Anticipating tough times ahead, the Steelville School Board is looking at ways it can save money now and in the years to come. During its regular December meeting held Monday at the Early Childhood Center, the board heard a proposal from a bonding company to refinance about $1.5 million in outstanding debt.

Steelville police officers have new gear to improve their service to the community, thanks to funding from several sources. City funds purchased new uniforms and new flooring for the department, and grant funds from other organizations have provided needed upgrades in equipment.