By Ralph Echtinaw Sparks flew in county commission chambers last week as the employment status of Finance Director Chris Oosterhoff was considered. Commissioners voted 4-1 to drop the final year of Oosterhoff’s […]
Treasurer Terri Ball defends use of son-in-law for foreclosed property work
By Ralph Echtinaw County commissioners caviled last month over the manner in which Treasurer Terri Ball maintained 13 foreclosed properties last summer, including the hiring of her son-in-law to do the work. […]
Staffing shortages have police agencies scrambling to do more with less
By Ralph Echtinaw St. Louis’ loss is Alma’s gain as police officer Ryan Bahlke has put in his notice to take a position with Alma police. St. Louis Police Chief Richard J. […]
Policies modified on short shorts and cell phones at St. Louis High School
By Ralph Echtinaw Changes to St. Louis High School dress code and cell phone policies were announced by Principal Ben Brock at Monday’s school board meeting. A requirement that girls’ shorts had […]
Fire truck to cost $458,000: Won’t arrive for at least 18 months
By Ralph Echtinaw The St. Louis Area Fire Department will have a new truck to replace an obsolescent 1996 International pumper in 18-24 months. That’s how long it takes to get a […]
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