Mental health and student wellness issues are not unique to the small student population of Northwest but are rather an all-encompassing epidemic that several institutions in the state are working with experts to curb and find viable solutions for. Read more

The city of Maryville, as advised by the Missouri Department of Natural Resources, announced direct contact with Mozingo Lake should be avoided due to the potential for cyanotoxins. Read more

A new federal law in the U.S. prohibits the sale of tobacco products to anyone under the age of 21, but city and state adoption of the law is at a momentary halt with lengthy discussion and required local legislative moves. Read more

Rebecca Wyant, a community member, is turning The Bridge East into a rehabilitation center for drug and alcohol addiction based on Christian ideals, the program will be called Arch of Freedom. Read more

Maryville roads have become tough to drive on due to winter weather conditions. The icy conditions have caused accidents in the area. Read more

The Office of Diversity and Inclusion will host the first Diversity Leadership Conference Feb. 22 on the third floor of the J.W. Jones Student Union, which is available and free to attend for all Northwest students. Read more

Northwest held its Ninth Annual Peace Brunch on campus for Martin Luther King Jr. Day at 11 a.m. Jan. 20 in the J.W. Jones Student Union Ballroom. Read more

Six contenders have announced their bid against incumbent Missouri Gov. Mike Parson in the 2020 gubernatorial election, the state’s election coinciding with the U.S. presidential election where voter favorites are still unclear both locally and nationally. Read more

The Bearcat Steppers will head to Universal Dance Association College Nationals to compete Jan. 17. Read more

The wait time to seek counseling at Wellness Services has dropped to just a week at the start of the semester, but wellness on campus looks different for students who are in urgent need of mental health services. Read more

With the future of higher education uncertain amid dwindling state funding, University President John Jasinski invited a guest to the semesterly all-employee meeting to discuss alternative education models and timelines. Read more

With last winter having especially harsh weather and this winter possibly following suit, facility services has taken extra precautionary measures on campus to keep students safe on icy sidewalks. Read more

While he announced his candidacy publicly the week of Jan. 9, Darren White knew nearly two years ago that he would see his name on the ballot for Nodaway County Sheriff in November 2020. Read more

Although no classes were offered during the first January intersession, the University plans to keep it in the calendar while the logistics of class offerings are worked out. Read more

The rising minimum wage for 2020 is not set to be voted on by Student Senate this year. Read more

At the last Student Senate meeting of the semester, before students could say their goodbyes and leave for winter break, University Police Department Chief, Clarence Green, came with a proposal to compensate for the rising minimum wage in Missouri. Read more

The small town of Maryville, taking pride in businesses uniquely local, has provided a platform for entrepreneurs to be successful in the competitive business world. Of the 33 small businesses in Maryville, 20 of them are owned or at least partly-owned by women, a feat several business owner… Read more

According to the American Kennel Club and Michelson Found Animals, certain essential oils, a common household trend, could be harmful to pets if used on or near them. Read more

Maryville High School is taking donations for an upcoming launch of its bookshelf gifting program that gives free books to high schoolers who love to read. Read more

Maryville R-II Educational Foundation hosted the second annual Holiday Festival of Trees event Dec. 1, where community members bid on holiday trees donated by local businesses and organizations throughout a vocal and instrumental winter concert. Read more

With finals season emerging through the lulling satisfaction of Thanksgiving break, cheery, upbeat moods are suddenly being replaced with somber in December as students feel an encroaching pressure to perform well. At Northwest, Wellness Services is the face of aid for those struggling, but … Read more

Several Northwest students have found a go-to non-profit business that allows them to complete service hours for organizations and play with friendly felines and canines at the same time. Read more

Growing up, some take for granted the toothbrush, toothpaste, clothes and deodorant their families can afford to provide them. Read more

In a gray brick building right off First Street in Maryville, five generations of community members gather every week, sharing coffee and comfort food with lifelong friends. Read more

Amid piles of snow melting in the mid-afternoon sun, Delta Sigma Phi fraternity members sunk shovels into the recently-thawed ground to make way for a new tree commemorating their victory in Bearcats Going Green’s Homecoming recycling contest. Read more

