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Clark County Relay For Life
Storm winds put an early end to the 2015 Clark County Relay for Life on Saturday, but they did not dampen the spirit of the event. Organizers have not reported how much money was raised, but the storm held off long enough to get most of the fundraising events finished. We’ll have a complete Relay…
Read MoreKnox Commission Listens To Public Comments On Ameren Mark Twain Transmission Line Full Meeting – VIDEO
On Friday morning, June 19, 2015, the Knox County Commission listened to public comment on the proposed Ameren of Illinois (ATXI) Mark Twain Transmission Project. Over 40 people attended the meeting, though, only about eight of them addressed the Commission. Each person to speak was given a three minute time limit. The Commission is deciding…
Read MoreUPDATE: Tragic Fatal Crash West Of Novelty
UPDATE: According to a Missouri State Highway Patrol crash report, the driver killed in a head-on collision on Highway 156 at the Salt River Bridge was Randy Parsons, 56, of Shelbyville, MO. The other driver, who was seriously injured in the crash, was Aleksander Rowinski, 25 33, of Lancaster, MO. Correction: According to the report,…
Read MoreClark Co. Veterans Retire Worn & Damaged Flags-Video and Photo Gallery
On Sunday, June 14, 2015, which was Flag Day, veteran from the VFW and American Legion in Kahoka gathered at the Veterans’ Memorial for the solemn purpose of disposing of worn flags. They were assisted by Eagle Scout Kyle Ross from Troop 145 in Kahoka. In the ceremony, worn flags were presented for inspection, and…
Read MoreUPDATE: Merchants Asked To Be On The Lookout For Counterfeit Bills, One In Custody
***UPDATE*** A warrant has been issued in the 10th Judicial Circuit Court of Marion County, charging Eric J. Powell with the Class C Felony of Forgery. Powell’s bond was set at $50,000.00. Powell remains in the Marion County Jail. Posted Friday, June 12, 2015, at 9:00 a.m. Original story below: HANNIBAL, MISSOURI – The Hannibal…
Read MoreKahoka Holds Flag Day Parade
Yes, it was a few days early. Kahoka celebrated Flag Day on Thursday, June 11, with it’s annual Flag Day Parade around the square. More than 200 kids took part in the event, which has taken place for the past 18 years. Flag Day is Sunday this year. Kahoka’s celebration was held early this year…
Read MoreMacon Police Department News
Macon Police Department News Releases – June 11, 2015 As a result of a traffic stop on 05/30/2015, the Macon Police Department arrested a 24-year old white female of Louisiana (MO) on multiple charges. Police also recovered a stolen vehicle during the stop which was stolen from Ottumwa (IA) on 05/27/2015. The vehicle was impounded…
Read MoreCanton Man Charged With Distributing Drugs Near School
LEWIS COUNTY – According to court documents, on Wednesday, June 3, 2015, the Lewis County Prosecutor’s Office filed a Class A felony charge of distributing a controlled substance near a school against Keith Allen Murphy, Jr., 27, of Canton, Missouri, and a warrant was issued for his arrest. Murphy was taken into custody the following…
Read MoreACS Knox County Relay for Life in Edina 2015 – VIDEO
The American Cancer Society Knox County Relay for Life was held on Main Street in Edina on Friday, June 5, 2015. Below you will find three segments of recorded video we live streamed during the first hour of the event including the Opening Ceremony, the Survivors Walk, the Caregivers Walk and stopped at all the…
Read MorePlea Agreement Reached in Former Circuit Clerk Mary Jones’ Case
According to Missouri Case.net, former Clark County Circuit Clerk Mary Jones has reached a plea agreement with the prosecution in her felony theft case. Jones was suspended from office and resigned in July 2013, following a report of possible financial improprieties. She was arrested in June of 2014, and charged with two counts felony counts…
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