Micah Stolley

At a recent Mobile Food Pantry drop in Maryville, the second Harvest Food Bank served over 500 people in need.

MoWest is starting the school year with an updated library facility.The Hearnes Center serves as the campus library is one of the original three buildings built on The MoWest Campus. The university recently invested 2.5 million dollars in the facility for a renovation. Since it was first opened in 1972 the center has been a campus hub. Library Director Sally Gibson says they had many aims for the renovation.

Koelliker was appointed this summer to fill the vacant term created by the resignation of Nate Blackford. Chamber of Commerce Director Becky Albrecht says that Koelliker is joining at an eventful time.

The Missouri Department of Conservation's Northwest Office is buying select tree and shrub seeds from the public. People can bring in approved seeds to the office this Thursday, Aug. 28 between 8 am and 1 pm.

A Northwest alum is hoping for community support in starting a bookstore and coffee shop in the Maryville area.

The Rose Theatre announced auditions for the "Fairy Tale Café" open for home school students from 2nd through 6th grades.

A historical family drama debuts next week in Maryville at the Rose Theatre. KXCV-KRNW's Micah Stolley spoke with the playwright and has this report.