The new Agricultural Learning Center construction is expected to begin in the spring at the R.T. Wright University Laboratory Farm for students to participate in profession-based learning. Read more

Preparing for a cold, snowy winter, contractors of the new Maryville Public Safety building are working toward having an enclosed building to continue construction on by the time more severe weather hits. Read more

Northwest Missouri Conservationists have been on the lookout for chronic wasting disease, which has touched Missouri’s deer population. Read more

Closing its doors for the chilly winter months, Kool Kats in Maryville will return to a seasonal business, seeing the winter as an opportunity to make improvements for the spring and summer when the small business profits the most. Read more

Some international faculty have experienced problems with the immigration process and have come together with Northwest’s administration to look for solutions. Read more

The opioid and crisis of severe drug use reaches far and wide, and can make its way into even the smallest, closest knit communities. The same deteriorating ailment goes for drugs that people don’t talk about. Read more

At the tail-end of his legislative off-season travel, Missouri’s Lt. Gov. Mike Kehoe visited College Republicans to answer questions about higher education funding and his goals leading up to the 2020 election. Read more

First-generation students had the opportunity to meet other people who have similar experiences and celebrate their college journeys in conjunction with the annual National First-Generation College Celebration. Read more

Missouri Western State University will have a four-day course schedule starting in the fall semester of the 2020-21 school year, possibly due to lack of funding. Read more

In 1883 a northwest Missouri college began providing higher education to students and building up a legacy of achievement in academics and sports, coming to an unexpected halt a century later. Read more

In an effort to reach a rapidly-growing demographic in the U.S., the role of Northwest’s diversity and inclusion coordinator — with support through the Hispanic Development Fund — has pivoted to include recruiting Hispanic and Latino students in Missouri metropolitan areas. Read more

On the corner square of Third and Main Streets in Downtown Maryville sits a pocket park under construction in the empty lot by Blue Willow Boutique. Read more

In reviewing campus crime statistics for the annual Security and Fire Safety Report, University Police aims to decrease liquor law violations, theft and sexual assaults related to social media and dating apps through preventative patrolling and programming. Read more

After the release of his fourth album, “Anonymous,” rapper Blackbear will be coming to campus Nov. 9. Read more

Special notice signage replaces Northwest T-shirts and Spoofhound hoodies in the glass storefront windows of Jock’s Nitch Sporting Goods in Maryville. Read more

In a red “Make America Great Again” baseball cap sat 69 names scribbled onto small blue pieces of paper. At the end of the of the College Republicans meeting, one of those names would be the new owner of an AR-15 80% lower receiver. Read more

A local pharmacy, along with two other commercial companies, are preparing to take on additional customers after the Maryville Walgreens closes its doors Nov. 7. Read more

As the holiday season rolls around, Nodaway County citizens begin to give some children a better chance at seeing gifts under the tree on Christmas morning. Read more

In a matter of five minutes, Black Alumni and Friends raised $6,300 at a chapter meeting designed to set goals and elect officers. Read more

The Rho Theta chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Inc. crowned this year’s Miss Black and Gold scholarship pageant winner Oct. 26 after an evening of talent, fashion and answering controversial questions in a short amount of time. Read more

“In the U.S., should private gun ownership be regulated by the federal government?” was the question posed at the first Student Senate debate. Read more

Launching the public phase of its Forever Green campaign, the Northwest Foundation turned to the Northwest community beyond foundation members to help raise the final $3 million of the $45 million goal. Read more

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. — Stephanie Campbell held the front door to her new boutique open for a line of women gathered outside, ‘support local’ reusable shopping bags lining her arm. Read more

Northwest’s College Republicans are raffling off 80% of an AR-15 Lower Receiver in an effort to heighten publicity and fundraising. Read more

Northwest has been recognized for its Academic Success and Retention Unit with an award from the American Association of State Colleges and Universities, an organization that shows appreciation to members that exhibit excellence and success in new and innovative ways. Read more