Auditor Fitzpatrick Releases Compilation Of Criminal Activity Forfeiture Act (Cafa) Seizure Reports For 2025
State Auditor’s report shows $13,730 in total forfeiture activity across two Northeast Missouri counties; others report none JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (February 27, 2026) — Missouri State Auditor Scott Fitzpatrick today released a compilation of property seizures made under Missouri’s Criminal Activity Forfeiture Act (CAFA) during calendar year 2025. The report shows law enforcement officials seized…
Read MoreJOHN WILLIAM TUTTLE
John William Tuttle, 88, of Greentop, Missouri, passed away peacefully at his home on February 27, 2026, under the care of Hospice following an extended battle with cancer. John was born in Borger, Texas, on January 9, 1938, to Birt and Mary (Burnett) Tuttle. His family later moved to Brownfield, Texas, where he graduated high…
Read MorePrincess Tea Party to Celebrate America’s 250th Birthday
KIRKSVILLE — The Kirksville Order of the Eastern Star Chapter #184 will host its 11th Annual Princess Tea Party on Saturday, March 28, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. This year’s theme, “Celebrating Our Founding Daughters and Sons,” honors the nation’s upcoming 250th birthday. The event will take place at the Kirksville Masonic Temple,…
Read MoreSchuyler R-1 Board Hires Assistant Principal, Extends Administrator Contracts
QUEEN CITY — The Schuyler R-1 Board of Education approved the hiring of a new assistant principal and extended two administrative contracts during its regular meeting Wednesday, Feb. 18. Board members approved the hiring of Ryan Kaden as assistant principal on a two-year contract covering the 2026-2027 and 2027-2028 school years. The motion passed 6-0-1,…
Read MoreSchuyler County Boys Win District Championship Over Scotland County Tigers
By David Sharp Schuyler County and Scotland County met for the fifth time this season, this time to determine the boys championship of Class 2, District 6 basketball at Schuyler County. The Rams held a rebounding advantage in a physical game. Tyson Droste led three Rams in double figures with 15 points for a 67-51…
Read MoreLinn County Earns Agri-Ready Designation
JEFFERSON CITY, MO – Linn County, Missouri has officially earned Agri-Ready County Designation from Missouri Farmers Care, joining counties across the Missouri committed to supporting agriculture and the farm families who help sustain Missouri’s economy and rural way of life. With this designation, Linn County becomes the 82nd county in Missouri to stand with agriculture…
Read MoreGreen City R-1 Macy Jeffries Reaches 1500 Point Mark
Macy Jeffries, a Junior at Green City R-1 school reached an incredible milestone, scoring her 1,500th career point for the Lady Gophers. She scored her 1,000th point earlier this same season. Macy scored 24 points in the District Semifinal play against North Shelby on Wednesday, February 25, 2026. She totaled 641 points this basketball season.
Read MoreJAMES EDWARD “JIM ED” DUNLAP
James Edward “Jim Ed” Dunlap, age 79, of Milan, Missouri passed away Sunday, March 1st, 2026 at Sullivan County Memorial Hospital. Jim Ed was born May 5th, 1946, to Charlie Thomas and Mary Mildred (Murdock) Dunlap. On May 16th, 1965, he married Linda Arlene Bundridge. She survives him, along with their three children Carson Wade,…
Read MoreGophers Hold Off North Shelby to Claim Sixth Straight District Title
By Marlana Smith Green City captured its sixth consecutive Class 1 District 11 championship defeating North Shelby 69-61 in a hard-fought battle on Saturday, February 28, 2026. The Gophers jumped out to a 4-0 lead after Clancy Ballinger opened the scoring. The Raiders answered just 13 seconds after Drake Prange scored. Cole Browning’s basket tied…
Read MoreAgricultural Teachers Named Semi-Finalists for Golden Owl
Semi-finalists were recognized for their contributions to agriculture education, their students, and community. Educators devote limitless time, and often their own resources, to helping students pursue their passions. To recognize the contributions of Missouri’s leading agricultural teachers, Nationwide, FCS Financial, and the Missouri FFA Foundation are honoring exceptional teachers through the Golden Owl Award® program.…
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