Area News
A Forgotten Name Resurfaces on the Kahoka Square
By Emily Bontrager A piece of downtown Kahoka history was uncovered last week during repair on the Clark Mutual building where Clark Mutual Insurance Company and Ross Insurance are located on the west side of the square. As work began near the top of the brick building, the name “J. H. Puder” became visible once…
Read MoreHow Extreme Precipitation Can Affect Crop Health, Yields
University of Missouri Extension NOVELTY, Mo. – Waterlogging and flooding are among the most damaging weather-related stresses in crop production worldwide, and their impacts are increasing as extreme rainfall becomes more frequent. Flooding ranks second only to drought among abiotic stresses. Research by Gurbir Singh, a soil scientist with University of Missouri Extension at MU’s…
Read MoreScotland County Republicans Discuss Candidates, Jail Project
The Scotland County Republican Central Committee met Thursday, May 21, with Chairman Jeff Davis calling the meeting to order. Minutes from the previous meeting were read and approved. Members discussed several topics, including recent contacts with statewide and national candidates. Davis reported he had spoken with Ed Lewis, a candidate for the 18th District state…
Read MoreMissouri Awards Over $1.4 Million In State Equipment Grants To Volunteer Fire Departments To Bolster Firefighting Capabilities In Rural Communities
JEFFERSON CITY – The Department of Public Safety has awarded a total of $1.455 million to 108 fire departments across the state to bolster the firefighting capabilities of small volunteer departments that provide critical protection to their rural communities. The Missouri Volunteer Fire Department Grant provided up to $15,000 for the purchase of equipment to…
Read MoreMarcia Elaine Schachtsiek Obituary
Marcia Elaine (Schulz) Schachtsiek 82 of rural Palmyra, Missouri, passed away Thursday, May 28, 2026 at the Monroe City Manor, Monroe City, Missouri. Marcia was born March 18, 1944, in Julesburg, Colorado, to Reverand Roy and Elvira (Bruns) Schulz and baptized by her father into the family of Christ April 2, 1944, at St. Paul’s…
Read MoreSpectator Shelf
125 Years Ago May 29, 1901 Joshua B. Taylor and Miss Grace McLeod will be married at the home of the father of the bride, Mr. J. B. McLeod in Fabius township this evening at 8:30 o’clock. The attendants will be John J. McLeod and Miss Maud Hansbrough, and the ceremony will be performed by…
Read MoreLarry Franklin Ridings Obituary
Larry Franklin Ridings, 80, of Palmyra, MO, passed away at 7:08 PM, Monday, May 25, 2026, at Blessing Hospital in Quincy, IL. A Memorial Service will be held at 2:00 PM, Friday, May 29, 2026, at the Lewis Brothers Funeral Chapel in Palmyra, MO. Pastor Nathan Meyers will officiate. Burial will follow at Lick Creek…
Read MorePalmyra R-1 Board Approves Resignations, New Hires
The Palmyra R-1 Board of Education met in special session on Tuesday, May 26, 2026, at 7:30 p.m. in the Palmyra R-1 Boardroom. The primary purpose of the meeting was to approve resignations and hires for the District. The following resignations were approved: Brandon Crisp – Girls Tennis Coach Steven Jones – Elementary P.E. Teacher,…
Read MorePalmyra City Council Reviews Busy Agenda of Parks, Utilities, Safety, and City Projects
By Ella Aguilar The Palmyra City Council received updates on a wide range of city business this week, including a student conservation project, park improvements, utility work, public safety efforts, and staffing changes across several departments. Council members also approved Bill 1676 during the meeting. A highlight of the meeting was a presentation by Palmyra…
Read MoreLaddie “Lad” S. Denish Obituary
Laddie “Lad” S. Denish, 93, of Palmyra, MO, passed away at 11:20 AM, Saturday, May 23, 2026, at his home in rural Palmyra, MO. Private Graveside Services will be held at Durham Cemetery in Durham, MO. Pastor Jeff Voepel will officiate. Arrangements are under the direction of the Lewis Brothers Funeral Chapel in Palmyra, MO.…
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