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Scotland County Annex Building Renovations Nearing Completion
By Echo Menges MEMPHIS, Mo. — Renovations inside the former U.S. Bank building in downtown Memphis are expected to be completed by April 1, possibly sooner, and Scotland County commissioners say county offices could begin relocating to the building later this summer. The Scotland County Commission purchased the 8,600 square foot building at 231 S.…
Read MoreSHARON DIANE LONG
Sharon Diane Long, age 72 of Centerville, Iowa passed away peacefully on Monday, March 2, 2026, at her home under the care of EveryStep Hospice. Sharon was born on August 26, 1953, in Kirksville, Missouri, to Vernie and Willa Dean (Ruggles) Moss. She grew up in Medil, Missouri, and the rural parts of Putnam County.…
Read MoreClass 1 District 12 Champions
Grundy R-V with Newtown-Harris Panthers defeated the Meadville Lady Eagles on Friday, February 27, 2026 at Meadville for the girls Class 1 District 12 Championship by a score of 44-39. This was the Panthers first girls district championship in 26 years, with the victory they moved on to play the North Shelby Raiders in the…
Read MoreBrunswick Over Comes The Gophers At Marceline Sectional
By David Sharp A talent laden Brunswick Wildcat basketball team opened up a three point contest with a 19-7 second quarter run, ending District Champion Green City’s playoff run with a 65-46 victory at the March 3, 2026 Marceline Class 1 Boys Sectional. Seniors Orion Navis, Jake Crist and Ivan Littrell played their final basketball…
Read MoreA Multigenerational Legacy, Zell Family Spotlight
By Jaron VanHouden Long before he ever made a management decision of his own, Marc Zell was riding on the fender of his grandpa’s 4020 John Deere tractor, watching and learning. Born and raised in newly Agri-Ready Designated Linn County, he grew up immersed in agriculture, spending time on tractors and combines with his family.…
Read MoreMilan TAP Grant Sidewalk Project Underway
The construction is underway of a new sidewalk along Business Highway 5. The City of Milan is able to execute the project due to being awarded a Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT) Transportation Alternatives Program (TAP) Grant in 2022. Once completed the project will enhance pedestrian accessibility and ensure compliance with ADA requirements. Photo submitted…
Read MoreKnox County Boys Win at Marion County
By David Sharp Knox County began their February 9, 2026 non-conference boys basketball game with an 8-2 run and went on for a 57-45 win at Marion County. Nathan Penn gave the Eagles a 5-0 lead with a three pointer at the six minute mark of the first quarter. Isaac Shahan capped the Eagles opening…
Read MoreJACOB RONALD “RONNIE” PETERSON
Jacob Ronald “Ronnie” Peterson, age 74, of Colony community, passed away Thursday, March 5, 2026, in Iowa City, Iowa. He was born July 29, 1951, in Kirksville, Missouri, the son of Jacob Price “Jakie” and Virginia Mae Elder Peterson. He was married to Diane McSorley and to this union one son was born Aaron Todd…
Read MoreHighland Girls Play Historic Sectional Game With Principia
By David Sharp Highland traveled to Winfield High School to play their March 3, 2026 girls Class 3 Sectional contest with top ranked Principia. The teams played a close first half, then the Panthers (28-2) closed on a 10-2 run for an apparent 46-45 win. Highland subsequently filed a protest with the Missouri State High…
Read MoreKnox Co. Voters to Decide 911 Funding Sales Tax on April 7
By Echo Menges KNOX COUNTY, Mo. — Knox County voters will decide during the Municipal Election on April 7 whether to approve a county sales tax of one half of 1% to help fund central dispatching and emergency communications services. The ballot question comes amid ongoing concerns about the long term sustainability of 911 funding,…
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