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KERBY LYNN MITCHELL
Kerby Lynn Mitchell, 84, a resident of Columbia, passed away on Saturday, December 20, 2025, at Boone Hospital Center. Kerby was born on October 19, 1941, in Kahoka, Missouri the son of Colin Kerby Mitchell and Daisy Pearline (Perry) Mitchell. On July 19, 1975, in Columbia, he was joined in marriage to Evelyn Stone, and…
Read MoreVIRGINIA CATHERINE WEBSTER
Virginia Catherine Webster, 84, of Medill, Missouri, passed away at 5:30pm on Tuesday, January 6, 2026, at Capital Region Medical Center, in Jefferson City, Missouri. Virginia was born May 10, 1941, in Kahoka, Missouri to Walter and Helen (McDonnell) Morris. Virginia was united in marriage to Stanley Webster on October 21, 1960, at St Michael’s…
Read MoreSamuel Buescher Earns Top Honors in Missouri 4-H Great Outdoors Photography Contest
Samuel Buescher recently represented his community with distinction by participating in Missouri 4-H’s The Great Outdoors Photography Contest, showcasing both technical skill and a strong appreciation for Missouri’s natural world. Samuel earned blue ribbons in three highly competitive categories: Entomology, Outdoor Education, and Wildlife & Fisheries. His award-winning photographs included “The Quiet Hunt,” a striking…
Read MorePanthers Claim Highland Tournament Title Behind Team Grit, Senior Leadership
By Mike Scott The Palmyra Panthers delivered a week to remember at the Highland basketball tournament, powering their way to the championship with a blend of senior leadership, underclassman energy, and a defense that rxefused to fold under pressure. With three straight wins—including a hard-fought title game against the Kirksville Tigers—the Panthers now sit at…
Read MorePalmyra School Foundation Announces Palmyra Key Club Community Service
Palmyra, MO— January 6, 2026 — The Palmyra School Foundation is proud to announce the establishment of the Palmyra Key Club Community Service Scholarship, generously funded by Gary and Ruth Stowe. The scholarship was created to recognize and encourage students who demonstrate a strong commitment to community service, leadership, and civic responsibility. The scholarship reflects…
Read MoreDouglas Disselhors
Douglas Disselhorst of Electra, TX passed away Monday, December 15, 2025 after a battle with cancer. Graveside services will be held at Highland Cemetery, Iowa Park, TX on Saturday, December 20, 2025 at 1pm with Father Sam Ferix officiating. He was born in Honolulu, Hawaii to Maurice and Marie Riney Disselhorst. Being born into a…
Read MoreMartin “Marty” J. Scheveling
Martin “Marty” J. Scheveling, 86 of St. Augustine, FL. Passed away on Saturday, Jan 3, 2026, with his family by his side. Marty was born in St. Louis Missouri. Graduated Palmyra High School attended Culver- Stackton College in Canton Missouri on a Football-Grant- In-Aid Scholarship. Following graduation from Culver-Stockton, he traveled to Sarasota, FL with…
Read MoreMichael J. Rothweiler
Michael J. Rothweiler, 72, of Hannibal, MO passed away at 4:07 AM, Thursday, January 1, 2026, at Beloved Health and Rehabilitation Center in Hannibal, MO. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:00 AM, Wednesday, January 7, 2026, at the St. Joseph Catholic Church in Palmyra, MO. Fr. Gerald Kaimann will officiate. Burial…
Read MorePalmyra R-1 School District Board of Education Holds Retreat to Review Survey Highlights and Discuss Long-Range Facilities Planning
The Palmyra R-1 School District recently completed a comprehensive set of surveys designed to gather feedback from students, staff, parents, and community members. On December 13, the Palmyra R-1 Board of Education met during its annual board retreat to review and discuss the results of the recently completed survey. Roger Kurtz, former MASA Executive Director,…
Read MoreWanda K. Zeiger
Wanda K. Zeiger, 81, of Palmyra, MO passed away at 7:42 PM, Friday, January 2, 2025, at her home. Funeral Services will be held at 1:00 PM, Wednesday, January 7, 2026, at the Lewis Brothers Funeral Chapel in Palmyra, MO. Pastor Paul Reese will officiate. Burial will follow at Greenwood Cemetery in Palmyra, MO. Friends…
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