The Edina Sentinel
Brashear High School Holds 2026 Graduation Ceremonies
By David Sharp Seventeen Seniors received their High School Diplomas during the Adair County R-II Schools at Brashear, Mo. Graduation Ceremony. Commencement was held on May 10, 2026. Superintendent Cody Moore and Principal Karissa Gregory presided over the Ceremony. Board of Education President Jason Taylor and Members of the Board presented diplomas to the most…
Read MoreLOUISE MASON HUNTER
Louise Mason Hunter, 85, of Bowling Green, Missouri, departed her loving family at her daughter’s home on May 6, 2026. Louise was born May 5, 1941, in Kirksville, Missouri to Luey and Rosy (Heincy) Walker, Louise was a graduate of Knox City High School and Truman State University. She was united in marriage to Don…
Read MoreBright Futures Knox County Hosts 6th Annual Youth Fishing Day
Submitted by Crystal I Murr, Board Secretary Bright Futures Knox County hosted its annual 6th Annual Youth Fishing Day at Edina City Lake and the 4-H/FFA Fairgrounds on Saturday morning, May 2, 2026. The event welcomed almost 90 youth fishermen and their families to compete for prizes for the biggest, smallest and most fish caught.…
Read MoreMissouri Giantess Comes Home: Ella Kate Returns to Memphis in New Musical “Dream Big”
The story of Scotland County’s most famous daughter is coming home. Ozarks Lyric Opera will bring its new folk musical ”Dream Big: The True Tall Tale” to the Memphis Theatre (106 E. Madison Street) on June 4, 2026 for a special hometown engagement. Inspired by the life of Ella Kate Ewing— known around the world…
Read MoreParis Breaks Open LCC Game With Eagles
By David Sharp Luke Ensor went 2-5 with three RBI and two runs scored leading Paris (7-9) to an 11-3, win over Knox County in April 29, 2026 Lewis and Clark baseball play at Paris. The Coyotes sent 13 batters to the plate during a decisive seven score sixth inning rally. Paris starter Elijah Reynolds…
Read MoreHighland Gets Past Mustangs
By David Sharp Marion County (0-9) scored a single run on a first inning passed ball. Heath Feldkamp took care of the rest, tossing a five inning no hitter at the Mustangs during May 1, 2026 varsity baseball play at Marion County. The Cougars improved to 3-10 on the season with an 11-1 victory. Nathan…
Read MoreHighway 6 Shop Hop Expands from Local Idea to Regional Event
Jared’s Jams effort grows into multi-town showcase of small businesses By Echo Menges EDINA, Mo. — What began as a small, local idea at Jared’s Jams in Edina has grown into a multi-community event stretching along Highway 6, bringing together small businesses, artisans and shoppers for the Highway 6 Shop Hop set for May 8–9.…
Read MoreNew Coffee Shop Opens in Edina
By Echo Menges EDINA, Mo. — A new coffee shop has opened its doors in Edina, adding another small business to the community’s downtown district. EsKape officially began serving customers in April at 117 Main Street. The shop is owned by Mike and Angelica Bommarito, a young couple who recently moved to Edina from St.…
Read MoreRegional Crowd Fills Edina for Sunshine Law Training
Attendees travel from across Northeast Missouri for hands-on training focused on open meetings and public records laws By Echo Menges EDINA, Mo. — A strong regional turnout filled the Knox County Community Center on Thursday, April 30, for a Missouri Sunshine Law training, with nearly 100 attendees gathering to learn more about open meetings and…
Read MorePublic Invited to Meet Missouri Bar Attorney Gathering Input on Community Legal Needs
By Echo Menges EDINA, Mo. — The The Missouri Bar is asking residents to share their thoughts on access to legal services, with a local meeting set this week in Edina. Andy Briscoe, an attorney and director of government relations for the Missouri Bar, will meet with area residents beginning at 9 a.m. Wednesday…
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