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More Than $1.5 Million Awarded to Area Communities Through State CDBG Program
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. — The Missouri Department of Economic Development has awarded more than $16.7 million to 43 community improvement projects statewide through the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program’s Fiscal Year 2025 competitive cycle, with several Northeast Missouri communities included. Among the local recipients, the City of Kahoka received $280,095 to support residential and…
Read MoreLocal Mother and Daughter Launch Business to Support Those with Alpha-Gal Syndrome
By Emily Bontrager Life changed dramatically for Lexi Cottrell two years ago when she was diagnosed with Alpha- Gal syndrome, an allergy that continues to gain national attention. “Everybody’s Alpha- Gal is different. What I might be allergic to, somebody else might not be allergic to,” Lexi explained. Alpha-Gal syndrome is becoming increasingly recognized, with…
Read MoreYear in Review: Looking Back on the News of 2025
Part 2 JULY Sullivan County Fair events and the Fair Queen contest were showcased during mid-summer celebrations. Camp Med and local workshops introduced students to healthcare and technical career pathways. The Milan C-2 Board reviewed budget amendments and end-of-year financials. Fourth of July celebrations and community activities filled the summer calendar. AUGUST Back-to-school coverage focused…
Read MoreInterim Public Administrator Sworn-In to Office
By Echo Menges MILAN, Mo. — The Sullivan County Commission has appointed Ashley Hoselton as interim public administrator following the retirement of Joan Brummitt, who previously held the position and was arrested last year on allegations of financial misconduct. Hoselton was sworn in during a brief ceremony at the Sullivan County Courthouse. She will serve…
Read MoreTrooper Injured, One Dead and Several Hurt in Head-On Crash Near Green City
By Echo Menges GREEN CITY, Mo. — A Missouri state trooper was seriously injured and a Milan woman was killed Monday morning in a head-on crash east of Green City that left several others hospitalized, according to the Missouri State Highway Patrol. The crash happened at 7:20 a.m. on Missouri Highway 6, about 1.5 miles…
Read MoreCity of Lancaster Receives 2025 Impact Award for Slum and Blight Removal Project
Northeast Missouri Regional Planning Commission has recognized the City of Lancaster with a 2025 Impact Award for its successful slum and blight removal project, which has significantly improved community safety and revitalization efforts. Through a $177,040 grant and in partnership with individual property owners, the City of Lancaster removed fourteen uninhabitable residential and commercial structures…
Read MoreYear In Review: 2025
July through December July 2025 Schuyler R-1 Class of ‘85 gathered for a big reunion. Two fire departments received state matching grants. Lancaster Fire & Rescue received $1,500 to help purchase chainsaws and leaf blowers. Downing Community Fire Association was awarded $930 to assist purchasing four leaf blowers and a chainsaw. Mike Scott talked about…
Read MoreKnox County Girls Take Shootout Win
By David Sharp Knox County looked sharp during their January 2, 2026 People’s Bank and Trust Holiday Shootout girls’ game at Louisiana. The Lady Eagles rebounded well and caused Bowling Green (2-8) turnovers during a 49-21 varsity girls win. The Lady Eagles improved to 4-6 on the season. Knox County jumped out to an early…
Read MoreYear in Review: Looking Back on the News of 2025 Part 2
Compiled by Emilie Rumble JULY 2, 2025 – COMPLETED – A ribbon cutting ceremony was held by current and past Knox County Commissioners on June 20, 2025, to celebrate the long-awaited completion of the Rebel Run Bridge, an event that was decades in the making. Local landowners, Larry and Cleva Clark and Bill Gosney, helped…
Read MoreMarge Ward Welcomes Visitors for 100th Birthday
By Echo Menges RUTLEDGE, Mo. — Family, friends and neighbors gathered Friday, Dec. 20, 2025, at the Rutledge Community Center to celebrate a milestone few reach — Marge Ward’s 100th birthday. Ward officially turned 100 on Dec. 21, but the celebration came a day early, filling the community center with conversation, laughter and a steady…
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