Marion County Commission Weighs Road Safety, Bridge Options And Zoning Change
PALMYRA, Mo. — Marion County commissioners spent the first half of April addressing road safety concerns, reviewing a bridge engineering study, approving a rezoning request and continuing work on courthouse maintenance and records preservation. During its April 13 meeting, the commission approved the rezoning of 70.5 acres owned by Brad Peters from A-1 agricultural to…
Read MoreLawson Man Charged In Fatal Hit-and-Run Case
PALMYRA — A Lawson, Missouri, man has been formally charged in connection with a fatal hit-and-run investigation stemming from an incident last June at a gas station along U.S. 36. According to court records, Gary Dean Jones Jr. is charged in Case No. 25MM-CR00204 with leaving the scene of an accident resulting in death, a…
Read MoreSpectator Shelf
125 Years Ago April 18, 1901 Dr. A.M. Raines was buried at Emerson Sunday at 11 a.m., and his funeral was very largely attended. He practiced medicine at Emerson for years and was one of the best known physicians in the county, but moved to St. Louis several years ago. When Rural Mail Route No.…
Read MoreScotland County Commission Addresses Elevator, Roads, Bids And Fire District Boundaries
The Scotland County Commission spent late March and early April addressing a series of county building, road and administrative matters, including elevator upgrades, road and bridge work, mowing and carpet bids, and questions involving fire district boundaries. On March 19, commissioners met with representatives of the Northeast Missouri Regional Planning Commission to discuss the courthouse…
Read MoreHolland, Mckinney Lead Dominant Girls Showing For Scotland County At Truman State Classic
KIRKSVILLE — Scotland County’s girls team delivered a standout performance Tuesday at the Truman State Bulldog High School Classic, piling up event wins across the track and field. Charlee Holland led the way with a trio of top-three finishes, including wins in the long jump (5.28m) and triple jump (10.35m), while also sprinting to third…
Read MoreMoDOT Announces Roadwork in Marion County Through May 1
HANNIBAL, Mo. (April 20, 2026) — The Missouri Department of Transportation has released its latest schedule of planned highway maintenance work across northeast Missouri, including multiple closures and a long-term project in Marion County through May 1. Motorists can find updates on road closures and conditions by visiting the Traveler Information Map at traveler.modot.org/map/. MoDOT…
Read MoreMoDOT Schedules Roadwork in Scotland County Through May 1
HANNIBAL, Mo. (April 20, 2026) — The Missouri Department of Transportation has announced a series of highway maintenance projects in northeast Missouri, including multiple closures in Scotland County through May 1. Motorists can find updated road conditions and closures by visiting the Traveler Information Map at traveler.modot.org/map/. MoDOT officials said inclement weather may affect the…
Read MoreJERRY WAYNE JONES
1941-2026 Jerry Wayne Jones, 84, of Downing died April 17, 2026 at his home surrounded by loved ones. He was born the son of Beatrice Owens Holmes on December 5, 1941 in Tupelo, MS. Jerry was first married to Donna, who preceded him in death. They had two children, Corina and Terry. He later married…
Read MoreKENNETH (KEN) EAGER
Kenneth (Ken) Eager, a longtime resident of Raytown, Missouri, died peacefully on April 10, 2026, at St. Joseph Medical Center in Kansas City, Missouri. He was born on December 14, 1944, in Keokuk, Iowa, to William Arland “Red” Eager and Josephine Newman Eager, who preceded him in death. He grew up in Memphis, Missouri, along…
Read MoreUnited Way to Host Evening of Philosophy
Hannibal, Mo. – The United Way Evening of Philanthropy, hosted by the United Way of the Mark Twain Area, celebrates individuals and organizations who exemplify the spirit of giving and service throughout the community. The event highlights those who embody the mission and values of United Way through their dedication to helping others. This year’s…
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