Two Arrested in Connection With Stolen Vehicles From Mexico and Callaway County
Two Arrested in Connection With Stolen Vehicles From Mexico and Callaway County Mexico Public Safety is reporting the arrest of 2 people believed to be involved in the theft of several stolen vehicles. A vehicle was reported on Friday, October 15th from the 100 block of North Jefferson in Mexico. Yesterday (Monday) another vehicle was…… Continue Reading
Mexico School Board to Review Applications for Vacant Position During Tonight’s Meeting
Mexico School Board to Review Applications for Vacant Position During Tonight’s Meeting The Mexico Board of Education will be in session tonight (Tuesday). One of the items on the agenda is an application review for a school board vacancy. The board voted to accept the resignation of former president Dustin Pascoe during a special session…… Continue Reading
KWWR Sports Report 10/19/21
KWWR Sports Report 10/19/21 The St. Louis Blues defeated the Arizona Coyotes 7-4 last night (Monday). The Blues scored five straight goals in five minutes and 7 seconds in the second period. Jordan Binnington made 22 saves. St. Louis have won their two games this season. The Blues complete their 3 game road trip tomorrow…… Continue Reading
Elsberry Man Facing Felony Charge After Assaulting Callaway County Sheriff’s Deputy
Elsberry Man Facing Felony Charge After Assaulting Callaway County Sheriff’s Deputy An Elsberry man is being charged by the Callaway County prosecutor after he tried to disarm a Callaway County deputy Sunday morning. According to deputies they went to the site of a rollover crash on Highway 54 near Route J, near New Bloomfield and…… Continue Reading
Mexico Financial Institution to Build New Facility
Mexico Financial Institution to Build New Facility A new building is coming to the southwest corner of Green Boulevard and East Liberty Street in Mexico. First State Community Bank closed on the purchase of the property last week and will be building a new facility in the coming months. Plans for the new home of…… Continue Reading
KWWR Sports Report 10/18/21
KWWR Sports Report 10/18/21 The Kansas City Chiefs evened their record at 3-3 yesterday (Sunday) with 31-13 win over the Washington Football Team. The Chiefs committed 3 turnovers in the first half, that included 2 interceptions from Patrick Mahomes. In the 2nd Kansas City turned a 13-10 deficit into a double digit victory. Mahomes finished…… Continue Reading
Fulton Man Charged in Connection to a Shots Fired Incident in Callaway County
Fulton Man Charged in Connection to a Shots Fired Incident in Callaway County A Fulton man is now charged after an arrest in connection to a shooting in Callaway County north of Millersburg on Friday. According to the Callaway County Sheriff’s Office, deputies went to County Road 256 on Friday afternoon, and were told shots…… Continue Reading
Two People Taken By Helicopter to Hospital With Serious Injuries in Audrain County Accident
Two People Taken By Helicopter to Hospital With Serious Injuries in Audrain County Accident Two people were life-flighted to the hospital after a 1 car accident in Audrain County on Saturday night. According to the Missouri Highway Patrol it happened on Missouri 22 near Audrain Road 898, when the driver lost control while attempting to…… Continue Reading
Mexico High School Wrestler Katie Bowen Competing at Missouri Border Brawl
Mexico High School Wrestler Katie Bowen Competing at Missouri Border Brawl Mexico High School wrestler Katie Bowen will be at the Missouri Border Brawl in St. Charles tomorrow (Sunday). It takes place at the Boys and Girls Club at 1211 Lindenwood Avenue and will feature the best youth and high school wrestlers from Missouri vs.…… Continue Reading
Jurors Selected for Murder Trial Taking Place at Audrain County Courthouse
Jurors Selected for Murder Trial Taking Place at Audrain County Courthouse Jurors are now selected in the case against a man accused of killing a Montgomery County reptile breeder. Michael Humphrey is charged with first-degree murder in the death of Ben Renick. Humphrey and his ex-girlfriend Lynlee Renick are accused in the death of Ben…… Continue Reading
