The Edina Sentinel
Ringing in the New Year, One Tradition at a Time
As the final seconds of the year tick away, people across the globe prepare to welcome the new year with traditions as varied as the cultures that celebrate them. Some rituals involve feasting. Others focus on reflection. Many are rooted in age-old beliefs about luck, prosperity and new beginnings. From fireworks in New York City…
Read MoreHoliday Cheer on Display at Knox County’s Ugly Sweater Gala
By Echo Menges Laughter, lasagna and lights filled the Knox County Community Center on Sunday evening as guests donned their ugliest, most festive sweaters for the annual Ugly Sweater Christmas Gala. on Sunday evening, Dec. 14, 2025. Guests were invited to wear an ugly, fun and festive Christmas sweater for the event and were welcomed…
Read MoreMilan Girls Edge Brashear
By David Sharp Two evenly matched girls basketball teams put on a hard fought but clean battle for supremacy during December 16, 2025 varsity girls non conference basketball at Brashear. Brashear and Milan remained within a five point differential most of the way. Marian Dabney sank a three ball with three minutes to play in…
Read MoreBrashear Boys Down Wildcats
By David Sharp A bigger and older Brashear Tiger boys team jumped out to an 8-4 lead in in December 16, 2025 varsity boys play at Brashear and powered to a 65-30 win over Milan in nonconference action. The Tigers (3-4) pushed the smaller Wildcats to the perimeter most of the night. Brashear led 13-9…
Read MoreKC Lady Eagles Cruise To Win Over Heartland
By David Sharp Knox County took control of their December 18, 2025 varsity girls game with Heartland Christian Academy early, scoring the first ten points and powering to a 69-14 win. The Homestanding Lady Eagles scored 29 field goals while holding their opponent to six field goals defensively. Knox County pressure defense helped create 38…
Read MoreEdina Notifies Knox County It Will Leave 911 Agreement in 2026
By Echo Menges EDINA, Mo. — The city of Edina has officially notified Knox County that it intends to withdraw from the joint 911 cost-share agreement in January, citing financial shortfalls. The city submitted its letter of notification dated Dec. 9. The agreement, formed in 2013, split the cost of enhanced 911 dispatch services among…
Read MoreRUSSELL FRANKLIN TURPIN
Russell Franklin Turpin, 88, formerly of Edina, Missouri, passed away on December 18, 2025, at Baptist Homes Nursing Home in Shelbina, Missouri. Russell was born February 19, 1937, in Lewistown, Missouri, the son of Omer D and Emma Spath Turpin. He was raised on the family farm and graduated from Hurdland High School, Class of…
Read MoreKnox County Chamber of Commerce Draws Chamber Bucks Winners
Shannon Carlyle and Jared Niemeyer drew six names for the Chamber Bucks raffle on Monday, Dec. 15, 2025 at Jared’s Jams in Edina. The winners are: Carol Rockhold, Kathleen Palmer, Lori Moots-Clair, Karen Whitley, Suzanna Downing, and Cheryl Barnard. Each winner received a $50 Chamber Bucks gift certificate to be used at any Knox County…
Read MoreKnox County Nutrition Site Draws Winners for Gift Card Fundraisers
The Knox County Nutrition Site held two raffle fund raisers in December selling tickets for $10 each for a chance to win a $300 or $500 gift card. Pat Miller is the winner of the $300 gift card to C&R Market in Edina. The drawing was held on Wednesday, Dec. 3. Brett Bowen was the…
Read MoreWreaths Across America Efforts Honor Veterans in Knox County
KNOX COUNTY, Mo. — Community members gathered Saturday at Novelty Christian Church to honor the service and sacrifice of local veterans as part of the nationwide Wreaths Across America campaign. The annual remembrance ceremony was held in conjunction with National Wreaths Across America Day on Dec. 13. On the eve of the event, the Knox…
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