Council discusses streets

The Jefferson City Council met in regular session on July 6, moved from Tuesday to Thursday due to the July 4 holiday. First thing on the agenda was the Jefferson High School property.

DV Board reviews proposed budget

The Dakota Valley School Board held its annual designations meeting on July 6. First, the board reviewed the proposed 2024 budget.

County deputies find missing Missouri boy

On July 8 at approximately 2:20 p.m., two Deputies with the Union County Sheriff’s Office, conducted a traffic stop on Interstate 29 for suspicion of Driving Under the Influence. During the traffic stop, a 14-year-old juvenile was located sleeping in the back seat.

Board approves equipment building

Discussions continue on the radio tower for communications from Union County’s emergency responders located at the Union County Courthouse. The Union County Commissioners heard about more complications at their meeting Tuesday, July 11.

County terminates contract for jail meals

The Union County Board of County Commissioners listened to concerns raised from Union County Sheriff Dan Limoges and Secretary Tracy Smith about the meals being provided to inmates at their meeting June 27.

VanBeest joins council

The VanBeests became a part of the Jefferson community seven years ago. Now, John VanBeest is going to be taking on a more important role in the community – city council member.

Update to Jefferson Days schedule

Since the printing of the Jefferson Days of ’59 schedule in last week’s paper, there have been some updates. 

An event on Wednesday was not included in our printed schedule. The annual Texas Hold ’Em tournament will be held at 7 p.m. at Bud’s Bar.

Malli’s on Wheels will be at Jefferson Beer Supply (JBS) on Thursday, July 13 from 5 to 9 p.m. Tako N’ Madre will now be at JBS Friday, July 14 from 5 to 9 p.m. Friday evening’s performance by Special K Bubbles the Clown will now be replaced by a balloon twister.