Samantha Newland, 14, of Steelville, works Monday through Friday in City Hall under supervision of City Clerk Sheila Anderson. When asked what her favorite part of her job was, Newland replied, “I like being around everyone in the office and talking to the people who come in.” She will be a freshman at SHS this fall.

Mayor Terry Palmer announced during the July 19 Steelville City Council meeting that four teenagers were hired to work for the city through the Missouri Career Center at no cost. Over the next 10 weeks, these workers will perform odd jobs and lend much-needed hands to mow grass, file papers, and accelerate the behind-the-scenes work of the city.

Summer may be winding down, but high temperatures and fun activities are keeping employees of the Steelville Pool busy, avid swimmers cool and tan seekers happy. Even with a struggling economy, the pool is averaging high numbers, allowing for more swimming classes, water aerobics, and special events for teens.