles and experiencing fewer accidents,”…
Read MoreState Farm returning $2B dividend to insurance customers
State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Company has announced a $2 billion dividend that will go to its auto insurance customers. In a news release, the company said, “people are driving less right now, so we’re returning value to customers as we anticipate fewer auto claims.” Customers do not need to take any action to receive…
Read MoreAmerican Family returning auto premiums
MARYVILLE, Mo. — American Family Insurance is returning $200 million to its auto insurance customers following a decrease in driving and accident-claims from the COVID-19 pandemic. The premium relief plan was recently approved by state insurance regulators. Customers will receive payments in the form of a check they can use as they wish. “As part…
Read MoreLocal McDonald’s owner opens McPantry for restaurant workers
GLADSTONE, Mo. — Jim Wagy, the owner of the Maryville McDonald’s, is providing food and household items for employees during the COVID-19 crisis. Open twice a week for employees of Wagy’s company, the McPantry provides non-perishable food items and household items as well. The McPantry is located in Gladstone, Missouri, for employees to make use…
Read MoreSkidmore aldermen consider finance changes
SKIDMORE, Mo. — The Skidmore Board of Aldermen discussed nuisance properties and finance reporting last week while using the Zoom platform in an attempt to stay sheltered in place during the COVID-19 health crisis. Board members joined from their homes, while Mayor Tracy Shewey, city employee Marvin Sumy and city clerk Meagan Morrow hosted the…
Read MoreCity extends shelter-in-place order
MARYVILLE, Mo. — The city of Maryville has issued its fourth emergency order in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. The order extends the existing mandates on social distancing and business closures to May 3, matching the extension announced by Gov. Mike Parson on Thursday. Editor’s Note COVID-19 has been declared a pandemic by the World…
Read MoreHospital foundation program delivers food to cancer patients
MARYVILLE, Mo. — A program by the St. Francis Hospital Foundation is providing meals to cancer patients to encourage social distancing. The foundation’s Cancer Care Committee has begun placing online orders for food deliveries through Schwan’s Home Delivery in order to keep immune-compromised, local cancer patients and their families at home. Ten Squared Men of…
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