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During the course of a day, in addition to following up on active criminal investigations, each officer responds to calls for service, makes and answers several phone calls, conducts traffic stops and answers questions from citizens and other agencies. Below are calls for service. Feb. 22

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While the past two years have fueled growth in remote work, most workers in Missouri still commute to their jobs. And some are opting for longer commutes: A new report from University of Missouri Extension shows that more workers in the state are commuting to jobs outside their home counties compared to 20 years ago.

Samantha Howell is one of five candidates running for two seats on the Brookfield R-III Board of Education. Howell, a mother of three and Brookfield resident since 2013, said community members approached her about running for a seat on the board.

Josh Huwar is one of five candidates running for two seats on the Brookfield R-III Board of Education. After getting several calls asking if he ever considered running for school board, Huwar decided it was the right time for him to get involved.

Ballot language reads: “Shall the City of Marceline, Missouri, be authorized to increase its general sales tax by one-half of one percent (1/2 of 1%) with the increase to be used to acquire and/or improve police and fire facilities, acquire police and fire equipment, maintain police and fire services, and recruit, train and retain police officers and fire fighters?”

The public is invited to gain information on the April 5th on Proposition – Public Safety concerning authorizing the City to increase its general sales tax by one-half of one percent (1/2 of 1%) with the increase to be used to acquire and/or improve police and fire facilities, acquire police and fire equipment, maintain police and fire services, and recruit, train and retain police officers and fire fighters.

Jim McIntyre is one of five candidates running for two seats on the Brookfield R-III Board of Education. McIntyre has served on the Brookfield R-III School Board since it was suggested to him in 2009.

Chase McPherson is one of five candidates running for two seats on the Brookfield R-III Board of Education. McPherson believes it is time for him to become involved in the community he was born and raised in and said being on the school board is a great way to do so.