KWWR Sports Report 10/16/21
KWWR Sports Report 10/16/21 The Mexico Bulldogs Football Team had a huge night at Hawthorne Heights last night (Friday) with a 41-14 win against North Central Missouri Conference rival Moberly. Anthony Shivers reached the end zone 5 times and put up 252 yards rushing. He also intercepted the ball twice. Senior Deacon Haag had a…… Continue Reading
Lincoln University Modifies Mask Protocol
Lincoln University Modifies Mask Protocol Lincoln University in Jefferson City is modifying their mask protocol. Effective Monday, October 18, masks will be required in classroom spaces and optional on the rest of campus. The university plans to continue to monitor COVID-19 trends and adjust the protocol as needed.… Continue Reading
KWWR Sports Report 10/15/21
KWWR Sports Report 10/15/21 The Mexico Bulldogs Football Team will play their final home game of the regular season tonight (Friday) at Hawthorne Heights against the Moberly Spartans. The Bulldogs will honor 8 players tonight on Senior Night. Mexico has a 5-2 overall record while Moberly is 2-5. Both teams are 2-2 in the North…… Continue Reading
Mexico Woman Injured in Callaway County Accident
Mexico Woman Injured in Callaway County Accident A Mexico woman is recovering from minor injuries after an accident in Callaway County last night (Thursday). According to the Missouri Highway Patrol it happened on Highway 54 East of Callaway County Road 1048. A vehicle driven by 44 year old Cassanda L. Bail went off the right…… Continue Reading
Cardinals Manager Mike Shildt Fired
Cardinals Manager Mike Shildt Fired The Cardinals have parted ways with Manager Mike Shildt. In a press conference this afternoon (Thursday), President of Baseball Operations John Mozeliak said it was a decision that was not influenced by outside factors and involved a difference in Philosophy. Shildt spent 13 years player development as a scout, coach,…… Continue Reading
KWWR Sports Report 10/14/21
KWWR Sports Report 10/14/21 In high school District softball the Class 1, District 7 semifinal games between Paris and Westran and Madison and Cairo were postponed and moved to today. Class 1, District 8 Silex defeated Clopton 2-1. They will meet Van-Far in the District championship game after the Indians beat Community R-6 6-4. Salisbury…… Continue Reading
Multiple Crashes Back Up I-70 In Callaway County Wednesday Afternoon
Multiple Crashes Back Up I-70 In Callaway County Wednesday Afternoon Moderate injuries are being reported in a crash on I-70 in Callaway County that backed up traffic for almost 3 hours. The incident involved four separate crashes with 5 tractor-trailers and three passenger vehicles according to a tweet from the Missouri Highway Patrol. It happened…… Continue Reading
Mexico Lady Bulldogs Softball Season Ends in District Shootout Against Hallsville
Mexico Lady Bulldogs Softball Season Ends in District Shootout Against Hallsville The Mexico Lady Bulldogs Softball season came to an end tonight in the 2nd round of Districts with a 13-8 loss to the Hallsville Lady Indians. There was plenty of offense in the game. A 2 run home run from Lexi Willer and a…… Continue Reading
Former Center City Clerk Sentenced to Prison
Former Center City Clerk Sentenced to Prison Tracey Ray, former City Clerk in Center, is sentenced to 18 months in federal prison and ordered to pay nearly 315 thousand dollars in restitution. An audit, initiated after a whistleblower complaint, found that Ray misappropriated taxpayer funds through materially false and fraudulent pretenses, representations, and promises. The…… Continue Reading
Slight Rise in COVID-19 Cases in Audrain County
Slight Rise in COVID-19 Cases in Audrain County Audrain County COVID-19 cases are up slightly over last week, according to the Audrain County Health Department. Active cases rose by three from last week with a total of 22 today (Wednesday). Active probable cases rose by two over the week and are now at 13. Mexico’s…… Continue Reading
KWWR Sports Report 10/13/21
