News – Monday, October 12th, 2026

The Dent County Fire Protection District Board of Directors will be meeting on Tuesday, Oct. 13th at 6:00 in the evening at 2 South Main Street, Salem. After the call to order and roll call, the board will consider approval of the night’s consent agenda, containing minutes of the previous meeting, financial report and bills and a budget review. Under Old Business, the board will consider the CTI Tower lease. Under Fire Chief Derek Thomas’ reports, the monthly reimbursements will be presented. The board will then set the date for the next meeting and move into closed session, if necessary, before adjournment. These meetings are open to the public until closed.

The City of Salem Board of Aldermen will be holding its next regularly scheduled meeting on Tuesday, Oct. 13th at 6:00 in the evening at the Old City Hall Auditorium. After the board approves the agenda and consent agenda, any scheduled public comments will be heard. The board will then consider approval of a patrol vehicle upfit bid and a Well No. 6 soft start invoice. The board will also consider the rejection of a cold mix asphalt bid. After, the board will hear a proposal from Virginia Lamb regarding a little free library. Community support applications will then be considered from organizations including Sleep in Heavenly Peace, Salem Mo. Fireworks, Dent Co. Extension, and the Salem Area Betterment Association. The board will then hold a discussion of City Attorney service needs and the selection process. Reports of city officials will then be heard before a vote to adjourn is made. These meetings are open to the public.

The annual Trunk or Treat on 4th Street in Salem is just around the corner. Businesses are invited to attend and make a safe and fun event for the kids of Dent County. The event will run Oct. 31st from 6:00 to 8:00 in the evening on West 4th Street between MacArthur and Hwy. 19. The event will be co-hosted by Derrick Marfitt and Chris Robbins. If interested in participating and handing out candy, contact either Marfitt or Robbins by email at derrickmarfitt@gmail.com or crobbins1264@gmail.com. Information needed includes the name of your group; number of spots requested; and the point of contact for your group. Businesses will set up after the road closure and distribute candy.