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Scotland County Rotary Meets

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Justin Shearman, the new Missouri Department of Conservation Agent assigned to both Scotland and Schuyler Counties presented a program to the members of the Rotary Club of Scotland County on January 14, 2026. Agent Shearman is a 2013 graduate of Washington High School in Washington, Missouri. He served in the United States Marine Corps from 2015-2020.…

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Trooper Cole T. Hinshaw Promoted To Corporal

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Brandon M. White, captain of the Field Operations Bureau, announces the following promotion effective January 16, 2025: Trooper Cole T. Hinshaw will be promoted to the rank of corporal. Hinshaw was appointed to the Patrol on August 3, 2020. After graduating from the Patrol’s Law Enforcement Academy, he was assigned to Troop B, Zone 6,…

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Brummitt Felony Charges Bound Over to Circuit Court, New Circuit Judge Assigned from Outside 9th District

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By Echo Menges MILAN, Mo. — The case against Joan Brummitt, a former estate administrator facing multiple felony charges tied to alleged financial misconduct, is moving forward in Sullivan County Circuit Court following a preliminary hearing held Jan. 14, in case No. 25SU-CR00227. Associate Circuit Judge Terry Alan Tschannen found probable cause to support all…

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Milan FFA Leaders Share Classroom Success With Gov. Kehoe

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Submitted by Jared Sayre Missouri FFA is the state chapter of the national youth organization dedicated to making a positive difference in the lives of young people by developing their potential for premier leadership, personal growth and career success through agricultural education. Ag Education on the Move Agriculture Education on the Move is a 10-week…

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Hannibal Regional Inpatient Rehabilitation Program Achieves 99th Percentile National Ranking

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Hannibal Regional Hospital is proud to announce that its Inpatient Rehabilitation Unit has been recognized among the top-performing rehabilitation programs in the nation, according to the newly released Program Evaluation Model (PEM) report for the most recent reporting year. The Inpatient Rehabilitation team achieved an outstanding score, placing them in the 99th percentile nationwide among…

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Palmyra R-1 Board Reviews Bond Progress, Safety Programs, and Approves Personnel Changes

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PALMYRA, Mo. — The Palmyra R-1 School District Board of Education covered a broad agenda during its regular Jan. 13 meeting, reviewing progress on bond-funded construction projects, discussing student safety initiatives and long-term planning, and approving multiple resignations and a new hire. The meeting was held at the Palmyra R-1 Boardroom and opened with reports…

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MyFreeTaxes.com Available for Free Tax Filing through United Way

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Hannibal, Mo. – In partnership with United Way Worldwide, United Way of the Mark Twain Area is promoting My Free Taxes®, a free and secure online tax filing service for individuals and families who earned less than $89,000 in 2025. With no local VITA (Volunteer Income Tax Assistance) sites available in the five counties of…

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Highland Boys Win Top Cat Trophy

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By David Sharp Highland’s varsity boys (2-6) took the ball to the rim and pulled down rebounds during a 16-4 second quarter run during January 13, 2026 Top Cat Trophy night at Highland. The Cougars changed a 12-9 first quarter deficit to a 27-16 lead at intermission. Canton rallied back within four points with 14.6…

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