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Columbia man injured after rollover accident in Saline County - Marshall Democrat-News

By Raychael Moseley/ Staff Writer, Intern

A Columbia man suffered minor injuries in a one-vehicle rollover crash Thursday morning, May 7, in Saline County.

According to the Missouri State Highway Patrol, the crash occurred on D Highway north of 230th Road. The driver, a 78-year-old male, was traveling northbound in a 2000 GMC Safari when the vehicle traveled off the left side of the roadway. The vehicle then struck a ditch and overturned.
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Machholz steps down as athletic director

By Raychael Moseley / Managing Editor


After three weeks of suspension due to an incident at a home soccer game, Mike Machholz has announced his resignation as Missouri Valley College’s athletic director.


Machholz released a letter written to the coaches of MVC thanking them for their dedication to the athletic department and explaining his resignation. In the letter, he explained the reason he has been on suspension.


“Many rumors have been circulating and I want to end all speculations...
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Shooting leaves Valley student in hospital

By Raychael Moseley/ Managing Editor


A shooting at the Living Room Bar early Sunday left multiple people injured and one Valley student in the hospital. 


According to a press release from the Marshall Police Department, the incident took place around 1:20 a.m. Sunday as patrons were leaving the establishment at closing time. The release states that four people sought medical treatment locally, with one later being transferred to the University of Missouri Hospital.


Missouri Valley Colle...
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Trump dismantling Department of Education

By Raychael Moseley / Managing Editor


President Donald Trump signed an executive order titled “Improving Education Outcomes by Empowering Parents, States, and Communities” on March 20. 


Since then, the President’s office has worked tirelessly to determine how this could potentially affect Missouri Valley College. 


College President Dr. Joseph Parisi is continuing to fight for the rights of students and ensure stability across campus. 


“I serve on multiple organizations, NAICU, ICUM a...
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Wagner removed as Director of Choral Activities

By Raychael Moseley / Managing Editor


Jeremy Wagner, Missouri Valley College’s Director of Choral Activities, will not be returning for the fall semester after college administrators decided not to renew his contract. As Wagner is the only teacher left in the music department, the move came as a surprise to many and has left people wondering what will happen to the music extracurriculars and classes. 


In a letter emailed to staff and faculty, President Joe Parisi stated that the college mu...
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Missouri Valley College signs articulation agreement with State Fair Community College

By Raychael Moseley / Managing Editor


With the signing of a new 2 + 2 articulation agreement, students from State Fair Community College will now be able to attend Missouri Valley College without fear of losing credits.


An articulation agreement is one that ensures all credits will transfer over from a two year community college and be applied to a bachelor’s degree at a four year college. The document was signed by MVC President Dr. Joseph Parisi, Vice President of Academic Affairs Dr. Cy...
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Sappington leaves Missouri Valley College

By Raychael Moseley/ Staff Writer


Long-time MVC staff member Eric Sappington has left after 19 years with the college. Sappington was MVC’s Vice President of Advancement, but will now serve as the Executive Director of the Community Foundation of Central Missouri.


Sappington is assisting in the search for a new VP and is still going to be a friendly face on campus. 


MVC President Dr. Joe Parisi stated in a press release: “He’s going to continue being one of our best alumni, pitching in...
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MVC’s Thor’s Pantry Seeks Grant to Expand Student Resources

By Raychael Moseley / Managing Editor


Missouri Valley College’s Thor’s Pantry has applied for a corporate grant from Swipe Out Hunger, an organization dedicated to addressing food insecurity on college campuses. If awarded, the grant will provide MVC students with essential resources, including food, winter coats, and bedding.


Heather Troth, Executive Director of the Nonprofit Leadership Alliance, authored the grant. She’s committed to reducing food insecurity at MVC. “Hunger is a huge iss...
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Need for blood critical in Missouri

By Raychael Moseley / Managing Editor


The Red Cross has issued a critical need for blood supply and platelets. Donations will help ensure patient care and raise the blood supply for the upcoming seasons. 


Campus Nurse Casey Vogelsmeier emphasized the importance of blood donation and how it is greatly needed. 


“Blood donation not only saves just one life but can save up to three lives. Every day in the United States, 29,000 units of blood are needed,” Vogelsmeier said


In the press rel...
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Anatomage table debuts in Collins Science Center

By Raychael Moseley/ Managing Editor


The Collins Science Center debuted its brand new Anatomage Table on Sept. 3. This table will allow students to get hands-on experience with anatomy, without the extra hassle of cadaver organisms. 


Leading the demo was the Dean of the School of Science and Agriculture Dr. Andrew Linsenbardt. 


He explained that the table has thousands of different case studies and scans downloaded to its system. These studies will show the scan of the person or animal...
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16th Annual Maastricht Institute brings industry leaders to MVC

By Raychael Moseley/ Staff Writer


The 16th annual Maastricht Institute of Entrepreneurship is back and taking place on April 15-17. The institute holds some of the business industry’s big leaders as well as some MVC alumni. 


Vice President of Advancement Eric Sappington talked about some of his favorite things about the institute.


“My favorite part is being able to reach out to alumni of Missouri Valley that have gone on to be successful and they get to come back and be on campus and he...