Although the nation still waits to learn who the next president will be, the state of Missouri has re-elected Governor Mike Parson (R), and Crawford County voters chose District #2 Commissioner Jared Boast (R) to retain his seat.
Crawford County News
COVID cases surpass 700 in Crawford County
COVID-19 cases in Crawford County have passed the 700 mark, with the state’s COVID dashboard reporting a total of 718 as of November 1. That shows an increase of 89 cases over the total of 629 reported on the state website on October 25.
Commission hears complaints about proposed coroner’s facility
Crawford County Commissioners heard determined opposition to locating a coroner’s facility at 1000 Mapleshade Road in Cuba at their meeting on Wednesday, October 28. Nancy Montgomery, who owns adjacent property, confronted the commission with her concerns about having the facility in a residential neighborhood, backed by a room full of residents of the area.
Impact 100 decides on $30,000 in local grants
Although Impact 100 Crawford County wasn’t able to host its annual event this year due to the ongoing pandemic, the group met virtually and awarded six $5,000 grants to non-profit organizations that serve the county. Over the past four years, Impact 100 has raised nearly $120,000 to benefit local causes.
General Election is Tuesday
Voters will select a president and vice president at the polls next Tuesday. In Missouri, we will also choose a governor. And, in Crawford County, a District #2 commissioner.