Schuyler County Planned ‘Grand County Celebration’ for America’s Centennial
By Mike Scott LANCASTER, Mo. — In the spring of 1876, as the United States prepared to mark 100 years since the Declaration of Independence, Schuyler County residents were urged to make the nation’s birthday a countywide occasion. The call came through The Excelsior, which encouraged “all good citizens” to turn out for a Centennial…
Read MoreState Auditor Opens Investigation Into Knox County Public Water Supply District No. 1
By Echo Menges KNOX COUNTY, Mo. — Missouri State Auditor Scott Fitzpatrick’s Office has opened an investigation into the Knox County Public Water Supply District No. 1 at the request of State Sen. Cindy O’Laughlin, the senator confirmed Thursday. “The issues with the governance of the water district appear to be complex enough to warrant…
Read MoreStay Cool at the Fair
Plan ahead to beat the heat. COLUMBIA, Mo. – Long walks, crowded midway lines and hours spent outdoors can turn a summer fair into a risky place during high heat. University of Missouri Extension health and safety specialist Karen Funkenbusch says a little planning can help fairgoers stay safe and enjoy the day. “It’s not…
Read MoreLetter to the Editor
Imagine it, July 4, 1776. A sweltering summer day in Philadelphia. The air conditioner was on the ‘fritz’. 56 men gathered in a room, quills in hand, hearts pounding. Outside, the world is uncertain. Inside, they sign their names to an idea so bold, so dangerous, that it could cost them everything– Liberty. Have you…
Read MoreReal Estate Transfers
1. Quit-Claim Deed Joseph L. Campbell and Dianne L Campbell, Co-Trustees of the Joseph L Campbell and Dianne L Campbell Living Trust to Joseph L Campbell and Dianne L Campbell All of the South 330 feet of Lot 7 and the South 330 feet of the East 10 feet of Lot 8 in Oakland View…
Read MoreSpectator Shelf
125 Years Ago June 19, 1901 The citizens of Palmyra want a tower clock in the new court house and an overwhelming percentage of them believe that it is right and proper for the city to make a substantial appropriation for the purpose. This morning amid a profusion of roses and ferns, was celebrated a…
Read MoreBees, Butterflies, Beetles & More: Happy Missouri Pollinator Week June 22-28
Native pollinating insects are a diverse group that includes bees of all sizes, flies, wasps, beetles, butterflies, and moths. Without them, life as we know it would cease to exist. The State of Missouri recently joined a growing list of entities acknowledging and educating others on the vital role of pollinators to life on earth,…
Read MoreGovernor Kehoe Announces SEMA and FEMA to Participate in Joint Damage Assessments for Severe Weather System
JEFFERSON CITY, MO –Governor Mike Kehoe announced that the State Emergency Management Agency (SEMA) and Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), will participate with local officials in joint Preliminary Damage Assessments (PDA) of public infrastructure in 29 counties following a stretch of severe storms that have heavily impacted several regions of the state beginning June 4.…
Read MoreTaylor News
As I sit here typing up this column, it is raining in the Taylor area. We have had a beautiful past week, with some rain, beautiful sunshine, and temperatures that were really great for the middle of June. I think the way the forecast looks, this upcoming week will have a lot of rain; we…
Read MoreGardner Musing
It has been a busy week for both Museums. Both have had donations of items from family’s pasts. We appreciate items that come to us, and we are proud to share with the public. Each one has a special story. We may get single items or a group of items . One example for single…
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