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Knights of Columbus Host Last Blood Drive at Msgr. Farischon Hall
PALMYRA MO — On May 4, 2026, Chairman Chuck Wigle informed a group of knights gathered at Msgr. Farischon Hall that the event would mark the final blood drive hosted by the organization. Wigle, who has served as chairman for 20 years, explained that the Red Cross had informed him that blood drives are no…
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By Cindy Griesbaum It is very hard to believe that it is that time of the year that schools will be letting out for the Summer. What a beautiful weekend it was for Mother’s Day this past weekend. The sun shined, temps were wonderful, hope all your mothers had a wonderful weekend. With the weather…
Read MoreRobert D. Craig Obituary
Robert D. Craig, 77, of Palmyra, MO, passed away at 8:13 PM, Wednesday, May 6, 2026, at his home in Palmyra, MO. There will be no services at this time. Arrangements are under the direction of the Lewis Brothers Funeral Chapel in Palmyra, MO. Robert was born March 29, 1949, in Quincy, IL, to Ralph…
Read MoreArea Youth Earn SMQA Certification Through Hands-On Training
Sixteen youth from three northeast Missouri counties earned Show Me Quality Assurance (SMQA) certification during a training held April 28, 2026, in Lewis County. The SMQA program prepares youth livestock exhibitors to demonstrate ethical decision-making, animal care, food safety, and responsible livestock management practices. The evening began with all participants learning about the Six Pillars…
Read MoreMarion County Commission Approves Liquor Licenses, Discusses Truck Wash Construction
Palmyra, MO–The Marion County Commission convened on Monday, April 27, 2026, at the County Courthouse in Palmyra with Presiding Commissioner J. David Lomax, Eastern District Commissioner Larry Welch, and Western District Commissioner Lacey Miller in attendance. The meeting addressed several key matters, including liquor license approvals, the potential construction of a truck wash, and updates…
Read MoreFarmers Need Tools That Keep Pace With the Growing Season
By Matt Wright, farmer, Emden, Missouri Every farming season begins with a plan. Farmers spend months preparing before a single seed goes into the ground. We line up seed, fertilizer and crop protection strategies long before spring planting begins. Those decisions depend on having the tools we expect to use when the crop is growing.…
Read MorePalmyra Athletes Shine at MSHSAA Class 2 District 3 Track Meet
SHELBINA, MO — The MSHSAA Class 2 District 3 Track Meet at South Shelby High School on May 9, 2026, proved to be a thrilling day for Palmyra High School’s track and field teams, with several athletes securing spots in the upcoming Sectional meet. The top four finishers in each event advanced to the Sectional…
Read MoreMICHAEL OWEN REBO
Michael Owen Rebo, 64, of Kahoka, Missouri, passed away at 3:21 pm on Saturday, April 25, 2026, in Raytown, Missouri. Michael was born on April 9, 1962, in Galesburg, Illinois to Owen and Virginia (Johnson) Rebo. Michael graduated from Galesburg, IL High School in 1980. Michael liked to keep busy, his first job at age…
Read MoreRANDALL LEE BRISCOE
Randall Lee Briscoe, 70, of Williamstown, Missouri, passed away at 3:09pm at Barnes- Jewish Hospital in St. Louis, Missouri, on Wednesday, April 29, 2026. Randall was born on October 11, 1955, in Keokuk, Iowa to Raymond and Esther (Welker) Briscoe. He was united in marriage to Pamala (Phillips) Briscoe on February 3, 1978, in Williamstown,…
Read MoreClark County Athletes Turn In Strong CCC Performances
Palmer wins 100-meter dash at Clarence Cannon meet Clark County’s Cabell Palmer sprinted to a conference title Monday, May 4, winning the girls 100-meter dash at the Clarence Cannon Conference Meet at South Shelby High School in Shelbina. Palmer won the 100 in 13.42 seconds and added a fourth-place finish in the 200-meter dash in…
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