Area News
Christmas In Palmyra Events Return Starting November 28
PALMYRA, MO–For the past six months a committee has been meeting to plan for the return of Palmyra’s Christmas in Palmyra events. This year’s theme is Celebrating the Blue Lights of Palmyra. The more than 10 volunteers, led by Brandy Huber, owner of B Creative Nutrition and Kelly Porter, Palmyra Area Chamber representative, started with a long list of ideas. “At that first meeting we put all ideas on big sheets of paper,” stated Huber. After some discussion, Huber’s dream of having a lighted Christmas parade was at the top of the list and was chosen to be the kick-off…
Read MoreOutdoors With Kevin Fox: Canada Goose Season Reopens
I am a waterfowler hunter — so much so that I would rather be hunting ducks this week than whitetail deer. Everyone has a favorite, and judging by how many side‑by‑sides and four‑wheelers are at the convenience stores and how few boats are loaded down with decoys, I must be in the minority. Prior to last week in general, and more accurately Nov. 11, Canada goose season reopened in what would probably be known as the regular goose season. Later in the year, after duck season closes, I’ll be left to hunt only Canada geese if I am to hunt…
Read MoreDougherty Leads Marion County at State Cross Country
COLUMBIA, Mo. — Marion County’s Ella Dougherty capped her season with a determined performance at the MSHSAA Class 1 Girls State Cross Country Championships, held Nov. 7–8 at the Gans Creek Cross Country Course in Columbia. Dougherty, a sophomore, crossed the finish line in 23:11.4, placing 59th overall in a competitive field of more than 150 runners. Her time reflected consistent effort throughout the rolling 5K course, which featured a challenging middle section that tested runners’ endurance and pacing. Also competing for Marion County was Sophia Martin, who posted a time of 24:53.3, finishing 115th overall.
Read MoreReid Represents Palmyra at State Cross Country
COLUMBIA, Mo. — Palmyra’s Audrey Reid carried the Panthers’ banner at the MSHSAA Class 2 State Cross Country Championships, held Nov. 7–8 at the Gans Creek Cross Country Course in Columbia. Reid, a sophomore, finished the demanding 5K course in 22:10.2, earning 81st place overall in a deep and competitive Class 2 field featuring more than 170 of Missouri’s top runners. Competing on one of the state’s most challenging courses, Reid ran a consistent race and closed strong through the final stretch at Gans Creek. The state title was claimed by Addison Smith of Lexington, who crossed the finish line…
Read MorePalmyra School Foundation Provides Grants to 12 District Educators
Palmyra, MO — [November 10, 2025] — The Palmyra School Foundation is proud to announce the recipients of its Teacher Innovation Grants, awarded quarterly to support creative classroom projects that enhance learning opportunities for students across the Palmyra School District. Each quarter, the Foundation provides funding to teachers who bring innovative ideas, hands-on learning, and enrichment experiences into their classrooms. Through an application process, selected grants allow educators to implement programs and projects that go beyond the traditional curriculum, directly benefiting students and strengthening the district’s learning community. This year’s recipients include: Elementary School -Michelle Harris, Pre-K: Tonie box audio…
Read MoreDonor Spotlight: Richard “Rip” Bross – Inspiring Futures Through the Bross Family Scholarship
Palmyra, MO – October 24, 2025 — The Palmyra School Foundation proudly recognizes Richard “Rip” Bross, a 1966 graduate of Palmyra High School, as the primary benefactor of the Bross Family Scholarship, a fund that has empowered dozens of Palmyra students to pursue their dreams beyond graduation. A lifelong learner and proud Palmyra alumnus, Bross earned his degree in Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering with a minor in Economics from the University of Missouri in 1970. He began his professional career in Oklahoma City with a major energy company and continued to advance his education, obtaining an MBA from Oklahoma City…
Read MorePalmyra Food Pantry Expands Hours, Seeks Donations as Need Grows
The need is great at the Palmyra Area Food Pantry. In October, the pantry served approximately 400 families. As SNAP benefits are reduced, more people are turning to local food pantries to feed their families. If you are able to help, the pantry is in need of items such as cereal, oatmeal, toaster pastries, peanut butter, canned tuna or chicken, saltine crackers, soup, and canned vegetables. (Green beans, corn and peas are currently in good supply.) Your donations would be greatly appreciated. No one—especially children—should go hungry. To better serve the community, the Palmyra Area Food Pantry is extending its…
Read MoreHonoring Our Heroes: Remembering Local Veterans Through the Generations
By Ella Aguilar As we celebrate another Veterans Day, the Palmyra community reflects on the generations of men and women who answered the nation’s call — from the battlefields of the American Revolution to the skies over Europe. Marion County’s legacy of service runs deep, carried by families whose courage and sacrifice helped shape both local history and the broader story of America. Early Patriots and Frontier Soldiers Among the earliest veterans connected to the region was Private Joseph Shirley Johnson, who served in the Revolutionary War as part of a Virginia regiment. After the war, Johnson and his family…
Read MoreNortheast Missouri Schools Earn Strong Marks In 2024-25 Annual Performance Reports
By Mike Scott, NEMOnews Media Group The Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) has released its 2024-25 Annual Performance Reports (APR), giving a data-driven look at how public schools are performing across the state. For Northeast Missouri, the results are encouraging — every district remains fully accredited, and most continue to exceed state averages in attendance, graduation, and career readiness. The MSIP 6 reports measure academic achievement, student growth, attendance, graduation rates, and how well districts prepare students for life after high school. The numbers reveal a story of resilience, strong community support, and steady academic progress throughout…
Read MoreMiss Lewis and Clark County Pageants Held
The Miss Lewis & Clark, Miss Lewis & Clark’s Teen and Miss Clark County’s Teen competitions were held Saturday, Nov. 8, at the Clark County Middle School gym. From left, Celia Medeiros was crowned Miss Lewis & Clark’s Teen; Ananya Senthil, Miss Lewis & Clark; and Darby Rollins, Miss Clark County’s Teen.
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