CANTON, Mo. — Culver-Stockton College will begin accepting applications for its
Spring Pillars for Excellence Scholarship competition Monday, Jan. 12. The highly
competitive scholarship offers incoming freshmen the opportunity to earn full tuition through one of the College’s most prestigious awards. Applications for the spring competition are due Friday, March 13.

The Pillars for Excellence Scholarship is Culver-Stockton’s premier award, designed to recognize and support exceptional students who demonstrate strong academic
achievement, leadership potential, and a commitment to success both on campus and beyond. Applicants must be admitted to C-SC as a first-time freshman, hold a
minimum 3.75 cumulative GPA on a 4.0 scale, and complete the C-SC Leadership
Form on MyCulver.com.

Eligible candidates will be invited to campus to participate in the competitive selection process, which includes a visit with a Wildcat Ambassador, an interview with the Pillars Scholar Committee, and submission of an essay on a current event assigned by the committee.

“Our Pillars for Excellence scholarship recipients receive full-tuition coverage, awarded annually at the freshman value, and are selected from an outstanding pool of first-time freshmen,” said Eric Kniel, director of admission at Culver-Stockton College. “This highly competitive program is intended for students who embody resilience, intellectual curiosity, and leadership, qualities that prepare them to thrive academically and professionally.”

Students who participate in the competition but are not selected as Pillars for
Excellence scholarship recipients may still qualify for up to an additional $1,000 in scholarship aid, making the program a valuable opportunity for high-achieving
students.

For more information about the Pillars for Excellence Scholarship, visit
culver.edu/admissions/pillars, or contact the Admission Office at 800-537-1883 or
admission@culver.edu.

About Culver-Stockton College
Culver-Stockton College prepares students to be bold, think big, and create change through experiential learning, innovation, and community engagement. Situated on 140 acres in Canton, Missouri, atop the Hill overlooking the Mississippi River, the College was founded in 1853 by members of the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) as one of the first liberal arts institutions west of the Mississippi River. Today, more than 1,000 students from around the world pursue academic excellence through 80 majors and minors, five graduate programs, 21 NAIA intercollegiate athletics teams, 35 student organizations, and a vibrant campus life.

CLARK COUNTY, Mo.- Aynsley Harmon recently had the opportunity to travel with 19 other Missouri delegates to National 4-H Congress in Atlanta, Georgia. During the five-day event, delegates had the opportunity to connect with 4-H members from across the country. While attending, participants engaged in leadership workshops, completed community service projects, and heard from inspiring keynote speakers, including Dan Clark. Delegates also had the opportunity to explore Atlanta through organized tours and experiential activities. Selection for National 4-H Congress is a competitive process. Aynsley completed a Level 3 4-H Recognition Form, which highlights her learning experiences, leadership development, and community service through 4-H. She then advanced through a twostep interview process before being selected to represent Missouri as a national delegate. National 4-H Congress is a premier 4-H event held each year in late November in Atlanta, Georgia. Participant experiences focus on leadership development, service learning, and cultural exploration. The Clark County 4-H Council generously assisted with partial funding for the Clark County delegate. For more information about 4-H in Clark County, please contact the MU Extension Center at 660-727-3339 or email vgray@missouri.edu.

KIRKSVILLE, Mo. – Prescribed burning can be a valuable tool for managing native plant diversity and controlling undesirable vegetation, but it can be dangerous and ineffective when not used properly. Landowners can join the Missouri Department of Conservation at a prescribed burn workshop Jan. 24 from 9a.m. to noon at the Ewing R-4 Fire House.

This workshop will provide basic information on how to plan and execute a prescribed burn for land management. A demonstration burn will be conducted during the workshop if weather allows. Participants are asked to dress appropriately for being outdoors during the burn. Registration for this event is required and can be done at http://short.mdc.mo.gov/oJS. Upon registration, participants will be asked to complete the virtual/online portion of the prescribed burn course. This online course is a mandatory prerequisite to the workshop, and there is a $25 fee to complete the online training. Participants are asked to bring their certificate of completion to the workshop. To find the online learning portion, go to http://short.mdc.mo.gov/ZoU.

Questions about this event can be sent to MDC Forester Kyle Monroe at kyle.monroe@mdc.mo.gov. The Ewing R-4 Fire House is located at 101 Main Street in Ewing.

MDC is committed to accessibility at all its nature centers, regional facilities, and conservation areas. To request an ADA accommodation for participation in MDC programs, visit https://mdc.mo.gov/accessibility.

Kirksville, MO- Did you know the City of Kirksville offers several assistance programs designed to reduce costs for home rehabilitation and demolition for residents? These programs can help homeowners make necessary improvements at a lower price, which benefits Kirksville as a whole.

Housing Rehabilitation Loan Program

This program is designed for low- to moderate-income homeowners to address safety and public health code violations, providing funds and reducing the overall costs for necessary house repairs. The program covers the total housing rehabilitation project costs upfront, with 75% to 50% of the total project costs reimbursed by the applicant.

Demolition Loan Program

This program is designed to eliminate residential or commercial structures that are in such disrepair as to constitute a safety concern, and rehabilitation is not a viable option. The program offers property owners who cannot afford to demolish the structure funds to eliminate that portion or all of the structure that is in violation, with the applicant reimbursing the City over time through a loan agreement.

Demolition Grant Program

This program grants up to $10,000 to a property owner for demolition of a blighted residential structure, contingent upon their providing a plan for infill development. This program offers an incentive to property owners to demolish blighted structures, thereby making infill residential development more affordable.

If these City programs could benefit you, head to Kirksville.gov /p/community-and-economic-development to view the applications. Or contact the Community and Economic Development Department on the first floor of City Hall or at 660.627.1272.