Mallory Sublette of Palmyra Named to University of Alabama Spring 2025 Presidents List
TUSCALOOSA, AL (06/11/2025)– Mallory Sublette was named to The University of Alabama Presidents List for Spring Semester 2025. A total of 14,289 students enrolled during Spring Semester 2025 at The University of Alabama were named to the dean’s list with an academic record of 3.5 (or above) or the president’s list with an academic record…
Read MoreMallory Sublette of Palmyra Awarded Degree from UA
TUSCALOOSA, AL (06/09/2025)– Mallory Sublette of Palmyra, MO (63461), has received the following degree(s) from The University of Alabama: Bachelor of Science in Human Environmental Sciences. UA awarded over 6,000 degrees during its spring commencement ceremonies. A recent economic analysis found that a degree from The University of Alabama has proven to provide an abundant…
Read MoreCelebrating Success: Palmyra FFA Chapter Banquet
Palmyra FFA officers pose with a $1,000 donation presented by BASF during the chapter’s annual banquet on May 8, 2025, at Palmyra High School. The donation supports local agricultural education and FFA programming. On May 8th 2025, members and supporters of the Palmyra FFA chapter were invited to gather at Palmyra High School to celebrate…
Read More16th Annual Shoeless Joe’s Celebrity Golf Classic Raises Over $100,000 For Local Healthcare
Hannibal Regional Foundation recently hosted its 16th annual Shoeless Joe’s Celebrity Golf Classic, officially sponsored by Raymond James Financial on June 11. Thanks to the generous support of many community donors, this year’s Shoeless Joe’s Celebrity Golf Classic raised over $100,000 to support cancer care services and resources in northeast Missouri. 100% of all funds…
Read MoreGovernor Kehoe Signs SB 81 into Law
JEFFERSON CITY, MO—Today, Governor Mike Kehoe signed Senate Bill (SB) 81 into law in a significant move to strengthen public safety across Missouri. “Public safety remains one of our top priorities, and with this bill, we are reinforcing that with real action,” said Governor Mike Kehoe. “From improving oversight and licensing to supporting law enforcement…
Read MoreRural Missouri in Focus: Key Insights from the MU Extension Study Presented in Palmyra
By Ella Aguilar The Palmyra Chamber of Commerce met on June 10th at Hall’s Hall to hear findings from the University of Missouri Extension’s study on rural community health. Joan Hermsen and Kandice Grossman presented insights gathered from 211 participants across 12 Missouri counties using interviews, focus groups, and case studies. The Extension study aimed…
Read MoreSHELF 6-18-2025
100 YEARS AGO JUNE 17, 1925 Farm Bureau boosters from practically every point of Marion county attended the school of instruction held at Palmyra June 13. Among the speakers was Mr. Paul Naylor, assistant county agent leader, who made an excellent talk of the opportunities received from things found out at the state experiment stations.…
Read MoreMarion County Eyes Solar Ordinance Overhaul, Facility Improvements, and Insurance Bids
PALMYRA, Mo. — The Marion County Commission covered an extensive docket during its June 9 meeting, taking action on financial items, infrastructure concerns, and a proposed update to the county’s solar ordinance that could reshape how renewable energy is regulated locally. Presiding Commissioner J. David Lomax, Eastern District Commissioner Larry Welch, and Western District Commissioner…
Read MoreJune Is Alzheimer’s Awareness Month—And a Reminder to Help Older Adults Guard Against Scams
June is Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month, a timely reminder that older adults—especially those affected by Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia—may need extra protection from scams and fraud. According to recent research, changes in financial decision-making and difficulty recognizing scams can be among the earliest signs of cognitive decline. Older adults with memory loss…
Read MorePalmyra City Council Discusses Drainage Issues, Approves Key Resolutions, and Highlights Community Fundraiser at June 5 Meeting
The City of Palmyra City Council met on Thursday, June 5th in the City Council Chambers at City Hall. A local resident of Palmyra returned to the meeting wanting to hear updates from the City Council about the drainage issue that is currently happening on their property. The City Council has been reviewing the engineering…
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