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Real Estate Transactions
1. General Warranty Courtney Jo Feith and Kenneth Wayne Feith JR to Gary Perrine All of lot 14 and 15, except that part off South end thereof, all in Block 4 in Stratford Park, a subdivision of par of Lot 1 of McMaster’s Subdivision of part of the West ½ of Section 19 and part…
Read MoreBob Sellenriek Inducted into PCCA Hall of Fame
Jonesburg, Missouri —On March 10, 2026, Bob Sellenriek was formally inducted into the Power and Communications Contractors Association (PCCA) Hall of Fame, recognizing a lifetime of leadership, innovation, and service to the communications construction industry. The induction ceremony was a meaningful and celebratory event, highlighted by Bob’s acceptance speech, which was filled with heartfelt memories,…
Read MoreMission Hill Baptist Calls Pastor
Mission Hill Baptist Church, 4653 Business Hwy 61 just south of Palmyra has called Joshua Parson to be the new Pastor. He will be relieving Interim Pastor Gary Loomis who has served for the past two years. Bro. Parson graduated from NorthSide Christian School in Louisville, Kentucky and received a Bachelor of Science in Bible…
Read MoreSpring Cleaning? BBB Offers Tips for Hiring Help, Donating Wisely, and Avoiding Online Scams
If you’ve caught the spring-cleaning bug, the Better Business Bureau (BBB) has tips for finding trusted companies to help you declutter, locating places to donate used items, and staying safe if you’re selling items online. Clearing the clutter can be a daunting task for busy families, and some turn to professional cleaning or organizing services.…
Read MoreMarion County Ballot Features Major Road Proposal, School Races and Uncontested Seats
MARION COUNTY — Voters across Marion County will face a wide-ranging ballot in the April 7 General Municipal Election, with key decisions on transportation funding, local leadership and school board representation — along with a number of candidates who will take office without opposition. Polls will be open from 6 a.m. to 7 p.m. at…
Read MoreSchool Funding Concerns, Veterans Project Funding Highlight Marion County Commission Meetings
PALMYRA — School funding concerns, federal grant delays and ongoing infrastructure needs were among the key topics addressed during the Marion County Commission’s regular meetings on March 9 and March 16 at the courthouse in Palmyra. At the March 9 meeting, commissioners approved a series of routine financial items, including payroll for the period of…
Read MoreHannibal Regional Inpatient Dialysis Department Enhances Critical Kidney Care
After one year of providing in-house inpatient dialysis services, Hannibal Regional Hospital is reflecting on the meaningful impact the program has had on patients and families across the region. Prior to having this service in-house, Hannibal Regional relied on a contracted third-party based out of Columbia, MO to provide dialysis services, which limited immediate access…
Read MoreRoadwork Planned in Northeast Missouri March 23–April 3
HANNIBAL, Mo. — The Missouri Department of Transportation has announced upcoming highway maintenance work scheduled across northeast Missouri from March 23 through April 3. Motorists should be aware of temporary closures and are encouraged to plan alternate routes while crews complete maintenance operations. All road closures and planned work can be viewed on MoDOT’s Traveler…
Read MoreLori-ann Ewart
Lori-ann Ewart August 1, 1963 — March 14, 2026 Wayland Lori-ann Ewart, 62, of Wayland, Missouri, passed away at her home Saturday morning, March 14, 2026, surrounded by her loving and devoted family. She was born on August 1, 1963, in Keokuk, Iowa, to Joseph Albert and Sandra Elaine (Winters) Ewart. She was a 1981…
Read MoreMaywood News
As I write this on Sunday evening, I am remembering this morning at 6a.m., when the temperature was a balmy 61 degrees. Unfortunately, the temperature dropped all afternoon, the wind picked up, and we had a blustery snowfall tonight that had the boys thinking of snowballs and sledding! South Union Baptist Church gathered for worship…
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