Willard

After a contentious process of setting new water and sewer rates, Willard is hoping its new Water Advisory Board will help bridge the gap between the city, its residents and its water customers.

The annual event consists of a parade, Crafts & Cocoa with Santa and holiday tunes sung by area elementary students.

They requested the audit in response to former mayor and alderman Corey Hendrickson's conviction for fraud and identity theft earlier this year.

Voters went to the polls in Willard and Fair Grove.

The event runs 11 A.M. to 2 P.M. The 10,000 square foot inclusive playground was awarded National Demonstration Site status for its mix of inclusive equipment designed to maximize childhood engagement and development.

Voters in Willard and Fair Grove will cast ballots on June 18.

The State of Missouri allows for ties in elections of this sort to be decided by a runoff or coin toss, depending on the consent of the candidates.

Greene County Clerk Shane Schoeller explains what his office will be doing the rest of the week.

By May 2024, Willard expects to have built one of the largest inclusive playgrounds in the area, complete with ramps, surfaces and play equipment that anyone can use — regardless of disability status.

The city of Willard says it’s set to take training about state open-government law from the Missouri Attorney General’s office.