Herzog Contracting Corp., working with the Missouri Department of Transportation, is scheduled to begin resurfacing on Missouri Route 45 in Buchanan County from its intersection with U.S. Route 59 to the Platte County line on Wednesday, Sept. 11. Crews will then begin on the final route of the project, Buchanan County Route 59 from Route 45 to the Missouri River bridge on Monday, Sept. 16.
During construction, the roadway will be narrowed to one lane with a pilot car guiding motorists through the work zone, Monday-Saturday during daylight hours. Motorists should expect delays.
Keep up to date with project progress and traffic impacts by visiting the MoDOT Traveler Information Map or by reading the Planned Roadwork for Northwest Missouri, published each Friday. This weekly roadwork press release can be viewed on the MoDOT website or by signing up for email updates at MoDOT E-Updates.
Routes in-progress as part of this project:
• Andrew/DeKalb U.S. Route 169.
Routes completed as part of this project:
• Gentry County Route CC.
• Gentry/Andrew Missouri Route 48.
• Andrew County Route E.
The project is scheduled to be completed by mid-October

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Multi-county resurfacing project moving to Route 45, Route 59 in Buchanan County 

Construction Beginning at Weston Bend and Lewis & Clark State Parks

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Herzog Contracting Corp., working with the Missouri Department of Transportation, is scheduled to begin resurfacing on Missouri Route 45 in Buchanan County from its intersection with U.S. Route 59 to the Platte County line on Wednesday, Sept. 11. Crews will then begin on the final route of the project, Buchanan County Route 59 from Route 45 to the Missouri River bridge on Monday, Sept. 16.
During construction, the roadway will be narrowed to one lane with a pilot car guiding motorists through the work zone, Monday-Saturday during daylight hours. Motorists should expect delays.
Keep up to date with project progress and traffic impacts by visiting the MoDOT Traveler Information Map or by reading the Planned Roadwork for Northwest Missouri, published each Friday. This weekly roadwork press release can be viewed on the MoDOT website or by signing up for email updates at MoDOT E-Updates.
Routes in-progress as part of this project:
• Andrew/DeKalb U.S. Route 169.
Routes completed as part of this project:
• Gentry County Route CC.
• Gentry/Andrew Missouri Route 48.
• Andrew County Route E.
The project is scheduled to be completed by mid-October

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Sit back, relax on this 1-hour tram tour of Weston Bend. Park staff will entertain and inform you as we journey through the park, stopping at our historic tobacco barn and scenic overlook. 
Dress for the weather, which cancels in case of rain. This event is free. We will start from the Bee Creek Shelter. Spaces are limited, call 816-640-5443 to register for your spot today! Tuesday September 17 at 1 p.m. and Wednesday, September 18th - 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. 
Weston Bend State Park 16600 Hwy 45 N. Weston Mo. 64098. *Bee Creek Shelter is located a half mile west of the park’s main entrance. 
The “Seniors to State Parks Outreach Program” is a partnership between Missouri State Parks and the Missouri Parks Association (MPA) that provides exclusive incentives and special opportunities designed for seniors and individuals with disabilities to explore and enjoy Missouri’s outdoors and its past. 
This program was first launched in 2015 and is funded by MPA through a generous endowment received from Ben and Bettie Breeding to be used exclusively for this purpose. The Breedings lived their adult lives in Kansas City, Missouri and felt strongly about the positive effects of outdoor activities.

Enjoy the “Seniors 2 Parks” tram tour of Weston Bend State Park September 17th 1 p.m. and September 18th 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. Meet at the Bee Creek Shelter, arrive 15 minutes early. Registration is required at 816-640-5443.

On August 14, 2024, the Platte County Adult Drug Court Team recognized Bob Black for his volunteer service as Defense Attorney for the Platte County Drug Court Program.  
Bob is nearing retirement and is winding down the practice of law.  He has served on the Drug Court Team since its inception in 2017 and generously donated his time at staff meetings, training, and court sessions since that time.  
His service has been invaluable in protecting participant’s due process rights and to also encourage full participation in the program.  

The Platte County Drug Court Team is a multi-disciplinary team that is led by Judge Quint Shafer.  Judge Shafer had the following comments about Mr. Black: 
“Bob Black’s dedication to our multi-disciplinary team has been instrumental in our success.  He is experienced and wise and has been with us since day one,” The Judge said. 
“He has donated his time and talent and we have been very appreciative of his unique perspective – and our county is better for it.  With gratitude for his service we wish him well in his retirement.”  

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Pictured above (Left to Right): Attorney Bob Black and Judge Abe (Quint) Shafer

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