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Draft STIP Lists Route N Work, Several Future Schuyler County Projects
Schuyler County would see one construction project and several potential future bridge, culvert and roadway projects under MoDOT’s draft 2027-2031 Statewide Transportation Improvement Program. The draft STIP, which covers fiscal years 2027 through 2031, is available for public review and comment through June 5. Comments may be submitted to MoDOT by calling 1-888-ASK-MODOT or emailing…
Read MoreSchoonover, Oliver Advance to State for Schuyler County
CENTRALIA, Mo. — Schuyler County qualified two athletes for the state track and field meet Saturday, May 16, at the MSHSAA Class 1 Sectional 2 meet at Centralia High School. Mason Oliver won the boys long jump with a leap of 6.64 meters. Deacon Schoonover advanced in two throwing events, placing second in the discus…
Read MoreRams Sweep Past Wild Tigers
By David Sharp Bradley University bound Gage Brownell turned in a one hit, 18 strikeout complete game performance on the mound, leading Schuyler County (19-3) to an 11-0 victory over Brashear/Novinger (10- 5) in non conference varsity baseball action at Brashear. The marquis matchup game took a sad turn when Schuyler County and Brashear/Novinger players…
Read MoreSchuyler County Circuit Clerk’s Office Receives State Funding
Summer Nelson, Schuyler County circuit clerk, applied for and was awarded $12,772.50 in Special Assistance Funding from the state of Missouri to preserve records and increase storage space in the Schuyler County Circuit Clerk’s Office. Nelson said she made the application because “record storage has always been a problem in our courthouse due to space…
Read MoreSheriff: ‘Hundreds’ of Hours Invested in Search for Missing Edina Woman
By Echo Menges MEDIA: Video Interview YouTube Link Below EDINA, Mo. — 1 p.m. Friday, May 22, 2026 — Knox County Sheriff Carl Knoche said Friday that “hundreds” of man-hours have already been invested in the investigation into the disappearance of missing Edina woman Lindsey Watts as multiple agencies continue working the case around…
Read MoreMaple Lawn Auxiliary Holds Meeting
April 30, 2026 — The Maple Lawn Auxiliary held its regular monthly meeting at 1:30 pm April 30, 2026, at Maple Lawn Nursing Home in the private dining room. Ten members answered rollcall with their response to “Have you ever ridden in a rumble seat?”. The gem of the day was a quote by Ann…
Read MoreMarion County R-II Graduates Look Ahead After Emotional Ceremony
By Ella Aguilar PHILADELPHIA, MO — Marion County R-II High School celebrated the graduation of the Class of 2026 on May 15, marking the end of one chapter and the beginning of another for graduating seniors. Family members, friends, faculty, and community supporters filled the gymnasium to recognize students for their hard work, accomplishments, and…
Read MoreCharles “Chuck” Anthony Hirner
Charles “Chuck” Anthony Hirner Sr., 87, of New London, MO, passed away at 10:30 PM, Sunday, May 10, 2026, at University Hospital Columbia in Columbia, MO. A Catholic Funeral Liturgy Service will be at 10:00 AM, Friday, May 15, 2026, at Holy Family Catholic Church in Hannibal, MO. Fr. Greg Meystrik and Fr. Mike Quinn…
Read MoreMuseum Musing
By Betsy Welty Congratulations to all 2026 graduates . Best of Luck in your new adventures. Proud of each of you. Recently I saw an article in a 2012 Palmyra Spectator about a Country Band that started playing at Halls Hall. A little bit of a back story to get back to the Band. In…
Read MorePalmyra Recognizes Graduating Seniors of the Class of 2026
By Ella Aguilar PALMYRA, Mo. — Celebration, reflection and excitement filled the air this past week as Palmyra High School honored the Class of 2026 during its annual Senior Awards Ceremony on May 12 and graduation commencement on May 14. The two events highlighted not only the academic…
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