AREA NEWS
Commission Discusses Tax Compromise, Data Center Moratorium, Paris Gravel Road Ordinance
PALMYRA — Marion County commissioners handled a series of property tax, road, election and county operations issues during meetings held May 4, May 11 and May 18. At the May 4 meeting, Randy Park asked the commission to consider a compromise on about $70,000 in back taxes on a property in Hannibal. Park told commissioners…
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By Rachel Bringer We had a rainy beginning to the week, but the weekend has been beautiful! This evening, Jacob and I sat on the porch looking at constellations while the whippoorwills and owls were singing, and the lightning bugs were dancing all around the yard. Jacob saw a shooting star, and my wish was…
Read MoreTaylor News
By Cindy Griesbaum To my fellow followers, there will NOT be any Taylor News for the next 2 weeks. You will find out why when I write the next column in June. It has been a beautiful week in the local area, with some sunshine, rain and wonderful temps to enjoy. It can stay this…
Read MoreRagar Named to Western Carolina University’s Chancellor’s List for Spring 2026
CULLOWHEE, NC (05/20/2026)– Rayce Ragar of Palmyra has been named to the Spring 2026 Chancellor’s List at Western Carolina University. To qualify for this honor, students must achieve a GPA of 3.8 or higher. Students named to the Chancellor’s list are also named to the Dean’s List.
Read MoreCorporal Gipson to Retire
Captain Erik A. Gottman, commanding officer of Troop B, Macon, announces the following retirement: Corporal David L.Gipson will retire June 1, 2026, after 14 years of dedicated service. Gipson was appointed to the Patrol on April 2, 2012, as a member of the 95th recruit class, and after graduating from the Patrol Academy, was assigned…
Read MoreHighland Qualifies 11 Entries for State Track Meet
MOKANE, Mo. — Highland put together a strong sectional showing Saturday, May 16, at the MSHSAA Class 2 Sectional 2 track and field meet, qualifying 11 entries for the state meet. The top four finishers in each event advanced to state. Chevie Sharpe led the Lady Cougars with two sectional championships, winning the 800-meter run…
Read MoreHighland High School Holds Commencement
By David Sharp An estimated 53 graduates crossed the stage and received diplomas during the May 17, 2026 Graduation Ceremony at Highland HS. Superintendent John French and High School Principal Dr. Susan Rossmiller presided. Board of Education President Robert Reed Miller and members of the Board assisted presenting Diplomas. Brianna Reed was the Class of…
Read MoreEagles Send Six Entries to State from Sectional Meet
CENTRALIA, Mo. — Knox County turned in a strong day at the MSHSAA Class 1 Sectional 2 track and field meet Saturday, May 16, at Centralia High School, qualifying six entries for the state meet. The top four finishers in each event advanced. Cooper Clair led the Eagles with sectional championships in both the 100-…
Read MoreKnox County High School Graduation Ceremony Held
By Echo Menges EDINA, Mo. — Family, friends and community members gathered Sunday afternoon, May 17, as Knox County High School honored the Class of 2026 during commencement exercises held in the high school gymnasium. The ceremony opened with the traditional “Pomp and Circumstance” performed by Lisa Blake, followed by introductions from Superintendent Alex Van…
Read MoreIndians Fall to Macon in District Pitchers’ Duel
Clark County battled Macon in a low-scoring Class 3 District 6 baseball matchup, but the Indians could not push across a run in a 1-0 loss. Macon scored the game’s only run in the top of the first inning after Isaacson was hit by a pitch, moved around the bases on wild pitches and scored…
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