The Salem R-80 School District Board of Directors met for its monthly meeting Thursday, May 15, during which board were able to view the works of art teacher Angela Dingess’ final class of students, who presented to board and istrative staff.

The Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) has announced eight Missouri Gold Star Schools for 2025. The program, which aligns with the National Blue Ribbon Schools Program sponsored by the U.S. Department of Education, recognizes schools for outstanding academic achievement …

The City of Salem Board of Aldermen met for its regular meeting Tuesday, May 13, during which discussion revolved around a water rate increase, as recommended by the utility committee.

Behind the scenes, the Dent County Fire Protection District has been working diligently to ensure the successful implementation of Proposition Fire. At the recent regular Board of Directors meeting, LJ Hart & Company was in attendance to provide a project timeline and outline the next steps.

Injuries were reported Monday, May 12, resulting from a one-vehicle crash that occurred at the 172-mile marker of Interstate 44, according to an online report of Troop I of the Missouri State Highway Patrol.

According to reports from the Dent County Sheriff’s Office:

The North Wood R-IV Board of Education met May 15 for its regular meeting. In attendance were Aaron Brooks, Ron Hedrick, Jarred Brown and David Massengale. Jeff Dodson, JC Flores, Mike Manes, and Lois Stacy were also present. Not in attendance included Jr Rictor, Jenna Dunn, and Jimmy Decker.

According to reports of Missouri’s 42nd Judicial Circuit:

The low-water crossing on Dent County Route TT near Sligo is now open following repairs.

The Dent County Fire Protection District Board met for its monthly meeting Tuesday, May 14. present included board Mike Godi, David Greenshields, Dr. Leigh Ann Price, Jeff Stokes, and John Knight.

The Dent County Commission met for its weekly meetings Thursday, May 15 and Monday, May 19. In attendance included presiding commissioner Gary Larson, first district commissioner Keith Green, second district commissioner Jimmy Williams, and deputy county clerk Crystal Pilkington.