KWWR Sports Report 10/13/21 The Mexico Lady Bulldogs offense exploded last night (Tuesday) with a 14-9 win over the Centralia Lady Panthers in Round 1 of girls high school softball districts. Senior Ruby Haefling hit the first home run of her high school career with a 3 run blast in the 1st inning. Jordyn Thurman…… Continue Reading
Two People Accused of Child Sex Crimes to Appear in Audrain County Courthouse Thursday
Two People Accused of Child Sex Crimes to Appear in Audrain County Courthouse Thursday Two people accused of child sex crimes are set for a preliminary hearing in the Audrain County Courthouse tomorrow (Thursday). Jennifer Huddleston and William Dahl charged with sex trafficking of a child, possessing and promoting child pornography and sexual exploitation of…… Continue Reading
Mexico Lady Bulldogs Softball Defeats Centralia to Advance in First Round of Districts
Mexico Lady Bulldogs Softball Defeats Centralia to Advance in First Round of Districts The Mexico Lady Bulldogs have advanced in the first round of Districts in softball defeating the Centralia Lady Panthers 14-9 in Mexico tonight (Tuesday). Mexico would jump out to a quick start putting up a six run first inning, including a 3…… Continue Reading
KWWR Sports Report 10/12/21
KWWR Sports Report 10/12/21 Kansas City Chiefs running back Clyde Edwards-Helaire is set to miss a few weeks after injuring his knee in Sunday’s loss to the Buffalo Bills. According to the NFL Network Edwards-Helaire suffered an MCL sprain. In the Major League Baseball playoffs the San Francisco Giants defeated the Los Angeles Dodgers 1-0.…… Continue Reading
Vandalia Man and Columbia Woman In Head On Collision In Audrain County
Vandalia Man and Columbia Woman In Head On Collision In Audrain County A Vandalia man and Columbia woman have serious injuries following a head on collision in Audrain County last night (Monday). According to the Missouri Highway Patrol it happened on westbound US 54, 1800 feet east of County Road 416. A vehicle driven by…… Continue Reading
Centralia Board of Alderman Announce Interim Police Chief
Centralia Board of Alderman Announce Interim Police Chief A new interim police chief is now appointed in Centralia. The Centralia Board of Alderman appointed Corporal Nat Stoebe to take over as interim chief until the city finds a more long term solution. Stoebe has been with the Centralia Police Department for over 5 years and…… Continue Reading
Gun Disturbance and Vehicle Theft In Mexico
Gun Disturbance and Vehicle Theft In Mexico An investigation is underway in Mexico following a disturbance on Friday night where a person displayed a gun. According to Mexico Public Safety it happened just after 10pm in the 1300 block of Paris Road, where a person described as a black man, about 5’10, with a slim…… Continue Reading
Mexico Audrain County Library District Closed for Staff Training
Mexico Audrain County Library District Closed for Staff Training The Mexico Audrain County Library District locations will be closed today (Monday) for staff training. This includes all library district locations in Mexico, Farber, Laddonia, Martinsburg and Vandalia. The Library District is reminding patrons their digital branch is available 24-7 for checking out eBooks, audiobooks, music,…… Continue Reading
KWWR Sports Report 10/11/21
KWWR Sports Report 10/11/21 The Kansas City Chiefs lost 38-20 to the Buffalo Bills at Arrowhead Stadium last night (Sunday). Patrick Mahomes took responsibility for the loss. Mahomes said it starts with me after throwing 2 interceptions and losing a fumble against the Bills, accounting for three of this team’s four turnovers in all. The…… Continue Reading
KWWR Sports Report 10/9/21
KWWR Sports Report 10/9/21 In Week 7 of area High School Football games: Hallsville improved to 7-0 after defeating Blair Oaks 56-51 Boonville dominates Versailles 47-17 Kirksville upsets Mexico 28-14 Bowling Green shuts out Louisiana 56-0 California outlasts Eldon 35-28 Capital City 46 Sedalia Smith-Cotton 7 Centralia comes back to beat South Shelby 38-32 Battle…… Continue Reading
