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Dreams And Accomplishments: Samara Brush Completes Initial Entry Rotary Wing Training For US Army UH-60 Black Hawk Helicopter Pilot
Samara Jai’lyn Brush has successfully completed Initial Entry Rotary Wing training for the United States Army as a UH-60 Black Hawk helicopter pilot. Brush’s entire career has been based entirely in Army aviation. Brush’s first MOS after joining the Iowa Army National Guard in 2015 was as an Aircraft Electrician. She graduated second in her…
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 MoreMurphy Honored by Scotland Co. Hospital
Congratulations to Samantha Murphy, RN, the May Spirit of SCH winner at Scotland County Hospital in Memphis, MO. Sam is a Certified Rural Health Clinic Professional and she currently wears many hats. She is the Clinic Informatics Analyst RN, Dr. Davis’ Primary Nurse, Immunization/Vaccine Coordinator and works PRN in OB delivering babies! Here’s what her…
Read MoreSchuyler County Student Asher Applegate Receives NEMR Scholarship
NEMR is proud to announce Asher Applegate of Schuyler County High School as a recipient of the 2026 NEMR Scholarship. Asher was awarded a $500 scholarship in recognition of his dedication, achievements, and promising future ahead. Each year, NEMR awards scholarships to graduating seniors throughout its service area as part of the company’s commitment to…
Read MoreRams Ride Pitching, Big Innings Through Strong Late-Season Stretch
Schuyler County put together one of its strongest stretches of the spring behind dominant pitching, big offensive innings and steady defense, picking up wins over Green City, Westran and Northeast. The Rams were in control from start to finish in two of the victories, then showed they could win a tighter game in the third.…
Read MoreClark County Athletes Turn In Strong CCC Performances
Palmer wins 100-meter dash at Clarence Cannon meet Clark County’s Cabell Palmer sprinted to a conference title Monday, May 4, winning the girls 100-meter dash at the Clarence Cannon Conference Meet at South Shelby High School in Shelbina. Palmer won the 100 in 13.42 seconds and added a fourth-place finish in the 200-meter dash in…
Read MoreClark County Wins Three Of Four During Busy Baseball Stretch
The Clark County Indians bounced back from a 1-0 pitcher’s duel against Quincy Notre Dame with three straight wins, defeating Hamilton/Warsaw, Mendon Unity and Monroe City during a strong late-season stretch. Clark County opened the run April 28 with a narrow 1-0 loss to Quincy Notre Dame. Both teams were sharp on the mound, with…
Read MoreMissouri 4-H Youth Engage in Civic Leadership at State Capitol
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – On April 28, nine youth from Clark County 4-H members and volunteers were among more than 500 Missouri 4-H members, staff, and volunteers who gathered in Jefferson City for 4-H Day at the Capitol, focused on civic engagement, leadership, and advocacy. To kick off the day, the 4-H Civic Engagement Ambassadors…
Read MoreClark County Resident Earns Honors at District Pageant
By Emily Bontrager Joanne Ragan, a resident of the Clark County Nursing Home for the past six months, was named 1st Runner-Up at the Missouri Health Care Association District 6 Long-Term Care Pageant. Joanne represented the Clark County Nursing Home at the pageant, held April 16 at the Knox County Community Center in Edina. Joanne,…
Read MoreClark County Local Cancer Fund Provides Comfort, Support for Neighbors Facing Cancer
By Emily Bontrager A cancer diagnosis can change life in an instant. Along with the fear, appointments and uncertainty, families often face the added stress of travel expenses, prescriptions and the many unexpected costs that come with treatment. For Clark County residents, the Clark County Local Cancer Fund Inc. has been one steady source of…
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