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125 Years Ago June 26, 1901 Jas. Sparks, the ten-year-old son of WM. Sparks of Fabius township, died of lockjaw yesterday. Two weeks ago while played on a hay mow, he struck the tine of a pitchfork into his right foot. A week later lockjaw set in and after a week’s suffering death came to…
Read MorePalmyra Grad and Incoming Harvard Student Publishes First Book
By Ella Aguilar Marissa Gottman, a recent Palmyra graduate and incoming Harvard student, published her first book, titled Bleeding Sparks, on June 26th. The book is a fantasy novel about Nalara, a woman who became a criminal to support her sister after the mysterious disappearance of their parents. However, when desperate times called for desperate…
Read MoreShelbina OES Chapter Holds Meeting
Shelbina Chapter #159 OES held a stated meeting Wednesday, June 24, 2026, with 17 members and guests present. Chapter opened in regular form with Joyce Viloria presiding. Other officers present were Charles Rosenkrans, WP; Nancy Thorndyke, AM; Eric Davis, AP Pro Tem; Lois Turner, Secy; Ruth Ann Dixson, Treas; Linda Sorrell, Cond; Leslie Rosenkrans, Chaplain,…
Read More12th Annual Missouri vs. Illinois All-Star Baseball Game
Event organizers Kevin Peters and Aaron Peters have announced the rosters for the 2026 Missouri vs. Illinois All-Star Baseball Game, sponsored by Benson Financial Group of Hannibal, MO and Quincy, IL, Shottenkirk Toyota, and Refreshment Services Pepsi both of Quincy, IL. The game is scheduled for Saturday, July 11, 2026 at 7:00 p.m. (rain date…
Read MoreMaywood News
We had quite a bit of rain again this week, and some of the mornings were almost chilly! However, Sunday afternoon’s temperature exceeded 90 degrees, and the air felt like a sponge! Summer has definitely arrived! South Union Baptist Church gathered for worship today, and Brother Dan’s message was “Faith and Trials on the Mountain”…
Read MoreMuseum Musing
Heritage Seekers July Program will be Hall’s Hall July 20 at 7 P.M. Joe Baldwin will be our guest speaker. In honoring the 250th Birthday Celebration, Joe will be sharing some of the famous Palmyra patrons, places, and events. Have you ever wondered what it would have been like riding a Stagecoach like the ones…
Read MoreGuido William Merkel Obituary
Guido William Merkel, 88, of Palmyra, MO, passed away at 5:53 AM, Tuesday, June 16, 2026, at his home surrounded by his family. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:00 AM, Friday, June 19, 2026, at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Palmyra, MO. Father Gerald Kaimann will officiate. Burial with full Military…
Read MoreRoad Closures for July 4th Hannibal Cannibal
The 31st Annual Hannibal Cannibal is Saturday, July 4th with a rolling start between 6:30 am and 7:00 am. As has been the custom for the last several years, Highway 79 from Church Street in Hannibal to Continental Cement on South 79 will be closed for the race. The highway will close down at 6:00…
Read MoreGARY ALLEN SEAVER
Gary Allen Seaver, 64, of St. Patrick, Missouri, passed away unexpectedly at his home at 5:51 am, Wednesday, June 17, 2026. Gary was born on March 4, 1962, in Carthage, Illinois to Wilbert Franklin “Frank” and Lila D. (Livingston) Seaver. Gary was a 1981 graduate of Revere High School. He was united in marriage to…
Read MoreLocal Delegates Earn Scholarships at Miss Missouri Competitions
By Emily Bontrager Several delegates with ties to northeast Missouri earned scholarships and awards during the 2026 Miss Missouri and Miss Missouri’s Teen competitions held June 10 through 13 at the Missouri Military Academy in Mexico. Representing the Lewis & Clark and Clark County organizations, local delegates brought home scholarship awards for their accomplishments throughout…
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