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11/07/2024

ATTENTION: All of Mound City is under a water boil order until further notice due to a significant water main break.

Here are a couple of images captured after today’s storm in Craig, MO. A semi-truck overturned just south of the town, a...
10/30/2024

Here are a couple of images captured after today’s storm in Craig, MO. A semi-truck overturned just south of the town, and sections of the Craig School's roof have been torn off. Full story in next week's Mound City News.

10/23/2024

Our phones and internet are down today, should be back up and running tomorrow.

09/05/2024

CORRECTION: Atchison, Holt counties U.S. Route 59 resurfacing to begin Sept. 9

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. – A project to resurface portions of U.S. Route 59 is scheduled to begin Monday, Sept. 9. Herzog Contracting Corp., working with the Missouri Department of Transportation, will resurface the first portion of Route 59 from the intersection of Missouri Route 46 near Fairfax in Atchison County to the intersection of Holt County Route O near Oregon. Once complete, crews will then resurface and widen the shoulders of Route 59 from Holt County Route O to Interstate 29.

During construction, the roadway will be narrowed to one lane with flaggers and a pilot car guiding motorists through the work zone from 6 a.m. – 7 p.m. Monday through Saturday. A 10-foot width restriction will be in place.

Both sections are planned to be resurfaced by November 2024.

As a part of this project, Route 59 from the Iowa state line to Missouri Route 136 near Tarkio in Atchison County, and U.S. Route 159 from Little Tarkio Creek to I-29 near Mound City are planned to be resurfaced in 2025. These projects are scheduled to be completed by November 2025.

Keep up to date with project progress and traffic impacts by visiting the MoDOT Traveler Information Map or by reading the Planned Roadwork for Northwest Missouri, published each Friday. This weekly roadwork press release can be viewed on the MoDOT website or by signing up for email updates at MoDOT E-Updates.

MoDOT asks drivers to work with us by always buckling up, keeping your phone down, slowing down and moving over in work zones.

When visiting modot.org, sign up online for work zone updates. Information is also available 24/7 at 888-ASK-MODOT (275-6636) or by connecting with us on social media.

09/04/2024

Atchison, Holt counties U.S. Route 59 resurfacing to begin Sept. 9

A project to resurface portions of U.S. Route 59 is scheduled to begin Monday, Sept. 9. Herzog Contracting Corp., working with the Missouri Department of Transportation, will resurface the first portion of Route 59 from the intersection of Missouri Route 46 near Fairfax in Atchison County to the intersection of Holt County Route O near Oregon.

Crews will begin work near Fairfax and work toward Oregon. During construction, the roadway will be narrowed to one lane with flaggers and a pilot car guiding motorists through the work zone from 6 a.m. – 7 p.m. Monday through Saturday. A 10-foot width restriction will be in place.

These routes are planned to be resurfaced by November 2024.

As a part of this project, Route 59 from east of Holt County Route B to Interstate 29, Route 59 from the Iowa state line to Missouri Route 136 near Tarkio in Atchison County, and U.S. Route 159 from Little Tarkio Creek to I-29 near Mound City is planned to be resurfaced in 2025. The project is scheduled to be completed by November 2025.

Keep up to date with project progress and traffic impacts by visiting the MoDOT Traveler Information Map or by reading the Planned Roadwork for Northwest Missouri, published each Friday. This weekly roadwork press release can be viewed on the MoDOT website or by signing up for email updates at MoDOT E-Updates.

MoDOT asks drivers to work with us by always buckling up, keeping your phone down, slowing down and moving over in work zones.

When visiting modot.org, sign up online for work zone updates. Information is also available 24/7 at 888-ASK-MODOT (275-6636) or by connecting with us on social media.

08/05/2024

Planned Roadwork for Northwest Missouri, August 5-11

St. Joseph, Mo. – The following is a list of general highway maintenance and construction work the Missouri Department of Transportation has planned in the Northwest Missouri region for the week of Aug. 5-11.

