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Celebrate Agriculture: Thank a Farmer Week Celebrates
NEMO – Our changing economy illustrates how agriculture impacts our lives now more than ever. Farmers and ranchers provide the food, feed, fuel and fiber that serves consumers in Missouri and around the globe. Thanks to Missouri farmers, consumers have can also find locally sourced food and goods. Consumers around the world enjoy what our…
Read MoreScotland County Girls Rally for Overtime Win at District Tournament
By David Sharp Knox County (12-13) leaped to an 8-2 lead in the first quarter of their February 25, 2026 girls District game with Scotland County. The Lady Tigers (18-8) defended and rebounded well after the first period and rallied for a 53-43 overtime win. Kennedy Parrish stole the ball and scored for a 14-7…
Read MoreRural School Leaders Warn Proposed Tax Bills Could Strip Millions from Northeast Missouri Classrooms
By Mike Scott, NEMOnews Media Group Superintendents across northeast Missouri say three proposed property tax measures moving through the Missouri House could significantly reduce funding for rural school districts — potentially affecting staffing, programming and long-term financial stability. The legislation — Missouri House Bill 2780, Missouri House Bill 1766, and Missouri House Bill 2329 —…
Read MoreMSHSAA Announces Resumption of Class 3 Sectional Girls Basketball Game Between Highland vs. Principia
COLUMBIA, Mo. — The Missouri State High School Activities Association (MSHSAA) has completed its review of the Class 3 Sectional girls basketball game played March 2, 2026, between Highland High School and Principia High School at Winfield High School. The contest concluded with Principia winning 46-45. However, following a formal review of events that occurred…
Read MoreGardner Musing
Today is pretty nice out but very windy. The local fire departments all around have been busy with grass and structured fires this week . Its a good sign that things are pretty dried out. We just received word that our Cruise Ship Visits will be starting in June and running thru October. I ran…
Read MoreTax changes to senior income, car loan interest for 2025–28
COLUMBIA, Mo. — New federal tax changes will affect some seniors and car buyers beginning in the 2025 tax year, providing potential deductions on income for seniors and certain vehicle purchases, according to Andrew Zumwalt, director of the University of Missouri’s Personal Financial Planning program. Deduction for filers 65 and older For taxpayers age 65…
Read MoreCloset Genius Trivia Tournament Moves to Earlier Start This Saturday, March 7
By Echo Menges EDINA, Mo. — The Knox County Chamber of Commerce will host its Closet Genius Trivia Tournament this Saturday, March 7, at the Knox County Community Center in Edina. Doors will open at 5 p.m., with game play beginning promptly at 6 p.m., one hour earlier than in years past. The event will…
Read MoreShrine of St. Patrick Special Pictorial Cancellation Envelope Celebrates 90 Years
The Shrine of St. Patrick is proud to announce the 2026 Special Pictorial Cancellation Envelope depicting the Irish Cottage home. The traditional Irish Cottage was a humble dwelling designed to be built quickly and affordably using materials sourced within a few miles of the building site. The materials were made of local stone and…
Read MoreOne Year Later, Hurdland Homicide Investigation Continues
By Echo Menges KNOX COUNTY, Mo. — It has been a full year since the body of James Hall was recovered by area law enforcement agencies, along with the FBI, at a residence in the small town of Hurdland, which has a population of about 155 residents. On Feb. 25, 2025, multiple law enforcement…
Read More15 Missouri communities are first to gain 2026 Blue Shield designation, Department of Public Safety announces
JEFFERSON CITY – The Missouri Department of Public Safety has approved 15 Missouri communities as 2026 Missouri Blue Shield communities, making them the first designated for the second year of the programand eligible for state grants to boost law enforcement equipment and/or training. To achieve the designation, communities must demonstrate their commitment to enhancing public…
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