Missouri House sides with landlord rights in new bills
JEFFERSON CITY — The Missouri House passed House Bills 595 and 343, legislation designed to prevent local governments from imposing certain rental regulations on landlords.
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Financially-strapped William Jewell College cuts programs
LIBERTY – To become financially solvent, William Jewell College in Liberty is cutting majors and faculty positions.
Driver faces charges after car crashes into veterans association roof, injuring 3
EXCELSIOR SPRINGS — What started as a traffic stop and turned into a high-speed chase with a car crashing into the roof of a veterans hall in Excelsior Springs has now lead to charges for the driver.
Man suffers serious injuries in wreck near Smithville Lake
SMITHVILLE — An 18-year-old suffered serious injuries Sunday, Feb. 16, after the vehicle he was driving ran off the road near Smithville Lake. The crash… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close
Liberty splits conference clash with North Kansas City
LIBERTY — It was a mixed night for Liberty’s basketball teams as they closed out the week against North Kansas City Friday, Feb. 14.
UPDATE: Andrew Lester passes away, will not see sentencing in Ralph Yarl shooting case
By Amanda LubinskiALubinski@cherryroad.com UPDATE: As of 2 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 19, it was learned Andrew Lester passed away, which now closes the case and there… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close
Things to do in Clay County
The following is a list of things to do Thursday through Wednesday, Feb. 13 through Wednesday, Feb. 19, in the Courier-Tribune coverage area. To have your event included in an upcoming calendar, email us by noon Monday the week of the event at news@mycouriertribune.com.
Nominations open for Missouri Public Safety Medals
The Missouri Department of Public Safety is accepting nominations for the state’s highest awards honoring first responders who took heroic actions beyond the call of… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close
OATS bus service available
CLAY COUNTY — OATS Transit bus service offers ride to Clay County residents. To schedule a ride or to inquire about services available, call the OATS Transit office at 380-7433 or (800) 480-6287 or visit oatstransit.org. The site includes bus schedules.
Scholarships available to Smithville High School seniors
SMITHVILLE — This spring, the Shelter Insurance Foundation will award three $1,500 scholarships to graduates of Smithville High School. Shelter Agent Chris Beavers sponsors and… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close