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Building a Stronger Missouri: Looking Ahead to 2025
Column by Missouri Senator Cindy O’Laughlin (R-Dist. 18), Exclusively written for the NEMOnews Media Group As we approach January 2025, I want to share a quick look back at where we’ve been and—more importantly—where we’re going. Representing Northeast Missouri has always been a privilege, and I don’t take it lightly. This past year has been…
Read MoreLaBelle Standoff Ends With Barricaded Subject Killed by Police
Officer Involved Shooting In LaBelle, Missouri Missouri State Highway Patrol Press Release On December 20, 2024, at approximately 2:54 p.m., the Lewis County Sheriff’s Office requested assistance from the Missouri State Highway Patrol regarding a barricaded subject at a residence in LaBelle, Missouri. The preliminary investigation revealed a female was allegedly assaulted and held against…
Read MoreMemphis Area Chamber of Commerce House and Business Decorating Contest Winners
The Memphis Area Chamber of Commerce held their annual house and business decorating contest. This year’s 1st place winner in the house catogory is Sara Eggleston at 618 W. Missouri, Memphis. The 1st place business winner was the Scotland County Hospital. 2nd place winner in the Memphis Area Chamber of Commerce decorating contest is Shayla…
Read MoreMissouri Sees First Significant Decline In Drug Overdose Deaths In Nearly A Decade
JEFFERSON CITY, MO – While the opioid epidemic is not over, the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services reports the first significant year-over-year decrease in the number of deaths due to drug overdose since 2015. Down from Missouri’s all-time high of 2,180 overdose deaths in 2022, 1,948 were reported in 2023. Over 73% of…
Read MoreHospital Foundation Christmastime Fundraisers
The Scotland County Hospital Foundation has two heart-warming fundraisers for your Christmastime pleasure. It is time to decorate our lobby Christmas tree and the Scotland County Hospital Foundation is offering a way to honor or memorialize your family and friends. The 2024 Scotland County Hospital Foundation Christmas Tree will be adorned with etched glass ornaments.…
Read MorePrescription Delivery In Missouri Faces Delays Under USPS Rural Service Plan
The U.S. Postal Service plans to consolidate some services to regional hubs in Kansas City and St. Louis. Critics say the move will hurt rural customers, especially people who rely on the mail for their medication delivery. By: Meg Cunningham, The Beacon A snowstorm that swept western Missouri last year left a patient waiting on…
Read MoreDoak Honored With Legend Award
The 2024 Tri-Rivers Legend from Milan started making an impact on Milan Athletics in 1997 when he started coaching his daughter Hillary’s summer Tball team. He has been on the baseball diamond and the sidelines of the basketball court countless times since, coaching not only his own children, but often volunteering his time for kids…
Read MoreWreaths Across America Under New Leadership Committee in 2025
Submitted by Crystal Murr We are proud to announce that a new committee, Knox County Wreaths Across America, has adopted the Wreaths Across America community service project, and will continue honoring those who have served in Knox County, beginning in the new year. “After reading about the retirement of the Novelty Senior Center ladies, who…
Read MoreChristmas Extravaganza Held on Small Business Saturday
By Echo Menges The annual Knox County Chamber of Commerce Christmas Extravaganza was held on Small Business Saturday, November 30, 2024, in Edina. The event attracted area vendors and shoppers alike to kick off the holiday shopping season and encourage patronizing local businesses throughout Knox County. In years past, the event was known as “Shop…
Read MoreScotland County Hospital Receives 2024 Rural Health Champion Award
Scotland County Hospital officials accepted the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services (DHSS) RURAL HEALTH CHAMPION award in Jefferson City on National Rural Health Day (November 21, 2024). Meagan Weber, CEO; Chris Musgrove, Board Secretary; Carolyn Davies, Chief Financial Officer; and Cassie Beard, Chief Nursing Officer were in attendance at the awards program to…
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