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Republic Mayor Jeff Ussery announces resignation

The city council meeting on Tuesday, July 21st, will be the mayor's last.

Mayor Jeff Ussery has announced his resignation from the Republic City Council. Ussery was elected in April 2017 and reelected in April 2020.  

On Tuesday, the mayor stated, "Over the last several weeks, I have been struggling with a decision...

Work begins on brand-new Republic Animal Shelter

The new facility will provide more space for the City of Republic's expanding animal control and adoption services.

A growing population of people has resulted in a lot more pets in our community. Unfortunately, for a variety of reasons, some of those animals become lost or homeless.  In fact, since 2013 alone, the City of Republic Animal Shelter has processed...

Republic names new Chief of Police

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

REPUBLIC, MO - The City of Republic is pleased to announce the naming of Brian Sells to the role of Chief of Police. Sells' new title became effective Monday, July 23, 2018.Chief Sells' promotion follows his service as Interim Police ...

Republic names new Chief of Police

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

REPUBLIC, MO - The City of Republic is pleased to announce the naming of Brian Sells to the role of Chief of Police. Sells' new title became effective Monday, July 23, 2018.Chief Sells' promotion follows his service as Interim Police ...

Republic fire chief on hand for Governor Parson's signing of laws enhancing emergency services

REPUBLIC, MO - Governor Mike Parson gave approval to two bills that could enhance 911 and emergency services across the state.  On Friday, Republic Fire Chief Duane Compton and dozens of community leaders joined the governor, who signed the legis...

Survey says residents are very happy with life in Republic

Republic continues to be a great place to live, work, and play. That's the opinion expressed by a majority of residents during a recent community survey.

To gather ideas on how to better serve citizens, the City of Republic sent out the 2018 Citizen Survey...

Have-A-Blast event will result in road closures in Republic on Friday, June 29

June 20, 2018FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEStreet Closures & Event Parking Guidance for 

The City of Republic’s 22nd Annual Have-A-Blast Patriotic Celebration Scheduled for Friday, June 29, 2018REPUBLIC, MO – The City of Republic will host the 22nd Ann...

Republic sees 6.25% increase in sales tax revenues during first half of 2018

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEThe latest revenue numbers for the City of Republic suggest the local economy remains strong and continues to grow.Financials for the month of June 2018, capping off the second quarter, show sales tax receipts are up 6.25% for the yea...