Area News
Fellinger Appointed Interim Knox County Prosecutor
By Echo Menges EDINA, Mo. — Thursday, May 21, 2026 – Knox County has a new interim prosecuting attorney following the recent appointment of former Prosecutor Andrew Boster to the bench. Judge Matthew Wilson signed an administrative order on May 20 appointing Chelsea Fellinger, 33, of rural Canton in Lewis County, as interim Knox County…
Read MoreSullivan County Honors Outstanding Educators with Teacher of the Year Awards
Submitted by Gracey Gordon, NEMR CST & Marketing Assistant SULLIVAN COUNTY, MO — The Sullivan County Education Association is proud to recognize three exceptional educators as the 2026 Established Teachers of the Year—one from each school district in the county: Green City R-1, Milan C-2, and Newtown-Harris. These teachers were selected for their outstanding dedication…
Read More“We Just Want Our Sister Home” Community Rallies Around Watts Family During Prayer Vigil
By Echo Menges EDINA, Mo. — Hundreds gathered Saturday evening on the Knox County Courthouse lawn in Edina for a community prayer vigil for missing Edina woman Lindsey Watts as the search for the 35-year-old entered its fifth day. Residents from across Knox County and surrounding communities joined local pastors, law enforcement supporters, family members…
Read MoreHolland, Buford Medal at State for Scotland County
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. — Scotland County earned two all-state medals at the MSHSAA Class 1 state track and field meet May 22-23 at Jefferson City High School. Charlee Holland led the Lady Tigers with a fourth-place finish in the girls long jump, recording a leap of 5.09 meters. Holland also competed in the triple jump,…
Read MoreMemphis Memorial Day Service Honors Fallen Heroes
MEMPHIS, Mo. — A bright sun shone over the Scotland County Courthouse lawn Monday morning as about 300 people gathered for a tradition built on memory, gratitude and sacrifice. The 81st annual Memorial Day Service, hosted by Wallace W. Gillespie Memorial Post 4958 VFW, brought veterans, families, local residents, students and community members together May…
Read MoreSchuyler County R-1 Graduates Class Of 2026
QUEEN CITY, Mo. — Schuyler County R-1 High School celebrated the Class of 2026 during commencement exercises Sunday, May 17, at the school in Queen City. The ceremony opened with the processional, followed by welcome and introductions from Superintendent Shawn Corbett. Diane McClain presented academic honors, Stacy O’Haver presented scholarships, Colin Oliver gave the salutatorian…
Read MoreBrownell’s Gem Sends Schuyler County Past Silex, Into State Quarterfinals
Schuyler County is one win away from the final four. Behind a dominant complete-game pitching performance from Gage Brownell and a steady offensive attack, the Rams powered past Silex 9-3 Monday, May 25, in a Class 2 sectional baseball game. The victory sends Schuyler County into the Class 2 quarterfinal round Wednesday against Eugene. Brownell…
Read MoreSheppard, Augspurg Medal at State for Palmyra
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. — Palmyra earned three all-state medals at the MSHSAA Class 2 state track and field meet May 22-23 at Jefferson City High School. Luke Sheppard medaled in both hurdle events for the Panthers. Sheppard placed seventh in the 110-meter hurdles with a time of 15.71 seconds after qualifying through preliminaries with a…
Read MoreArea Fire Departments Receive State Grant Funding
Two Marion County fire departments have received matching grant funding through the Missouri Departmentof Conservation’s Volunteer Fire Assistance program. Marion County R-II Fire Department & First Responders received a $2,625 matching grant toward the purchase of 10 Minitor pagers. The department spent $5,250 on the equipment. The Palmyra Fire Protection District received a $9,023.30 matching…
Read MoreMarion County R-II Students Recognized for Awards, Scholarships
Marion County R-II students were recognized for academic, athletic, FFA, service and scholarship achievements during the 2025-26 school year. Senior honors included Wyatt Tuley as valedictorian and Nathan Wright as salutatorian. Summa cum laude graduates were Andrew Corey, Tuley, Anthony Walker, and Wright. Colton Swisher was recognized magna cum laude, while Abbigail Corey and Mackenzie…
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