The Mercer County Sheriff’s Office has released its operational statistics for June, outlining jail activity, law enforcement efforts, administrative responsibilities, grant funding, and professional achievements. During June, the sheriff’s office reported six inmates in custody. Five individuals were booked into the jail, five were transported to and from court, three inmates were released, and one […] The post Mercer County sheriff reports June enforcement and jail activity a

The bridge deck replacement project for Sullivan County Route OO bridge over Locust Creek, near Milan, reopened Tuesday. The Missouri Department of Transportation contracted E&C Bridge, LLC to complete a bridge deck replacement project on four bridges in Mercer, Putnam and Sullivan counties. The other bridges completed in this project include:Mercer County Route E over […]

The Mercer County Sheriff’s Office reported the arrests of two foreign nationals who authorities say were unlawfully residing in the United States following separate traffic stops conducted on June 30. According to Sheriff Jeff Spencer, the first traffic stop occurred during the morning near Highway 65 and Highway 136. A Mercer County deputy stopped a […] The post Mercer County deputies arrest two undocumented foreign nationals appeared first on KTTN-FM 92.3 and KGOZ -FM 101.7.

Larry Berndt passed away on Wednesday, June 17, 2026, surrounded by his family. Larry dedicated 39 years of service to the Mercer County Water District, where he worked until retiring in 2024. His commitment to his work and community earned the respect of colleagues and friends. Outside of work, Larry enjoyed hot rods and watching […] The post Larry Berndt, age 74 appeared first on KTTN-FM 92.3 and KGOZ -FM 101.7.

The Princeton Independence Day Celebration is scheduled for July 4 and will feature a full day of activities, entertainment, food, and community events. Junktiques will be held on the Princeton Square from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Candidates seeking Mercer County offices in the August Primary Election will speak at the Princeton School beginning at […] The post Princeton hosts July 4 event with music, food and fireworks appeared first on KTTN-FM 92.3 and KGOZ -FM 101.7.

Severe Thunderstorm Warning: Grundy, MO, Harrison, MO, Mercer, MO and 2 more areas until Jun 13 at 5:13 PM The post Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued June 13 at 12:11PM CDT until June 13 at 12:15PM CDT by NWS Kansas City/Pleasant Hill MO appeared first on KQ2 | St. Joseph, Missouri News, Weather & Sports.

Severe Thunderstorm Warning: Grundy, MO, Harrison, MO, Mercer, MO and 2 more areas until Jun 13 at 4:43 PM The post Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued June 13 at 11:28AM CDT until June 13 at 12:15PM CDT by NWS Kansas City/Pleasant Hill MO appeared first on KQ2 | St. Joseph, Missouri News, Weather & Sports.

The Mercer County Fire Protection District has released a summary of its activities for the week, highlighting responses to severe weather, flooding concerns, community outreach, and an advisory regarding additional storms. The Mercer County Fire Protection District, Mercer Fire Protection District, Mercer County Ambulance, and the Mercer County Sheriff’s Office responded to reports of tornado-related […] The post Mercer County fire district highlights storm response and community ev

The Mercer County Area Development Corporation Board is advancing efforts to restore the historic Bull Durham Tobacco advertising mural on the south side of the Princeton Square. The organization considers the project a key component of developing a pocket park in the space formerly occupied by a barber shop, with plans to highlight the history […] The post Princeton history project focuses on Bull Durham mural restoration appeared first on KTTN-FM 92.3 and KGOZ -FM 101.7.

Severe Thunderstorm Warning: Grundy, MO, Mercer, MO, Putnam, MO and 2 more areas until Jun 11 at 6:58 PM The post Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued June 11 at 1:52PM CDT until June 11 at 2:45PM CDT by NWS Kansas City/Pleasant Hill MO appeared first on KQ2 | St. Joseph, Missouri News, Weather & Sports.