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Queen City Board Approves CDBG Administrative Agreement
QUEEN CITY, Mo. — The Queen City Board of Aldermen accepted a professional administrative services agreement with the Northeast Missouri Regional Planning Commission for a Community Development Block Grant program during a recent meeting at City Hall. Mayor John March called the meeting to order at 6:29 p.m. Aldermen Brenda Barnes, Lewis McBee, Shane Aldridge…
Read MoreSchuyler R-1 Approves Budget, Sets Tuition Rate
QUEEN CITY, Mo. — The Schuyler R-1 Board of Education approved the district’s 2026-27 budget and handled several annual housekeeping items during its regular meeting June 17. The board met at 6 p.m. with President Jill Moncrief presiding. Board member Marti McGoldrick was absent. The board approved the agenda, minutes from the May 19 meeting,…
Read MoreSchuyler County Planned ‘Grand County Celebration’ for America’s Centennial
By Mike Scott LANCASTER, Mo. — In the spring of 1876, as the United States prepared to mark 100 years since the Declaration of Independence, Schuyler County residents were urged to make the nation’s birthday a countywide occasion. The call came through The Excelsior, which encouraged “all good citizens” to turn out for a Centennial…
Read MoreState Auditor Opens Investigation Into Knox County Public Water Supply District No. 1
By Echo Menges KNOX COUNTY, Mo. — Missouri State Auditor Scott Fitzpatrick’s Office has opened an investigation into the Knox County Public Water Supply District No. 1 at the request of State Sen. Cindy O’Laughlin, the senator confirmed Thursday. “The issues with the governance of the water district appear to be complex enough to warrant…
Read MoreLindsey Watts Still Missing One Month Later; Community Encouraged to Prioritize Self-Care
By Echo Menges EDINA, Mo. — Friday, June 19, marks one month since 35-year-old Lindsey Watts was last seen in Edina, a milestone that has left many in Knox County reflecting on the emotional toll her disappearance has taken on her family, friends, co-workers, clients, neighbors, investigators and the community as a whole. In a…
Read MoreSewcial Quilters Honor Veterans During Flag Day Ceremony
KAHOKA — Patriotism filled Kahoka City Park on Friday morning as the community gathered for the annual Flag Day parade and ceremony, where several veterans were honored with Quilts of Valor. The presentation was made June 12 by the Sewcial Quilters of Clark County, who presented handmade quilts to veterans in recognition of their service,…
Read MoreGrab Your Smokers for the Annual Smokin in the Park BBQ Competition
The St. Francisville Masonic Lodge #588 is preparing to host its Annual Smokin’ in the Park BBQ Competition on Saturday, June 27, at Omakohak Park in Kahoka, Missouri. The idea for the event took shape when lodge members, many of whom enjoy grilling and smoking meats, decided to organize a friendly barbecue competition. This year’s…
Read MoreKahoka Council Declines Water Plant Loan Forgiveness, Approves Mosquito Spraying
KAHOKA, Mo. — The Kahoka City Council agreed Monday, June 8, to decline approximately $1.163 million in proposed principal forgiveness from the Missouri Department of Natural Resources for the city’s water plant project. City Clerk Sandie Hopp told the council that Engineer Mark Bross had advised that if the city accepted the principal forgiveness, it…
Read MoreA Lifetime Dedicated to Veterinary Medicine and Missouri Agriculture
By Gentrie Davis, Submitted by Missouri Farmers Care Dr. Dan Goehl has spent his life serving the people, livestock and communities of Agri-Ready Designated Lewis County. Dan has made a lasting impact on northeast Missouri agriculture through his dedication to producers, animal care, and the next generation of rural communities. Growing Up in The Farm…
Read MoreKnox Co. Music Teacher to Perform at Summer Sky Concert
By Echo Menges EDINA, Mo. — Knox County R-I music teacher Lisa Blake will return to the stage later this month for her 11th season with the Muddy River Opera Company during the annual Summer Sky Concert in Quincy, Illinois. Blake, a mezzo-soprano, has performed in numerous opera productions with the company over the past…
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