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Knox County’s Miller Finishes 64th at State Meet
COLUMBIA, Mo. — Knox County’s Grayson Miller capped off an impressive cross country season with a strong showing at the MSHSAA Class 1 State Championships, held Nov. 7–8 at Gans Creek Cross Country Course in Columbia. Competing among Missouri’s top Class 1 runners, Miller crossed the finish line in 18:24.1, earning 64th place overall in…
Read MoreLewis County C-1 FFA Members Attend National FFA Conference
Submitted by Angie Hamlin, Lewis County C-1 FFA Advisor Lewis County C-1 FFA Members attended the 98th National FFA Convention held November 1, 2025, in Indianapolis, Indiana. Macy Hamlin, Jackson Putnam and Denton Daggs were awarded the American FFA Degree at the National FFA Convention. The American Degree is the highest award an FFA member…
Read MoreGARY WESLEY CLARK
Gary Wesley Clark, a beloved figure in his community and a lifelong farmer, passed away on November 1, 2025, just days shy of celebrating his 75th birthday. Born in Kirksville, Missouri on November 4, 1950, Gary was the cherished son of Wesley and Geneva Clark, who have preceded him in death. He was also preceded…
Read MoreKnox County Audit Finds Two Areas for Improvement
By Echo Menges EDINA, Mo. — Knox County’s latest financial audit shows the county’s finances in good shape overall, with no material weaknesses in internal controls, but auditors identified two statutory compliance issues and made two recommendations for improvement. The 2023 audit, released Nov. 3 by State Auditor Scott Fitzpatrick, found the county’s books accurate…
Read MoreNortheast Missouri Schools Earn Strong Marks In 2024-25 Annual Performance Reports
By Mike Scott, NEMOnews Media Group The Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) has released its 2024-25 Annual Performance Reports (APR), giving a data-driven look at how public schools are performing across the state. For Northeast Missouri, the results are encouraging — every district remains fully accredited, and most continue to exceed state…
Read MoreLove Lives Here: Community Comes Together to Support Knox County Local Cancer Fund
Walk to Remember Raises Record Donations for Single Knox County Local Cancer Fund Event By Echo Menges EDINA, Mo. — The Knox County Local Cancer Fund’s Walk to Remember raised more than $16,000 to support Knox County residents battling cancer — marking the largest single fundraiser total in the organization’s history. The Walk to Remember…
Read MoreNortheast Missouri Schools Earn Strong Marks in 2024-25 Annual Performance Reports
By Mike Scott, NEMOnews Media Group The Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) has released its 2024-25 Annual Performance Reports (APR), giving a data-driven look at how public schools are performing across the state. For Northeast Missouri, the results are encouraging — every district remains fully accredited, and most continue to exceed state…
Read MoreMcDaniel Medals Fifth, Phillips and Ames Turn In Strong Finishes for Clark County at State Cross Country Championships
COLUMBIA, Mo. — Clark County runners made their mark at the MSHSAA Class 2 State Cross Country Championships, held Nov. 7–8 at the Gans Creek Cross Country Course in Columbia, as senior Mason McDaniel earned a top-five state medal while teammates Malaki Phillips and Presley Ames also delivered strong performances against elite competition. McDaniel capped…
Read MoreMiss Lewis and Clark County Pageants Held
The Miss Lewis & Clark, Miss Lewis & Clark’s Teen and Miss Clark County’s Teen competitions were held Saturday, Nov. 8, at the Clark County Middle School gym. From left, Celia Medeiros was crowned Miss Lewis & Clark’s Teen; Ananya Senthil, Miss Lewis & Clark; and Darby Rollins, Miss Clark County’s Teen.
Read MoreClark County Health Department Welcomes New Administrator
By Emily Bontrager The Clark County Health Department is entering a new chapter in leadership as longtime employee and registered nurse Audrie Howe steps into the role of Administrator. Howe officially assumed the position on November 1, following the retirement of Evelena Sutterfield, who served in the position for nearly 30 years. Howe is no…
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