September 2022

Colonel Eric T. Olson, superintendent of the Missouri State Highway Patrol, reminds drivers that deer are more active and create hazards for Missouri motorists this time of year. Drivers are urged to remain alert. If you strike a deer, move your vehicle to a safe location and call 9-1-1 or *55 on a cell phone and report it. Drivers are reminded that an attempt to avoid striking a deer could result in a more serious crash involving oncoming traffic. Try to remain calm. Overreacting usually leads to more serious traffic crashes. As soon as you see a deer, the best course of action is to reduce your speed gradually while watching other traffic around you. Other drivers may be doing the same, so be sure to pay attention and always wear your seat belt.

There is a $3 suggested contribution for meals for those 60 years and over and $6.75 cost for meals for those 59 years and under. Meals are delivered Monday thru Friday, from 10:30 a.m., – 12 p.m., except on holidays.

In celebration of the Walsworth's 85th anniversary and its commitment to literacy, Walsworth is making $2,500 donations to schools and literacy programs near each of its six locations. Checks will be presented to both the Marceline R-V Schools and the Brookfield R-III School District by CEO Don O. Walsworth on Tuesday, Oct. 11.

Gov. Mike Parson proclaimed Oct. 2-8 as National 4-H Week in Missouri. 4-H State Council President Emily Taylor, Vice President Lynn Dyer and council adviser Erin Stanley received the proclamation at the governor’s office from Lt. Gov. Mike Kehoe.

The Brookfield R-III Board of Education, Brookfield, Missouri met in open session on Sept. 20, with all board members present. During the meeting the board accepted the letter of retirement of Superintendent Dr. Kyle Collins.