Gardner House Museum Musing
Hope everyone had a great Easter. Easter for some means that Spring is here, and the earth seems to be busting open to the colors of flowers and the green of trees and grass. Soon the lawnmowers will be humming (if they are not already). Thought I would look up where the tradition of the…
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We had beautiful weather for Easter Sunday today. This week brought much- needed rain, but today was sunny and mild, and the wind wasn’t too blustery for the egg hunt! South Union Baptist Church gathered for Easter Sunday worship today. During Sunday School, several children made watercolor cross posters with the help of Mauvoreen Meyer…
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My name is Terry Sampson, and I’m a lifelong resident of Hannibal. Many changes have taken place during those years, especially along the Highway 61 corridor through town. My point in writing this letter is to show my total commitment/support for the Hannibal Expressway/ Bypass. I totally understand the issues associated with this project, but…
Read MoreApply for MDC elk and bear hunting permits in May
Bear permits have been increased to 2,000 with harvest increased to 60 bears. 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…
Read MoreMarion County’s August Primary Ballot Includes Contested County, Legislative Races
PALMYRA, Mo. — Marion County voters will have several contested races to consider when they head to the polls for the August 2026 primary election. Among local offices, Republicans dominate much of the county ballot, though Democrats will appear in a handful of races. For associate circuit judge, Republican Jennifer A. Richardson of Monroe City…
Read MoreSpectator Shelf
125 Years Ago April 4, 1901 The special election held Saturday for the purpose of submitting a proposition to the citizens of Palmyra to buy the Light and Water Plant, now owned by a St. Louis company, at a cost of $25,500, was defeated by an overwhelming majority. Miss Edna Lee visited relatives and friends…
Read MoreMSHP arrests Kirksville man in Queen City on Adair County charges
QUEEN CITY — A Kirksville man wanted in connection with a March 23 shooting in Adair County was taken into custody Monday afternoon, April 6, in Queen City after surrendering to law enforcement without incident, according to the Missouri State Highway Patrol and court records. In a statement provided to NEMOnews Media Group, Sgt. Justin Dunn…
Read MoreNine-Run Fourth Fuels Palmyra Rout of Elsberry
PALMYRA — A massive fourth inning broke things wide open for Palmyra, as they plated nine runs on the way to a 16-4 win over Elsberry on March 24. After building a modest lead early, Palmyra turned the game into a rout in the fourth, sending a parade of hitters to the plate. Brodie Webb,…
Read MoreMarion County Voters to Decide Homestead Real Estate Tax Credit Question on April 7, 2026 Ballot
Marion County, Missouri – Marion County voters will soon decide whether to approve a Homestead Real Estate Tax Credit authorized by Senate Bill 3 (2025) and codified in 137.1055, RSMo. The measure, if approved, would limit the amount property taxes can increase on eligible primary residences (homesteads) while protecting local services and ensuring the credit…
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HAPPY and BLESSED EASTER to all of my followers! The local area had another beautiful week of weather and we even had ½ of rain that fell the other night. I am enjoying the flowers that have been popping up, my hyacinth and daffodils are blooming and giving my yard some color and of course…
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