Taylor News
Some much-needed rain fell in the area this past week. Some residents received 1 inch where some others received up to 5 inches in the area. Although it was, as I said, much needed, we could use a bit of a break from the clouds and rain for a bit. Some sunshine was much enjoyed…
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The day started with beautiful sunshine, and it is now three PM and starting to rain. An example of more Missouri weather. We cannot complain because we have missed some bad storms near us. I am sure some farmers are concerned about their hay cuttings; however, we need to be thankful for the moisture. The…
Read MoreGreat River Honor Flight Announces 76th Mission
First All-Women Veterans Flight The Great River Honor Flight Board of Directors proudly announces that the 76th mission will be its first All-Women Veterans Honor Flight. It will be held over two days on June 18 – 19 out of Hannibal, Missouri. A total of 37 veterans will take part on this trip. Of them,…
Read MoreBBB Offers Tips To Avoid Ticket Sams This Summer
Summer is prime time for sporting events, concerts, theatre and more. But how can you make sure the tickets you’re buying for all these fun events are legit?Buying online is the easiest way for many people to get tickets to their favorite team’s game or favorite artist’s concert. If you can, it’s a good idea…
Read MoreHonoring Six Lifetimes of Service: Palmyra R-1 Celebrates Its 2025 Retirees
Stacey Conrad and Brian Wosman Now that the 2024–25 school year has come to a close, the Palmyra R-1 School District wants to celebrate the careers of six exceptional educators whose combined service totals more than 150 years. While their titles mayvary, their purpose has always been the same: to help students grow, succeed, and…
Read MoreMarriage Licenses
CRAIG WILLIAM NEWLAND, Hannibal, Missouri; KRISTINA MARIE STONE, Hannibal, Missouri. Issue Date: 04/22/2025MICHAEL EDWARD MARX, Hannibal, Missouri; N/A N/A WATERS, Hannibal, Missouri. Issue Date: 04/22/2025JACOB ADAM BURRIS, Quincy, Illinois; JESSICA LENAE SCHUETTE, Quincy, Illinois. Issue Date: 04/22/2025FREDERICK DONALD DETERS II, Hannibal, Missouri; SUSAN LORAE SNYDER, Hannibal, Missouri. Issue Date: 04/22/2025JAMES PADRIAC MULHERN, Hannibal, Missouri; MACKENZIE…
Read MoreMCR-2 School 2025 Awards and Honors
MCR-2 School- FFA Banquet 2025 Trapshooting – A Team District QualifiersWoodrow BeaverAndrew Corey Mac Keilholz Mason Wood Eric Stephens Fall Public Speaking District qualifier placing 2nd at districts – Kalyn Dowell Agricultural sales – 15th at State Levi Wright Rheo Schluckebier Kalyn Dowell Nathan Wright Horse Evaluation- 10th at State Ella Dougherty Samantha KindhartMcKenzie VanOrderKaleigh…
Read MorePalmyra Officially Receives Missouri Blue Shield Designation
Palmyra – Today, Palmyra officially received Missouri Blue Shield designation from the Missouri Department of Public Safety. This prestigious honor recognizes Missouri communities that demonstrate a steadfast commitment to enhancing public safety and supporting law enforcement. The Missouri Blue Shield Program, created by Governor Kehoe in January 2025 through Executive Order 25-03, recognizes local governments…
Read MoreFIRELINE – MAY 31, 2025
May 10 – At 9:08 p.m. 911 dispatched firefighters to a smoke/odor call located on Highway 168, Palmyra, Missouri. Firefighters investigated, returning to the station at 9:32 p.m. Ma 13 – At 2:57 p.m. firefighters were dispatched by 911 to a structure fire in the 200 block of Breckenridge, Palmyra, Missouri. Firefighters extinguished the fire,…
Read MoreArea Students Graduate from UCM
WARRENSBURG, MO – Area residents were among approximately 2,200 individuals who met graduate and undergraduate degree requirements and were eligible to participate in the University of Central Missouri’s (UCM) 2025 Spring Commencement exercises on Friday, May 9 and Saturday, May 10 in the Jerry M. Hughes Athletics Center. Students who completed their degree requirements by…
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