Clark County High School Holiday Concert
KAHOKA, Mo. – The spirit of the season came alive on Thursday, Dec. 18, as Clark County R-1 High School hosted its annual Holiday Concert, featuring performances by the school’s concert choir and concert band. The event, held at 7:15 p.m., was directed by Robert Dooley with assistance from Philip Haverstock. The concert choir opened…
Read MoreRinging in the New Year, One Tradition at a Time
As the final seconds of the year tick away, people across the globe prepare to welcome the new year with traditions as varied as the cultures that celebrate them. Some rituals involve feasting. Others focus on reflection. Many are rooted in age-old beliefs about luck, prosperity and new beginnings. From fireworks in New York City…
Read MoreWilling Workers 4-H Club Honors Veterans at Frazee Cemetery
Members of the Willing Workers 4-H Club gathered at Frazee Cemetery south of Wayland on Saturday, December 20, to honor local veterans through a Wreaths Across America ceremony. The observance was postponed one week due to winter weather. Club members took part in the ceremony and placed remembrance wreaths at the graves of veterans, pausing…
Read MoreWinifred Rosaleen Hall
Winifred Rosaleen Hall, 97, of Palmyra, MO, passed away at 6:00 PM, Sunday, December 14, 2025, at Maple Lawn Nursing Home in Palmyra, MO. Funeral Services will be held at 10:00 AM, Friday, December 19, 2025, at the Lewis Brothers Funeral Chapel in Palmyra, MO. Rev. Chris Combs will officiate. Burial will follow at Little…
Read MoreLinda Frances Mannigel Schmit
Linda Frances Mannigel Schmitz, 76, of Ewing, MO, passed away December 11, 2025, at Blessing Hospital in Quincy, IL. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:00 AM, Saturday, December 20, 2025, at Queen of Peace Catholic Church in Ewing, MO. Burial will follow at Queen of Peace Catholic Cemetery in Ewing, MO.…
Read MoreLovegreen, Tuley Receive Military Service Academy Nominations
KANSAS CITY, Mo. – U.S. Rep. Sam Graves (MO-06) has announced his nominations for students across Missouri’s Sixth Congressional District to attend the United States Military Service Academies. Each year, members of Congress nominate outstanding high school students for appointment to the nation’s service academies. “One of the greatest honors I have as the congressman…
Read MorePalmyra City Council Approves Ordinance Updates and Recognizes Council Service
By Ella Aguilar The Palmyra City Council met Thursday evening to address several ordinance updates, hear department reports, and recognize years of service from council members. The agenda and consent agenda were both approved before moving into legislative business. Ordinances and Readings The council unanimously approved the second reading of Bill 1669, which corrects the…
Read MoreGiving Week 2025 Raises $36,971.48 for Local Nonprofits
Hannibal, Mo – Area funders are proud to announce the successful conclusion of Giving Week 2025, which raised $36,971.48 to support local nonprofit organizations serving communities across Northeast Missouri. The week-long celebration of generosity exceeded its original goal and demonstrated the powerful impact of collaboration and community giving. Held December 2–8 in conjunction with the…
Read MoreGARY EDWIN HANMAN
Gary Edwin Hanman passed away on December 5, 2025. He was born on January 30, 1934, in Enterprise, Missouri to Doris Lillian (Crist ) Hanman and John Edwin (Ted) Hanman. He was born in a blizzard, the doctor could not get there and no birth certificate was issued. Delivered by his grandmother, this challenging start…
Read MoreBARBARA EDNA JACOBS
Barbara Edna Jacobs, 91 years old, of Green City, Missouri, passed away Thursday, December 18, 2025, at Sullivan County Memorial Hospital in Milan. Barbara was born November 9, 1934, near Sticklerville, Missouri to Lester Long and Maurine (Pipes) Downen. On December 8, 1951, she married Dwight Jacobs in Laclede, Missouri, he preceded her in death…
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