City of Centralia to Investigate Alleged Improprieties in City Administration
City of Centralia to Investigate Alleged Improprieties in City Administration The City of Centralia is hiring a law firm to investigate alleged improprieties within the City Administration. In a press release this afternoon (Friday), the city is engaging the assistance of a third-party law firm to assist in evaluating recent allegations appropriately. A special meeting…… Continue Reading
Mexico Man Arrested In Shots Fired Incident On West Breckenridge
Mexico Man Arrested In Shots Fired Incident On West Breckenridge A Mexico man is facing several charges after a shots fired incident last night. According to Mexico Public Safety it happened just after 7pm in the 1000 block of West Breckenridge. Responding personnel learned that a person drove by after having threatened area residents, and…… Continue Reading
KWWR Sports Report 10/8/21
KWWR Sports Report 10/8/21 The Mexico Bulldogs Football Team will be on the road for a second straight week when they travel to Kirksville to face the Tigers tonight (Friday). Mexico is 5-1 and 2-1 in the NCMC while Kirksville is 3-3 and 2-1 in the North Central Missouri Conference. Week 7 area high school…… Continue Reading
Controversial Murals to Come Down at Boone County Courthouse
Controversial Murals to Come Down at Boone County Courthouse Murals at the Boone County courthouse that are the center of controversy will be removed, following a vote today (Thursday) by the Boone County Commission. The two murals, depicting images of Boone County’s history, some of them graphic, are located in the stairwell of the building…… Continue Reading
More Officers Leave Centralia Police Department
More Officers Leave Centralia Police Department Two more officers with the Centralia Police Department have resigned today (Thursday) according to a press release from the City of Centralia. The city says they have contacted the Boone County Sheriff’s Department to assist the remaining officers within the police department as they take applications for the open…… Continue Reading
KWWR Sports Report 10/7/21
KWWR Sports Report 10/7/21 There is a new homerun queen for Mexico High School Softball. Abby Bellamy notched her spot at the top of the list hitting her ninth home run of the season last (Wednesday) against Hannibal. Bellamy was in a 3 way tie with Patience Lawson Holman – 1028 and Abby Oetting –…… Continue Reading
Fulton Principal Wins National Award
Fulton Principal Wins National Award The National Association of Secondary School Principals is announcing the selection of their 2021 National Principal of the Year. The award goes to Fulton Middle School Principal Beth Houf. The announcement was made yesterday (Tuesday) when representatives of the organization made a surprise visit to Fulton to present the award…… Continue Reading
Camping Season Extended at Mark Twain Lake
Camping Season Extended at Mark Twain Lake Increased camping demand at Mark Twain Lake has the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers extending camping season in some campgrounds. The Little Bluestem Loop at Ray Behrens Campground, the Nighthawk Loop in Indian Creek Campground and the Clear View Loop at Frank Russell will be open until the…… Continue Reading
Audrain County Health Department Releases Weekly COVID Numbers
Audrain County Health Department Releases Weekly COVID Numbers The number of active cases of COVID-19 in Audrain County has dropped again this week. According to the Audrain County Health Department there are 19 active cases in the report released this morning (Wednesday), which is down by 2 from last week. The number of active probable…… Continue Reading
Centralia Man With Moderate Injuries In Audrain County Accident
Centralia Man With Moderate Injuries In Audrain County Accident A Centralia man has moderate injuries after a 2 car accident in Audrain County yesterday (Tuesday) afternoon. According to the Missouri Highway Patrol it happened on Route D near Audrain Road 975 when a vehicle was towing another vehicle with a chain, and the towed unit…… Continue Reading