There also may be moving operations throughout the region, in addition to the work mentioned below. Inclement weather may cause schedule changes in some of the planned work. Check the MoDOT Traveler Information Map at http://traveler.modot.org, or download the app for updated information.

MoDOT asks drivers to work with us by buckling up, putting your phone down, slowing down and moving over in work zones.

Holt County

I-29 – Concrete replacement southbound driving lane from mile marker 99.5 to mile marker 99.3, Aug. 5-6.

I-29 – Concrete replacement southbound driving lane from mile marker 86.4 to mile marker 86.2, Aug. 6-7.

Route Y – Bridge maintenance at the bridge over I-29, Aug. 7.

I-29 – Concrete replacement northbound driving lane from mile marker 90.0 to mile marker 90.7, Aug. 7-8.

I-29 – Concrete replacement northbound driving lane from mile marker 75.6 to mile marker 75.8, Aug. 8-9.

U.S. Route 59 – CLOSED to through traffic for bridge maintenance from Route 46 near Fairfax to Route 111 in Craig, Aug. 5, 6 a.m. to 4 p.m. No traffic will be permitted across the bridge.

08/05/2024

Holt County U.S. Route 59 to close for emergency bridge deck repair

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. – The Holt County U.S. Route 59 bridge over Interstate 29 north of Craig will be closed on Monday, August 5, from 6 a.m. to 4 p.m. for an emergency bridge deck repair.

Route 59 will be closed from Missouri Route 46 near Fairfax to Missouri Route 111 in Craig. Crews will maintain access for property owners on either side of the bridge in the closure area. No traffic will be permitted on/across the bridge.

MoDOT asks drivers to work with us by always buckling up, keeping your phone down, slowing down and moving over in work zones. Know before you go and check what work zones you might encounter at traveler.modot.org.

Also, at modot.org, sign up online for work zone updates. Information is also available 24/7 at 888-ASK-MODOT (275-6636) or via social media.

Board of Aldermen meeting today at 3:30 p.m.
07/18/2024

Board of Aldermen meeting today at 3:30 p.m.

07/15/2024

Interstate 29 to close through St. Joseph beginning tomorrow, Tuesday, July 16
Cook Road Bridge rehabilitation project

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. – The north and southbound lanes of Interstate 29 through St. Joseph will close beginning at 4 a.m. tomorrow, Tuesday, July 16, and reopen by 4 a.m. on Friday, July 19. Clarkson Construction Company, along with the Missouri Department of Transportation, will close the interstate to demolish the existing deck, install new beams and paint the girders of the Cook Road Bridge.

During the 72-hour closure, traffic will be directed on the same signed detour onto I-229 that was used early this month. Southbound I-29 traffic must exit at I-29/I-229/U.S. Route 71 (EXIT 56B) and northbound I-29 traffic must exit at the I-229/I-29 (EXIT 43). Click to view the detour map.

Local traffic will not be able to access I-29 at the following locations:

Northbound I-29 from:
Route 6 (Frederick Blvd.) – Exit 47
U.S. Route 36 – northbound Exits 46A & 46B
Southbound I-29 from:
Business Route 71/US. Route 59 – Exit 53
U.S. Route 169 (Rochester Rd) – Exit 50
The contractor must close the roadway for the safety of crews. motorists. This is the second of several closures of I-29 that will occur during the project.
The Cook Road Bridge rehabilitation project will widen the bridge and replace it’s driving surface. The City of St. Joseph has also allocated funds to add a pedestrian sidewalk to the south side of the bridge which will include decorative fencing and concrete sides. The project is anticipated to be complete by October 2024.

In addition, overnight lane closures on I-29 below the bridge may occur between 7 p.m. and 7 a.m. at various dates during the project. A 12-foot width restriction will be in place.

To learn more about the project, visit: https://www.modot.org/interstate-29-bridge-rehabilitation-buchanan.

