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Kahoka Swears In New Aldermen, Approves Equipment Purchases
By Mike Scott KAHOKA — The Kahoka City Council swore in newly elected aldermen, approved equipment purchases and adopted the city’s annual wage ordinance during its regular meeting Monday, April 13. Incumbent Larry Young and newcomer Ruth Brotherton, winners of the April 7 municipal election, were officially sworn into office. Brotherton is believed to be…
Read MoreErwin Signs Letter of Intent on Baseball Scholarship
By David Sharp Four year starting Brashear Wild Tiger baseball standout Cole Erwin has signed a National Letter of Intent to attend St. Charles Community College on a baseball scholarship. Cole Erwin follows his older brother Carson Erwin into the ranks of college baseball players. Carson Erwin is currently playing Lincoln University baseball. Cole Erwin…
Read MoreNew police Officer Joins Edina Police Department, Council Approves Blue Shield Resolution
By Echo Menges EDINA, Mo. — The Edina Police Department has added a new officer, with Brian Salsberry of Green City beginning his duties with the city in early March under Police Chief David Dudley. Salsberry, 46, is serving in a part-time role and brings more than a decade of law enforcement experience to the…
Read MoreKnox County Voters Decide Ballot Issues, Local Races
By Echo Menges EDINA, Mo. — Knox County voters weighed in on local issues and races during the April 7 General Municipal Election, with 449 ballots cast out of 2,463 registered voters for a turnout of 18.23 percent, according to unofficial results. Voters rejected Knox County Question 1, which asked whether to exempt eligible taxpayers…
Read MoreLocal Authors Release Knox County Family History Book
By Echo Menges EDINA, Mo. — A new book highlighting the history of two Knox County families and the communities they helped shape has been released by local authors Maurine Mayer and Shawn Poore. A Knox County History: Six Generations and the Communities They Knew traces the Roseberry and Poore families from the 1830s through…
Read MoreSchuyler Students Shine In Math Club Competition
The second annual Elementary Math Club recently concluded for the year. Mrs. Veatch, the club sponsor, invited fifth-and sixth-grade students interested in learning and having fun with math to join this year’s club. Nine students stepped up to the challenge and met twice a week during March. Time was spent playing a variety of math…
Read MoreSchuyler County Boys Take Third, Girls Seventh At Scotland County Relays; Oliver, Applegate Lead Strong Showing
Schuyler County turned in a solid performance Thursday at the Scotland County Relays, with the boys finishing third overall with 90 points and the girls placing seventh with 34.5 points. The Rams were led by a standout effort from Mason Oliver, who captured the 400-meter title and added a win in the long jump, while…
Read MoreSchuyler County Voters Approve Tax And Ambulance Questions; Local Races Decided Across County
SCHUYLER COUNTY — Schuyler County voters approved all four ballot questions in Tuesday’s General Municipal Election, while contested races for the Schuyler County Ambulance District, Greentop alderman and several city offices were also decided. Turnout was 498 ballots cast out of 2,701 registered voters, or 18.44 percent. County voters approved the county tax question by…
Read MoreRing of Smoke BBQ Fundraiser to Kick off April 17 With Cruise-In, Corn Hole, Wing Ding, and Live Music
By Echo Menges EDINA, Mo. — The Knox County Ring of Smoke BBQ Competition Fundraiser will begin Friday, April 17, with an evening of activities at the Knox County Fairgrounds aimed at supporting 4-H fairground improvements. Opening night will start at 5 p.m. with a cruise-in featuring cars, trucks and motorcycles. The come-and-go event is…
Read MoreA Lifesaving Commitment: Gloria Allen’s Dedication to Kahoka Blood Drives
By Emily Bontrager April is National Volunteer Month, a time set aside to recognize the millions of Americans who give their time and talents to help others in their communities. In Clark County, one of those volunteers is Gloria Allen. For nearly 20 years, Allen has helped ensure a steady supply of lifesaving blood is…
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