Performing Arts Center Open House Held
The Savannah High School Performing Arts Center, a project decades in the making, was revealed to the public Friday.
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A look at Andrew County crime
It wasn't until the April 9 when a total of 100 new criminal cases had been filed in 2025 for Andrew County. But that doesn't mean that multiple law enforcement agencies and the Andrew County Prosecutor as well as Judge Emily Bauman haven't been busy.At any one time, Prosecutor Monica Morrey and Judge Bauman have some 500 plus criminal cases open and moving through the justice system.A check on April 22 showed the prosecutor had 530 pending criminal cases.
Northwest Missouri Enterprise Facilitation Celebrates Businesses
Northwest Missouri Enterprise Facilitation (NWMEF) hosted its Annual Banquet, drawing over 100 attendees from across the region, including county commissioners and city officials from Andrew, Atchison, Gentry, Holt, Nodaway, and Worth counties.. The evening celebrated the spirit of entrepreneurship and recognized the important role of community support in helping local businesses thrive.Guests had the opportunity to hear firsthand from local business owners who shared how NWMEF’s services have contributed to their growth and success.
These nocturnal flyers are the king of moths
Each year I receive at least a few phone calls from people asking about a large moth they have resting on the side of their house, shed or other surface on their property.Nearly always it is a giant silk moth of some kind. These massive moths are often found near porch lights early in the morning.
Savannah dances the night away at Prom
This past weekend, the students of Savannah High School (SHS) got dressed up for a night of fun.The annual prom hosted by the junior class fell on this past weekend on Saturday, April 26. The theme this year was "Spring Gala" and consisted of tons of floral decor and light and airy pastel colors.
A look at civil case work and a busy judge
Civil cases take up a lot of court time.In 2024 attorneys filed 728 civil cases. Some 496 of those cases were collections related, small claims, landlord tenant, breach of contract and other civil matters.This year, some 228 cases from 2024 are still pending.
Savannah students celebrate prom in Red Carpet Extravaganza
A long line of Savannah High School students assembled on a chilly April afternoon to promenade on the courthouse lawn.The Red Carpet Extravaganza began at 3:30 p.m. on April 26 and lasted for about an hour.Diane Gould, a swim coach at Savannah, organized the event.
Council hears cemetery proposal
A variety of topics were discussed at the March 17 city council meeting.During public testimony, two residents brought up issues discussed at the March 3 meeting.Ralph Stanton spoke about the trailer park located at South 7th St. He voiced concerns about zoning as well as dangerous and unsightly conditions.Councilman Keven Schneider answered Stanton by stating “The council wants to find a solution.
State amends criminal complaint; only charging escape from custody
A 23-year-old Savannah, Mo. resident finds himself sitting in the Andrew County Jail in lieu of posting a $7,500 cash bond.Now, Brandon Ray Bascue has gotten a break from the Andrew County Prosecutor Monica Morrey.The original case filed against Bascue involved criminal misdemeanor charges of sexual misconduct and an escape from custody.Morrey filed an amended complaint on March 4.
School Board Approves $4.5 million agreement
The main business for the Savannah R-III School Board on Tuesday night, Nov.19, involved financial needs to complete all planned construction improvements.The Savannah R-III School District accepted an agreement offered by Raymond James for a lease purchase agreement with the Webster Bank, a commercial banking company based in Stamford, Conn., for a $4.5 million lease purchase transaction.In a volatile market, Raymond James sought a deal with 65 firms. Raymond James reported they were pleased to offer the district this deal with Webster because the interest rate offered and locked in at 4.47%.