All work is weather-permitting, and schedules are subject to change.

MoDOT asks drivers to work with us by always buckling up, keeping your phone down, slowing down and moving over in work zones. Know before you go and check what work zones you might encounter at traveler.modot.org.

Get project and work zone news straight to your email by signing up for eUpdates. Information is also available 24/7 by calling 888-ASK-MODOT (275-6636) or by connecting with us on social media.

07/12/2024

Planned Roadwork for Northwest Missouri, July 15-21

St. Joseph, Mo. – The following is a list of general highway maintenance and construction work the Missouri Department of Transportation has planned in the Northwest Missouri region for the week of July 15-21.

There also may be moving operations throughout the region, in addition to the work mentioned below. Inclement weather may cause schedule changes in some of the planned work. Check the MoDOT Traveler Information Map at http://traveler.modot.org, or download the app for updated information.

MoDOT asks drivers to work with us by buckling up, putting your phone down, slowing down and moving over in work zones.

Holt County

Route 113 – CLOSED for a culvert replacement from 170 Road to 190 Road, July 16, 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

06/21/2024

Planned Roadwork for Northwest Missouri, June 24-30

St. Joseph, Mo. – The following is a list of general highway maintenance and construction work the Missouri Department of Transportation has planned in the Northwest Missouri region for the week of June 24-30.

There also may be moving operations throughout the region, in addition to the work mentioned below. Inclement weather may cause schedule changes in some of the planned work. Check the MoDOT Traveler Information Map at http://traveler.modot.org, or download the app for updated information.

MoDOT asks drivers to work with us by buckling up, putting your phone down, slowing down and moving over in work zones.

Holt County
Route 113 – Culvert replacement at County Road 180, June 24, 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. The road will be narrowed to one lane with flaggers to guide motorists through the workzone.

06/05/2024

WE MISSED PUTTING AN ADVERTISEMENT IN THIS WEEK'S PAPER!!
Details:
The City of Mound City Clerk and Collector's Office will be closed Wed., June 12 and Thurs., June 13 from 8:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m. each day.

05/17/2024

Planned Roadwork for Northwest Missouri, May 20-27

St. Joseph, Mo. – The following is a list of general highway maintenance and construction work the Missouri Department of Transportation has planned in the Northwest Missouri region for the week of May 20-27.

MoDOT will limit road construction on Memorial Day weekend to accommodate expected increased holiday travel. Work on most maintenance and construction projects will be suspended at noon Friday, May 24, and resume at 6 a.m. Tuesday, May 28. Some long-term traffic impacts will remain in place

Inclement weather may cause schedule changes in some of the planned work. There also may be moving operations throughout the region, in addition to the work mentioned below. Check the MoDOT Traveler Information Map at http://traveler.modot.org, or download the app for updated information.

MoDOT asks drivers to work with us by buckling up, putting your phone down, slowing down and moving over in work zones.

Holt County

Route C – CLOSED for pavement repairs from Lincoln Road to Route N, May 21, 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Route N – CLOSED for a culvert replacement from Route C to Route HH, May 22, 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

05/10/2024

Planned Roadwork for Northwest Missouri, May 13-19

St. Joseph, Mo. – The following is a list of general highway maintenance and construction work the Missouri Department of Transportation has planned in the Northwest Missouri region for the week of May 13-19.

Inclement weather may cause schedule changes in some of the planned work. There also may be moving operations throughout the region, in addition to the work mentioned below. Check the MoDOT Traveler Information Map at http://traveler.modot.org, or download the app for updated information.

MoDOT asks drivers to work with us by buckling up, putting your phone down, slowing down and moving over in work zones.

Holt County

I-29 – Concrete replacement southbound, from mile marker 97.6 to mile marker 96.0, May 13-14. The road will be narrowed to one lane around-the-clock.

