Local teachers say good-bye to the classroom

 As another school year comes to an end, several Nodaway County teachers will be closing the books one last time. The following retiring teachers, who responded to a survey administered by the Nodaway News Leader, have amassed over 172 years of combined teaching. Stephen Miller, Maryville Middle School 6th grade math, 6th grade reading, [...]

Women looking to improve local business

Brandy Weingartner and Kelly Gorgacz-Olinger are aiming for a higher level. The two are the owners of Scrapbooking Expressions in Westgate Plaza. The business, open since August 2008, had a grand re-opening under new ownership this month.

Final day of school bittersweet for USD 489 retiree

Just because she's retiring as a teacher doesn't mean Kim Lyon is through trying to make a difference in children's lives. Today is the last day of school for Roosevelt Elementary School, and it's the last day for Lyon, too. She is retiring after 32 years as a teacher -- all in Hays.

Paxton: Instills stewardship, responsibility in students

After college, Rebecca Paxton began her career as an extension agent working with agriculture, 4-H and youth programs.

Ashworth College Appoints Dr. Joi Barkley Faculty Dean for Online School

Ashworth College, a leading online school and provider of accredited online education programs, today announced that Dr. Joi Barkley has been appointed Faculty Dean for the online school.Peachtree Corners, GA (PRWEB) May 16, 2012 Ashworth College (http://www.ashworthcollege.edu/), a leading online school and provider of accredited online education programs, today announced that Dr. Joi Barkley ...