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Taylor News

It sounds like the temps are going to start warming up this week.  Maybe Summer is getting closer.  It is pretty dry and we sure could use some rain in the local area. Many people have been asking when the Tastee Freeze will be opening for the season.  Well, your wait is over, It opened…

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Maywood News

The last two days have been warm, and the area pools opened after a brief postponement due to chilly weather!  That made the boys happy and showed us we are moving into the summer season.  They had a sad time too and they lost 4 of their ducks they showed for 4-H in the fair. …

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Real Estate

1. General Warranty Justin R Parker and Erica J Parker to MatthewR Harvey and Amanda J Harvey A tract of land lying in the southwest 1/4 of Section 3, Township 57 North, Range 5 West, Marion County 2. General Warranty Justin R Parker and Erica J Parker to Erick Calmet Del Castillo A tract of…

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Area Residents Named to UCM Spring 2025 Dean’s List

WARRENSBURG, MO – The following area students have earned a spot on the University of Central Missouri (UCM) Dean’s List for the Spring 2025 semester. The Dean’s List includes undergraduate students who achieved a grade point average (GPA) of 3.50 or above. Hannibal – Olivia Mears Hannibal – Lucas Quintanilla Hannibal – Timothy Williams Monroe…

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Area 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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Truman State University Announces Academic Honor Rolls

KIRKSVILLE, Mo. — Truman State University has released its academic honor rolls for the spring 2025 semester.  Spring 2025 President’s List: Hannibal – Zack Capp Hannibal – Jocelyn Dorsey Hannibal – Evan Nierman Hannibal – Mariah Ramey Hannibal – Ashton Watts Palmyra – Christian Drebes Palmyra – Maura Gottman Palmyra – Lauren Reid To qualify…

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Northwest announces spring 2025 honor rolls

MARYVILLE, Mo. – The Office of the Registrar at Northwest Missouri State University has announced the names of students named to the Academic or President’s Honor Roll at the end of the 2025 spring semester. To be included on the Academic Honor Roll a student must carry a minimum of 12 credit hours and attain a grade…

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Palmyra Teen Pursues State Crown

Avery Trower MEXICO, Mo- In a few short weeks, teens from across the state will converge in Mexico, Mo to begin a week of interviews, talent performances and appearances as they pursue the title of Miss Missouri’s Teen.  The reigning Miss Missouri’s Teen is Bridget Caldwell of Florissant. She is the daughter of Scott and Tara…

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Palmyra Officially Receives Missouri Blue Shield Designation

Palmyra – 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 that…

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Karen Sue Hudelson

Karen Sue Hudelson Karen Sue Hudelson, 72, of Peoria passed away Sunday, May 25, 2025, at her residence. She was born in Quincy, Illinois to Lewis “Lee” and Norma (Herrick) Lake, and grew up in Palmyra, Missouri. Karen is survived by her sons, Michael (Nicole) Hudelson and Dustin (Angie) Hudelson; five grandchildren, Ethan, Isaac, Matthew,…

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