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Drones Aid in Search for Missing Juvenile
KNOX COUNTY, Mo. — A coordinated search effort involving multiple agencies led to the safe recovery of a missing juvenile Wednesday morning, April 15, west of Baring. The search began at approximately 9:30 a.m., with responders working to locate the child. The Missouri State Highway Patrol assisted in the effort, deploying two drones to help…
Read MoreVacant House Destroyed by Fire
By Echo Menges KNOX COUNTY, Mo. — A vacant home on State Highway EE was destroyed by fire Tuesday evening, April 14, after multiple volunteer fire departments responded to the scene. The call was dispatched at 6:49 p.m. to the residence at 50654 State Highway EE. Firefighters from the Baring, Rutledge and Edina volunteer fire…
Read MoreOliver Wins Long Jump; Rams Show Depth At Truman State Classic
KIRKSVILLE — Schuyler County turned in a balanced performance Tuesday at the Truman State Bulldog High School Classic, highlighted by a win from Mason Oliver and strong finishes across hurdles, distance and field events. Oliver led the Rams with a first-place finish in the long jump (6.30m), while also contributing top-five finishes on the track,…
Read MoreRams Roll Early, Blank La Plata 10-0
QUEEN CITY — Schuyler County wasted no time asserting control Tuesday, scoring early and often in a 10-0 win over La Plata. The Rams erupted in the first inning, stringing together a series of hits to plate five runs and seize immediate momentum. Lathan Martin, Colin Oliver and Marcus Miller each delivered RBI singles during…
Read MoreSchuyler County Man Charged With Vehicle Theft
LANCASTER — A Schuyler County man is facing felony and misdemeanor charges after authorities say he took a vehicle without permission earlier this month. According to court records, Christopher N. Jackson has been charged in Case No. 26SY-CR00053 with one count of stealing a motor vehicle, a Class D felony, and one count of second-degree…
Read MoreSchuyler Rotary Marks 25 Years Of Shoes For Orphan Souls Effort
For 25 years, Rotary districts across Missouri and beyond have partnered with Buckner International for the Shoes for Orphan Souls project. What started as a small flicker of an idea has grown into a massive movement that has delivered nearly 300,000 pairs of shoes to children in more than 30 countries. For a child in…
Read MoreStudents Attend FBLA State Leadership Conference
This weekend, 5 students, Danny Priebe, Asher Applegate, Brendan Wilson, Madelyn Sapp, and Kensington Wolf attended the FBLA State Leadership Conference in Springfield, Missouri. They attended contests and workshops that featured guest speakers and useful life skills. Some learned vital public speaking techniques while others learned how to fill out job applications. The students also…
Read MoreMain Street Palmyra Focuses on Revitalization, Community Input at Chamber Meeting
By Ella Aguilar Alicia Doran of the Main Street Palmyra Board spoke at the Palmyra Chamber of Commerce’s April 14 meeting, providing a clear update on the district’s revitalization progress and sharing future plans for downtown. Opening her presentation, Doran described Palmyra as “a place rooted in history, heritage, and heart,” emphasizing the importance of…
Read MoreChild Abuse Cases Split Across Counties, Draw Regional Attention
Readers Across Northeast Missouri Call for Continued Coverage as Cases Move Forward By Echo Menges, The Edina Sentinel/NEMOnews Media Group EDINA, Mo. — Two related child abuse cases filed in Adair County in 2024 are now proceeding on separate legal tracks, with one set for a trial setting in Shelby County next month and…
Read MoreMilan Police Department Earns Blue Shield Designation for Second Year
Milan Police Department Earns Blue Shield Designation for Second Year MILAN, Mo. — The City of Milan Police Department has received the Missouri Blue Shield designation for the second consecutive year, recognizing its continued commitment to public safety, crime reduction and community partnerships. The designation, awarded by the Missouri Department of Public Safety, honors communities…
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