Northwest Missourian

Retirees reflect on service to Northwest

Thu, 24 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Name: Richard Frucht

Position(s) held: Professor/Chair of History, Humanities, Philosophy and Political Science.

Illusionist brings magic to captivated PAC audience

Thu, 24 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Lights and smoke swarmed him as he took the stage. No, he's not a rock star.

Server crash frustrates students

Thu, 24 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Despite rumors, the Dierks Bentley concert had nothing to do with the server crash late Wednesday.

Students travel to Texas for competition

Thu, 24 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Six Northwest students recently traveled to Austin, Texas for the National Forensic Tournament.

Shipley retires after 47 years

Thu, 24 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Ever since junior high, she has planned out every day.

Alumnus returns as manager

Thu, 24 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

After being in the industry for more than 30 years, his interest for radio led him back to his alma mater.

A taste of the old west

Thu, 24 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

The cowboy steels himself, ready to strike like a coiled rattlesnake. The flaps of his long black trench coat rustle in the breeze. A hush falls over the crowd as it awaits the impending showdown. Under his cowboy hat, with twin pistols at his side, the tall man's eyes show no fear.

City prepares for students' departure

Thu, 24 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

When Northwest students pack their belongings to leave Maryville for the summer, most don't think of what the town and campus are like while they're away.

Thrift shop moves next to sister store

Thu, 24 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Only a few pool tables remain in the old billiards hall next to Castaways New and Used Clothing Store on the Nodaway Square in downtown Maryville, but in a month's a time, Richard Hallenberg plans to bring his customers to the vacant building.

Area will offer variety of athletic programs for all ages this summer

Thu, 24 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Summertime is almost here, and with warmer weather comes more outdoor activities.

Residents reuse what others waste

Thu, 24 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

A then 12-year-old Bob Bush once built a go-cart from some wood, wheels and a washing machine motor.

Ceremony officially launches wind plant

Thu, 24 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

An area community turns to wind power for electricity needs.

Garage sales open to all Maryville residents

Thu, 24 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Maryville residents will have the opportunity to clean out their closets and attics next weekend.

End of Year Awards

Thu, 24 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

The 14-year Northwest head coach led his team to its third consecutive national championship game.

Conference tourney hopes on the ropes

Thu, 24 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

After getting swept by No. 2 Emporia State last weekend, the Northwest baseball team was mired in a six-game losing streak and on the verge of falling out of the MIAA tournament picture.

Pitching helps drive doubleheader sweep

Thu, 24 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Northwest's doubleheader sweep against No. 2 regionally ranked Central Missouri may indicate what the Bearcats are capable of when postseason play begins May 1.

Bailey shines at KU Relays

Thu, 24 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

The Northwest men's and women's track teams tested themselves against higher levels of competition last weekend at the Kansas Relays.

Successful inaugural season ends

Thu, 24 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

The Northwest women's golf team's first season as a varsity sport comes to an end this weekend.

Men, women eye another MIAA Championship

Thu, 24 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Northwest tennis coach Mark Rosewell knows what it's like to win a men's and women's conference championship in the same year.

End of Year Awards

Thu, 24 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

So many times in sports, the highest high is followed almost immediately by the lowest low.

Extras aid defending state champs

Thu, 24 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Last week's record-setting performance against Cameron didn't translate into success this week for the Maryville baseball team.

Hendrix leads year's best effort

Thu, 24 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

The Maryville High School golf team continues its march to districts, as it took down the Bedford Bulldogs in Tuesday's rescheduled matchup.

Defensive lapses lead to loss

Thu, 24 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

A very different-looking Maryville High School girls' soccer team showed up for last Tuesday's game against Smithville.

Girls take fifth straight meet

Thu, 24 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Tuesday's track meet at Platte County had a "mixed bag" of results for the Maryville track teams.

Keep safety, relaxation in mind over break

Thu, 24 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Believe or not, an end to this school year is in sight. In a little more than a week, finals will be finished and most Northwest students will be packing their bags and heading out of Maryville for the summer.

A year in review, thanks for playing along

Thu, 24 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Throughout the trimester our goal has been to provide the readers of the Northwest Missourian with humorous and insightful analysis on global, national, and local events.

U.S. involvement crucial for peace between China, Tibet

Thu, 24 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

As the 2008 Beijing Olympics draw near, the problem between Tibet and China is escalating and receiving more worldwide attention, especially after the violent riots that took place in March.

2007-2008 season full of memorable events

Thu, 24 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

The 2007-2008 season had its fair of share of memorable moments. It began with a strike of lightning and ended with an improbable shot.

Your Man addresses criticisms

Thu, 24 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

As the school year winds down, most of us are getting on bended knee to thank God or Bud Light for getting us through the trimester.

Top 3 picks of the week

Thu, 24 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Artist worth checking out - London-born crooner Leona Lewis is definitely worth checking out. Since winning the first season of the reality show, "The X Factor," a talent competition in London, her first album, "Spirit," was released on April 8. Her first single, "Bleeding Love" is quickly climbing the charts and becoming a mega-hit.

'Leatherheads' scores a touchdown in hilarity

Thu, 24 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Try to imagine a time when football wasn't mainstream. It seems weird to think about, but it's true. George Clooney starred in and directed "Leatherheads," a period piece about a time when a career in professional football was laughed at.