Newsletter-Late-Week
Savannah High School prepares to celebrates opening of new Performing Arts Center
Savannah High School will be passing a huge milestone in the construction process on May 2 with the official ribbon cutting and open house of its brand new Performing Arts Center.This celebration has been a long time coming, with construction beginning nearly a year ago during the previous school year as part of a grant issue approved by voters allowing the start of construction.The ribbon cutting ceremony and open house will begin as soon as school lets out and all the traffic has cleared out. It is open for all students, staff and the community members, roviding an opportunity to come and explore the new facility and getting a glimpse of what the future will hold for the fine arts department of Savannah High School.Guests who attend will have the opportunity to go through and explore the new Performing Arts Center during the open house which will take place immediately following the ribbon cutting ceremony.
Kicking it into high gear, making a comeback season
After a tough season last year that only came with four wins, the Savannah Savage girls soccer team is making a powerful comeback this year.The team has already gained six victories under their belt and they are not planning on stopping there with many more games this season to come. They are led by Head Coach Jeff O’Neal and Assistant Coach Ms.
“Will you walk into my parlour” said the Spider to the Fly.
Just like the cunning spider of Mary Howitt’s famous poem, orb weavers are experts at luring prey into their "parlour." Many species build intricate webs designed to entrap prey and often the prey is larger than the spider itself!One of the most spectacular of these is the orb weaver referred to as the black and yellow garden spider. They build elaborate webs at the edges of fields, meadows, and agricultural ground.
Are You Missing Out on Free Money? The Cost of Not Maximizing Your 401(k) Match
Every year, millions of Americans leave money on the table by not taking full advantage of their employer’s 401(k) match.This “free money” is part of your compensation, yet a surprising number of employees fail to claim it. The result? Billions of dollars in lost retirement savings and a missed opportunity to build a more secure financial future.How Much Are Americans Losing?A 2015 study by Financial Engines estimated that U.S.
God’s Furry Angels Pet Rescue receives grant
The Community Foundation of Northwest Missouri announced that its Mary Margaret Hodgin Fund has approved the amount of $5,000 in response to God’s Furry Angels Pet Rescue request for funding to purchase turf for dog runs.The grant committee at the Community Foundation reviewed applications selecting three recipients of which God’s Furry Angels Pet Rescue is one.The Mary Margaret Hodgin Fund at the Community Foundation specifically supports 501(c)(3) organizations dedicated to the care of dogs and cats in Buchanan and Andrew Counties in Missouri. The annual net income is allocated to benefit organizations that utilize the funds for the welfare of animals in these counties.
MoDOT Urges Drivers to “Work with Us” in Busy Construction Season
As a historic construction season ramps up in Missouri, and as part of National Work Zone Awareness Week April 21 to 25, the Missouri Department of Transportation is reminding motorists to 'work with us' by making safe and responsible driving choices behind the wheel. These efforts are essential to protect motorists and workers inside the hundreds of work zones expected across the state this construction season – more than ever.In 2024, 23 people were killed in Missouri work zone crashes.
Some good, some bad for Savannah Savages last week
It was another busy week for the Savannah Savages, playing six games in five days. The Savages ended the weekend in the WOW Wood Bat Championship but opened the week with a 10-0 loss to Park Hill in the opening round of the Pony Express Tournament.Savannah started the week with an 11-5 loss to the Maryville Spoofhounds.
Capitol Report April 22, 2025
Empowering the Attorney General to Defend Missouri from Judicial Overreach goes to Governor KehoeSB 22- Modifies provisions relating to judicial proceedings was truly agreed to and finally passed and will head to the Governor. It will bring clarity, fairness, and efficiency to the process surrounding summary statements for statewide ballot measures.
MU Master Pollinator Steward program begins May 5
A Master Pollinator Steward program offered by University of Missouri Extension begins soon.The five-week program focuses on ways to protect and support pollinators, which are declining significantly due to a loss of feeding and nesting habitats, said MU Extension field specialist in horticulture Tamra Reall.Pollinators, including bees, butterflies and other insects, as well as bats and birds, play a vital role in fruit and vegetable production by transferring pollen among flowers, enabling plants to produce fruits and seeds. They also contribute to healthy ecosystems that stabilize soils, support wildlife and improve air quality, said Reall.To create the program, MU Extension coordinated with beekeepers, MU Extension Master Gardeners, and Master Naturalists in addition to partner groups such as the Missouri Department of Conservation.Reall said the statewide presentations will be virtual and supplemented by local, in-person field sessions and tours.