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Local Youth Compete at 4-H Shooting Sports National Competition
The 2025 Missouri 4-H shotgun team consisted of Tanner Stubinger and Ayden Shortridge of Marion County 4-H, Max Billings of Monroe County 4-H and Ethan Buttris of Pulaski County 4-H and was coached by James Walls. The shotgun Event had teams from 28 states consisting of 115 kids. These kids competed in sporting clays, skeet…
Read MoreThree Freshmen Earn National Recognition in FCCLA Top 10 Finish
Aubrey Bier, Lauren Jone and Maggie Hicks, placed in the 10 10 nationally in their events at the FCCLA National Leadership Conference. Palmyra, MO —Aubrey Bier, Lauren Jones, Maggie Hicks, members of Palmyra High School’s Family, Career and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA) chapter, placed in the Top 10 nationally for their events at the…
Read MoreMarion County Commission Advances Infrastructure Plans, Reviews Fiscal Reports and Honors Highway Department
PALMYRA, Mo. — The Marion County Commission addressed a wide range of issues during its recent meetings, held June 30 through July 14, including approving liquor licenses, opening bids for major bridge projects, recognizing county staff, and reviewing fiscal reports that show stable county finances. During the July 7 session, the Commission approved fee reports…
Read MoreTaylor News
I am typing this article for the paper it is raining in the Taylor area. We had a small shower yesterday and have had nice showers this morning. It has been a gentle rain and very much needed. Everyone stay cool and hydrated this upcoming week, the weather service is saying it is going to…
Read MoreMaywood News
This week brought more July rain to the area. Tonight we are seeing a dramatic lightning display in the heavens, I am glad to be home from the hospital and getting stronger. Sometimes, my grandsons come and sing to me before bed, which is a nice way to end the day. Congratulations to Pastor Barry…
Read MoreSchedules and Menu
Maple Lawn Schedule 1410 West Line St. Phone: 769-2213 Due to Covid outbreaks some activities may be cancelled. Activities subject to change. Popcorn on Mondays and Fridays when available. Wednesday, July 23: Beauty Shop/Ruth, 9:30 Chair Exercises, 11:30 Social Hour, 1:30 Rosary Prayer, 1:30 Farkle Thursday, July 24: 9:30 Mocktail Margarita Crawl/w Aegis Therapy, 12:00…
Read MoreMizzou AD Laird Veatch Rallies Support at Great Rivers Student Send-Off BBQ
Mizzou Athletic Director Laird Veatch spoke at the Great Rivers Alumni Chapter's annual Mizzou Student Send-off BBQ. Mizzou AD Laird Veatch Rallies Support at Great Rivers Student Send-Off BBQ Mizzou Athletic Director Laird Veatch energized students, families, and alumni at the Great Rivers Alumni Chapter’s annual Mizzou Student Send-Off BBQ this past weekend, offering…
Read More2025 4-H Shooting Sports National Championship
Local youth, Alden Meyer competed at this year’s 4-H Shooting Sports national competition. The 2025 Missouri 4-H Air pistol team consisted of Qwentin Kallenbach – Miller County, Alden Meyer – Marion County, Mackenzie Moyer – Randolph County, Christina Zimmer – Clay County. The team was coached by Bob McCollum of Linn County. The air pistol…
Read MoreLocal Youth Compete at 4-H Shooting Sports National Competition
The 2025 Missouri 4-H shotgun team consisted of Tanner Stubinger and Ayden Shortridge of Marion County 4-H, Max Billings of Monroe County 4-H and Ethan Buttris of Pulaski County 4-H and was coached by James Walls. The shotgun Event had teams from 28 states consisting of 115 kids. These kids competed in sporting clays,…
Read MoreShelf 7-23-2025
125 Years Ago July 26, 1900 Rain is very badly needed in the immediate vicinity of Palmyra. So far as we have been able to learn almost every section of the county except this has been blessed why good showers and in a number of instances the amount of rainfall has been ample for all…
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