Greene County Clerk Shane Schoeller announced that absentee voting started Tuesday, Feb. 19, for those eligible voters who are unable to go to their regular polling place on April 2 for the General Municipal Election.
Sales tax revenue has maintained a steady level of growth in Ash Grove and Republic over the past five years according to numbers provided by each city. Willard’s sales tax revenue maintained a steady average, though the city saw revenue decline during one year.
Flat Creek Restaurant’s new Republic location drew 2,000 customers when it opened on Tuesday, Feb. 5. Two weeks later, the restaurant, which serves chicken, catfish, seafood and steaks, among several other items, is still a highly popular destination for those who want to eat out.
The City of Republic’s Parks and Recreation Department held its 15th annual Fathers/Daughters Valentine Dance at the city’s community center on Friday, Feb. 1. About 850 people, including 430 daughters, attended.
The Missouri Highways and Transportation Commission, at its meeting Wednesday, Feb. 6 in Jefferson City, awarded several road/bridge projects to construction companies, the Missouri Department of Transportation said. One of
the projects is in Greene County.
The Willard FFA Booster Club will hold a chili and potato supper fundraiser on Friday, March 1 at 6 p.m. in the Willard High School Ag Build- ing to raise funds for the Willard FFA. The meal includes chili, a baked potato bar, dessert and drink for $7.
If you were inconvenienced by the recent change of billing software by the city of Republic, or even if you weren’t, the city wants to extend an olive branch. On a unanimous vote by the Republic City Council, Feb.
Republic Courtwarming Queen Karson Thomas with escort Kendall Hamilton and her father, Kevin Thomas, smiles after her crowning during the Feb. 8 Republic Courtwarming coronation. See page 10 for more coverage. (Photo submitted)
