Tuberculosis: Not gone, but sometimes forgotten
Known over the centuries by names like King’s Evil, Long Disease and Consumption, the disease now known as tuberculosis has afflicted mankind since the days of Egyptian pharaohs.
Good Thinking: The fires of anger
by Dr. Don Kuehle
Capitol Report: Early Childhood Learning – The Foundation for Success
by Brad Lager
Knee Hi 4-H Club explores wonders of science
During the Knee-Hi 4-H Club’s monthly meeting on March 11, the youngest members explored the wonders of science. Gallatin High School science teacher, Dennis Steigerwalt, generously donated his time and knowledge to the children.
Eddie Eagle Gun Safety program educates CDS students on safety
The National Rifle Association’s Gun Safety program and Patrick Dickinson recently paired up to present a program which taught children how to stay safe if they encountered a firearm.
Toneys celebrate 50th anniversary
Jack and Francie Toney of Gallatin will be celebrating their 50th wedding anniversary on Saturday, March 28.
Kaymon Witt wins 2nd in state-wide essay contest
Gallatin High School sophomore Kaymon Witt, daughter of Mike and Tammy Witt, was recently notified that she won second place in the University of Missouri Robert J. Stuckey Essay Contest.
Susie Tull will be new administrator at nursing center
Susie Tull will be the new administrator at the Daviess County Nursing and Rehabilitation Center beginning April 1.
James Gann recognized for 50 years in Freemasonry
James Gann, a member of Gallatin Lodge No. 106, was recognized recently for 50 years of membership in Freemasonry.
Theatre League celebrates 25 years in show business, kicks off with Pajama Game
The Gallatin Theatre League is currently celebrating its 25th anniversary and will kick off the silver season with a performance of The Pajama Game at 7 p.m. on April 2, 3 and 4 at the Courter Theater in Gallatin.
Letter to the Editor – Tina “Baker” Kean
Dear former friends,
I am a graduate of Gallatin R-5 High school. I am writing this so that you will wake up and smell the coffee. Is this city working for you?
Post Scripts: Economy – Made in America?
by Joe Snyder
Family Daze: Misdirected
by Debbie Farmer
The Coonridge Digest: Half-curious and half-pestered
by Freida Marie Crump
Richard Gatton
Richard Warren Gatton, 66, of Jefferson City, died Friday, March 20, at Capital Region Medical Center. Expressions of sympathy may be made to the American Lung Association or the Columbia Audubon Society, P.O. Box 1331, Columbia, Mo., 65205.
Margaret E. Swofford
1926 – 2009
Margaret E. Swofford, 82, passed away Wednesday, March 18, 2009 at her granddaughter’s home near Norborne, Mo. Services were held at 11 a.m. Saturday, March 21, at McWilliams Funeral Home in Gallatin. Interment was in the Centenary Cemetery near Gallatin. Memorial contributions may be made to the Gallatin First Christian Church, Building Fund.
More receiving assistance through WIC program in state, county
The number of Missouri women, infants and children receiving nutrition information and food assistance through the WIC program grew nearly 10% in the last year.
Pattonsburg couple ready to roll up their sleeves in effort to resurrect grain elevator business
Matt and Wendy Nalle, who recently received two land tracts containing the elevator and feed mill from Gallatin Grain Company, are looking to surrounding farmers and the general public to help them decide how best to serve them as a locally run business.
Annual health fair slated for April 9
The Daviess County Health Department will host their annual health fair in celebration of Public Health Week from 7 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. on Thursday April 9.
City sets public hearing for demolition grant
The Gallatin Board of Aldermen voted to apply for a 2009 demolition grant during their regular meeting held Monday, March 23. City Administrator Zac Johnson stated that there will be a public hearing at 6 p.m. on April 9 in the GIDA board room at city hall regarding the grant.