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The Mystery of Palmyra’s Blue Lights: A Journey Through Time

By Doug Meyers Director of Parks & Recreation, City Of Palmyra   For decades, the blue Christmas lights of downtown Palmyra have enchanted residents and visitors alike, casting their tranquil glow over Main Street. But the story of these lights is more complex than many realize, with twists and turns that span generations. The tradition…

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Northeast Corner Widows Sons To Host Annual Supper And Christmas Parade

 The Widows Sons will host a Soup Supper fundraiser on Friday, December 6th starting at 5 pm at the Masonic Lodge on the Memphis square. They will be serving chili and potato soup along with cornbread and desserts provided by the Eastern Star Ladies. Proceeds from this soup supper fundraiser will go toward the Christmas…

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Gather Together for Midnight Gladness!

 Come out to enjoy the festivities, shop at local businesses, and to gather together for some holiday fun in Memphis! The Midnight Gladness event will kick off on Friday, December 6.  At 5:00 p.m., a freewill donation Soup Supper will be held at the Masonic Building. All of the proceeds from the supper will go…

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 National Rural Health Day Proclamation Signing 

Representatives from Sullivan County Memorial Hospital, Sullivan County Health Department, and Sullivan County Ambulance District are shown alongside the Sullivan County Commissioners as they officially sign a proclamation in honor of National Rural Health Day, which was observed on November 21, 2024. National Rural Health Day serves as an opportunity to celebrate the “Power of…

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Mom Prom: Ultimate night out brings in dollars for the community

By Meg Duncan, media consultant for United Way of the Mark Twain Area HANNIBAL, Mo — The Rialto dazzled on Saturday, Nov. 9, as women of all ages took to the dance floor in style at the United Way of the Mark Twain Area’s second annual Mom Prom. Combining community service with the ultimate girl’s…

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Local FFA Members Awarded National American FFA Degree

 Submitted by Becca (Mallett) Dobrinske Knox County Agriculture Instructor/FFA Advisor  INDIANAPOLIS – Each year, the National FFA Organization honors FFA members who show the utmost dedication to the organization through their desire to develop their potential for premier leadership, personal growth, and career success through agricultural education.  The American FFA Degree is bestowed upon a…

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Shop Local: Small Business Saturday Kicks Off Holiday Season in Knox County

 By Echo Menges  The Knox County Chamber of Commerce is preparing for this year’s Small Business Saturday Christmas Extravaganza, which will be held in Edina on Saturday, Nov. 30, over Thanksgiving weekend.  The annual event will offer a variety of activities, including a gift fair at the Knox County Community Center, a visit from Santa…

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Local Teen Featured in “Be Beautiful Be Yourself Fashion Show”

By Emily Bontrager  Local teen, Elliot Dougherty, will be traveling to Denver, Colorado as one of 18 models for the Global Down Syndrome Foundation’s annual “Be Beautiful Be Yourself Fashion Show.” Elliot is 16 years old and he and his family are from Taylor, MO. Elliot’s parents are Tony and Kate Dougherty, and he has…

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Hospital Board Responds To Judge’s Ruling

 Statement of Scotland County Memorial Hospital District Board  Among its other functions, the Board of Directors, as the governing body of Scotland County Hospital, is tasked with overseeing the Hospital’s various operations, setting policies and strategic goals for the Hospital, and hiring and evaluating leadership. As the area’s largest healthcare provider, and the largest employer…

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Thank You Veterans

 The Clark County Marching Indians saluted local veterans during Monday morning’s Veterans’ Day program.

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