Maywood News
By Rachel Bringer We have had some cool mornings this week, and we are having some dramatic spring lightning this evening. The peonies have begun to bloom. They are so cheerful and bright, but they may be finished blooming by Memorial Day. South Union Baptist Church gathered for worship today, and Brother Dan preached a…
Read MorePalmyra Rallies Past South Callaway
Palmyra overcame an early deficit and picked up a 10-8 win over South Callaway on Saturday, improving to 15-7 heading into the final week of the regular season. The Panthers scored first when Raeson Miller doubled and later came home on an error in the first inning. Palmyra added another run in the third when…
Read MoreMuseum Musing
By Betsy Welty May is officially here. A bit chilly yet but that sunshine is great! May 2nd is the 152nd Kentucky Derby. Did you know that Palmyra had horse races ? 1836 Palmyra Missouri Jockey Club Races was held on Sept15,1836 purse was $200.00 for a four-mile heat. Here is a list of the…
Read MoreMary Susan “Suzy” Taylor
Mary Susan “Suzy” Taylor, 65, of Palmyra, MO, passed away at 1:27 PM, Wednesday, April 22, 2026, at her home in Palmyra, MO. In honor of Suzy’s wishes, there will be no services. Arrangements are under the direction of the Lewis Brothers Funeral Chapel in Palmyra, MO. Suzy was born December 24, 1960, to Daniel…
Read MoreDecision Day 2026: Missouri High School Seniors Chart Their Futures
As Palmyra High School seniors near graduation, April 30 marked a pivotal moment in their lives as they celebrated Decision Day and finalized their plans for life after high school. This is the deadline by which many students commit to their post-graduation plans, whether that means attending a university, enrolling in a trade program, or…
Read MoreSpectator Shelf
125 Years Ago May 2, 1901 One feature of the new court house in Palmyra which is not generally known of is a metal figure which is to adorn the highest point of the dome. It represents “Justice,” blindfolded, with the scales in one hand and sword in the other. It is to be eight…
Read MoreMDC reminds hunters to apply for elk and bear permits in May
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) reminds Missourians interested in hunting black bear and/or elk in the state this fall that they need to apply for a limited number of hunting permits for each in May. The Missouri Conservation Commission approved recommendations from MDC for upcoming seasons for each species at…
Read MorePalmyra Tops Dixon Behind Late Rally
Palmyra used a big seventh inning to pull away from Dixon for a 10-6 victory Saturday. The Panthers started fast when Bryant Horstmeier doubled in the first inning and Logan Kroeger followed with a two-run home run to center field. Palmyra added two more in the second when Brodie Webb singled and Griffin Scifres battled…
Read MoreStorm Damage
Last week’s severe weather brought high winds, hail, tornado threats and other severe weather to the Midwest, kicking off the spring storm season. Whether you were impacted by those storms or end up needing to address storm damage later this spring, BBB advises consumers to contact their insurance coverage provider, check businesses out with BBB,…
Read MorePalmyra Drops Home Game to Hannibal
PALMYRA — Palmyra battled back after an early deficit but could not keep pace with Hannibal in an 11-5 loss Friday. Hannibal built a 7-0 lead through the top of the third inning, using three home runs to take control. Palmyra answered in the bottom half of the inning when Max Heimer singled and Rylan…
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