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An accident occurred at 10:58 am on Monday, March 9^th in Franklin County on Highway 50 at Route AT. According to the highway patrol report, a 2010 Ford Econoline Van driven by 65-year old Linda Hilliard of Salem was traveling westbound, failed to yield the right of way turning onto highway 50 and then struck the towed unit of a 2011 Mack Granite Trash Truck driven by 52-year old John Watkins of Festus. A passenger, 39-year old Taralyn Hilliard suffered moderate injuries and was transported by Union EMS to Mercy in Creve Coeur. The driver, Linda Hilliard along with passengers, 9-year old Hunter Jameson, 13-year old Preston Jameson and 9-year old Shawnalyn Jameson suffered minor injuries and were transported by Union EMS to Mercy Hospital in Washington. Everyone involved was wearing a seat restraint at the time of the accident. The Ford Econoline Van sustained extensive damage and was towed by Sturm’s Towing. The Mack Granite Trash Truck sustained moderate damage and towed by Vanguard Towing.

Dent County University of Missouri Extension will hold a Spring Beef and Forage Meeting on March 26^th at the Bank of Salem Courtesy Room at 7 pm. This program will feature Will McClain, MU Extension Agronomy Specialist, who will discuss nitrogen sources for hay and pasture fertilization.  Ammonium nitrate, which has been commonly used for forage nitrogen fertility, is no longer available in our area.  Alternative nitrogen sources such as urea, super U, and ammonium sulfate, along with urease inhibitors that can be used to reduce nitrogen losses to volatilization will be discussed, and recommendations regarding the use of these various products will be provided. Ted Cunningham, MU Extension Livestock Specialist, will discuss best management practices for developing quality beef replacement heifers.  With many producers now expanding their herds by retaining and developing heifers, producers should use management techniques that result in improved reproductive efficiency and longevity in their breeding herd. Additionally, information regarding the Show-Me-Select Replacement Heifer program will be provided for producers who wish to develop and market and/or purchase beef replacement heifers. There will be a $5 per person charge for this program (payable at the door), and space is limited.  To attend, please RSVP by contacting the Dent County MU Extension Office at 729-3196.  For more information please contact Ted Cunningham, MU Extension Livestock Specialist, at the Dent County Extension office or by email at cunninghamtc@missouri.edu.

The 2015 Business Expo will be held from 9:00 in the morning until noon on Saturday, April 11^th at the Salem High School Gym. The Business Expo is an excellent opportunity for businesses to advertise their products and services. In the past, only orders could be taken, but new this year, sales can be processed at the Expo. Salem School administration does want to remind Business Expo vendors that no alcohol, tobacco, firearms or drug-related products are permitted on school grounds. The annual Expo is free to the public. Chamber members receive one booth space (10 foot by 6 foot) at no charge. Any additional booth spaces are $40 each. The booth space fee for non-chamber members is $140. Businesses may bring their entry form to the chamber membership luncheon meeting today to be included in the drawing for the first three “prime” spots. The deadline for businesses to have a booth space for the 2015 Business Expo is March 27^th. Businesses that plan on giving prizes valued at $250 or more are asked to contact the chamber office in order to take full advantage of Expo advertising. For more information about the 2015 Business Expo, booth registration or bag sponsor forms, contact the Salem Area Chamber of Commerce at 729-6900 or go to chamber@salemmo.com.

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The Missouri Basketball Tigers, the last seed in the SEC Tournament, will face the South Carolina Gamecocks in the first round of the tournament tonight at about 8:00 at Bridgestone Arena in Nashville. You can hear the game on KSMO Radio.

Barrett Jackman's surprising goal from the neutral zone with 1:03 to play lifted the St. Louis Blues to a thrilling 5-4 victory over the Winnipeg Jets on Tuesday. Vladimir Tarasenko, Jori Lehtera and Jaden Schwartz each tallied a goal and an assist for the Blues, who will play Philadelphia Thursday night.

Max Stassi hit his first home run of the spring and the Houston Astros beat the St. Louis Cardinals 7-6 on Tuesday. Colby Rasmus drove in a pair of runs and Jed Lowrie hit two doubles for Houston, which saw all five of its pitchers to take the mound five up at least one run. Jacob Wilson went 3-for-4 with a home run for the Cardinals. St. Louis will play Atlanta today.

Jose Abreu, J.B. Shuck and Gordon Beckham all hit RBI singles during the first inning as the Chicago White Sox claimed a 6-2 spring training victory over the Kansas City Royals on Tuesday. Royal’s starter Jeremy Guthrie gave up three runs on four hits over two frames. Kansas City will play Cincinnati today.

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