I-29 – Concrete replacement northbound, from mile marker 84.4 to mile marker 87.0, May 14-15. The road will be narrowed to one lane around-the-clock.

I-29 – Concrete replacement northbound, from mile marker 92.0 to mile marker 92.6, May 15-16. The road will be narrowed to one lane around-the-clock.

Route N – CLOSED for a culvert replacement from Route C to Route HH, May 16, 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

05/03/2024

MoDOT to hold open-house meeting for projects in Atchison, Holt counties

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. – The Missouri Department of Transportation will host a public meeting in Craig, Mo., to discuss upcoming bridge deck replacement projects on Holt County U.S. Route 59.

You are invited to attend a public open house meeting on Monday, May 6, at the Craig Elementary School, 402 N. Ward St., Craig, MO 64437. Attendees are welcome to come any time between 4-6 p.m. to speak with project leaders. There will be no formal presentation.

This meeting will allow the public to share their thoughts and concerns about the plans for each of the bridge projects and to provide comments, either directly to the engineers or through the comment form, on those concerns. MoDOT engineers will also be available to answer questions regarding other planned Statewide Transportation Improvement Program projects and maintenance work in the area.

If you are unable to attend the open house, two other opportunities for public comment are available through Monday, May 20, 2024.

View the project website at https://www.modot.org/missouri-route-59-bridge-rehabilitation-atchison-and-holt). While there, sign up to receive updates about this project via email and/or leave comments.
Mail your comments to:
Atchison, Holt counties public meeting

Missouri Department of Transportation

3602 North Belt Highway

St. Joseph, MO 64506

All comments must be postmarked by Monday, May 20, 2024.

MoDOT is committed to providing equal access to this event for all participants. If you need a reasonable accommodation, please contact Northwest District Communications at 816-901-4529 by Today, Friday, May 3.

04/26/2024

Planned Roadwork for Northwest Missouri, April 29-May 5

St. Joseph, Mo. – The following is a list of general highway maintenance and construction work the Missouri Department of Transportation has planned in Holt County for the week of April 29-May 5.

Inclement weather may cause schedule changes in some of the planned work. There also may be moving operations throughout the region, in addition to the work mentioned below. Check the MoDOT Traveler Information Map at http://traveler.modot.org, or download the app for updated information.

MoDOT asks drivers to work with us by buckling up, putting your phone down, slowing down and moving over in work zones.

Route A – Bridge maintenance at the Holt/Nodaway County bridge, April 29-May 3. The bridge will be narrowed to one lane around-the-clock with temporary traffic signals in place and a 12-foot width restriction.

04/19/2024

Planned Roadwork for Northwest Missouri, April 22-28

St. Joseph, Mo. – The following is a list of general highway maintenance and construction work the Missouri Department of Transportation has planned in the Northwest Missouri region for the week of April 22-28.

Inclement weather may cause schedule changes in some of the planned work. There also may be moving operations throughout the region, in addition to the work mentioned below. MoDOT asks drivers to work with us by buckling up, putting your phone down, slowing down and moving over in work zones.

Holt County

Route P – CLOSED for permit/utility work at the St. Joseph Sub Train Tracks in Fortescue, April 22-24, 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily.

Route A – Bridge maintenance at the Holt/Nodaway County bridge, April 24-26. The bridge will be narrowed to one lane around-the-clock with temporary traffic signals in place and a 12-foot width restriction.

Route P – Pavement repairs from Route 118 to County Road 220, April 22, 6:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. The road will be narrowed to one lane during working hours.

Route C – CLOSED for pavement repairs from Route N to Route DD, April 22-23, 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. daily.

ATTENTION MOUND CITY RESIDENTS: Don't miss the open house at the Northwest Health Services Mound City Clinic next Wednes...
03/29/2024

ATTENTION MOUND CITY RESIDENTS: Don't miss the open house at the Northwest Health Services Mound City Clinic next Wednesday, April 3, starting at 5 p.m.

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