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Donald W. Bestman
Donald W. Bestman, 90, of The Villages, Florida, was welcomed into the arms of his Heavenly Father on Friday, October 31, 2025, at his home, with his beloved wife of 66 years, Charlotte, tenderly by his side. Don’s life was a testament to faith, devotion, and quiet strength. He was a cherished husband, father, grandfather,…
Read MoreJohn Maurice Buckman
John Buckman Obituary (written by John Buckman on 6-13-2021) January 10, 1944-October 7, 2025 – 81 years young John Maurice Buckman was born January 10, 1944, at St Elizabeth’s Hospital, Hannibal Missouri to Agnes Virgina Adam and Maurice Bernard Buckman. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:00 AM, Wednesday, October 15, 2025,…
Read MoreDonor Spotlight: Richard “Rip” Bross – Inspiring Futures Through the Bross Family Scholarship
Palmyra, MO – October 24, 2025 — The Palmyra School Foundation proudly recognizes Richard “Rip” Bross, a 1966 graduate of Palmyra High School, as the primary benefactor of the Bross Family Scholarship, a fund that has empowered dozens of Palmyra students to pursue their dreams beyond graduation. A lifelong learner and proud Palmyra alumnus, Bross…
Read MorePalmyra Food Pantry Expands Hours, Seeks Donations as Need Grows
The need is great at the Palmyra Area Food Pantry. In October, the pantry served approximately 400 families. As SNAP benefits are reduced, more people are turning to local food pantries to feed their families. If you are able to help, the pantry is in need of items such as cereal, oatmeal, toaster pastries, peanut…
Read MoreHonoring Our Heroes: Remembering Local Veterans Through the Generations
By Ella Aguilar As we celebrate another Veterans Day, the Palmyra community reflects on the generations of men and women who answered the nation’s call — from the battlefields of the American Revolution to the skies over Europe. Marion County’s legacy of service runs deep, carried by families whose courage and sacrifice helped shape both…
Read MoreNortheast Missouri Schools Earn Strong Marks In 2024-25 Annual Performance Reports
By Mike Scott, NEMOnews Media Group The Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) has released its 2024-25 Annual Performance Reports (APR), giving a data-driven look at how public schools are performing across the state. For Northeast Missouri, the results are encouraging — every district remains fully accredited, and most continue to exceed state…
Read MoreMiss Lewis and Clark County Pageants Held
The Miss Lewis & Clark, Miss Lewis & Clark’s Teen and Miss Clark County’s Teen competitions were held Saturday, Nov. 8, at the Clark County Middle School gym. From left, Celia Medeiros was crowned Miss Lewis & Clark’s Teen; Ananya Senthil, Miss Lewis & Clark; and Darby Rollins, Miss Clark County’s Teen.
Read MoreOld Dog Learns New Trick
There were four gadwalls circling over the lake. It looked like they were going to drop into the middle of the lake at any moment. Because of that, I hit them hard with the duck call. I don’t know what I said to them—or what they thought I said—but instead of landing, three of them…
Read MorePalmyra Stuns Monroe City, Captures District Title
PALMYRA, Mo. – The Palmyra Panthers saved their best for last. After falling to Monroe City three times in the regular season, Palmyra delivered when it mattered most, grinding out a 36-33 victory in the Class 3 District 6 championship on their home floor Friday night. The Panthers, now riding a seven-game winning streak, secured…
Read MorePalmyra Senior Takes Second at State Wrestling Championship
By Ella Aguilar Palmyra High School senior Brayden Pillars took second place at the Missouri State High School Activities Association (MSHSAA) State Wrestling Championships on Thursday, Feb. 27. Palmyra High School traveled with six boys and one girl to the state wrestling championships on Wednesday, Feb. 26, and Thursday, Feb. 27. Day one began with…
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