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Edna Mae Lucke
Edna Mae Lucke Edna Mae Lucke, 95, of Palmyra, MO was gathered to her people at 8:38am, Thursday, May 22, 2025, at Blessing Hospital in Quincy, IL. Edna was born March 19, 1930, at the home of her parents John William Frazer and Retta Mabel Curless Frazer in rural Marion County near Monroe City, MO.…
Read MoreSenior Property Tax Freeze Available, Application Deadline Is May 30
Marion County’s Senior Citizen Property Tax Freeze program is currently in effect, but eligible residents must apply annually to receive the benefit. The application deadline for this year is Friday, May 30. Forms are available at both Marion County courthouses and online at www.marioncountymo.com, under the assessor’s page. Applicants must submit the following documentation: Proof…
Read MorePalmyra R-1 High School Awards Night
Lynton Bock and Clare Williams were named the Outstanding Senior Students at Palmyra R-1 for the 2024-2025 school year. Dawn & Candy Vance Cheerleading AwardRenae Billups Dana L. Haynes Softball Memorial Chloe Chamberlain Glenn Murphy Basketball Memorial Award Clare Williams, Cade Lehman Dick Haydon Golf AwardJonas Janes Pinned on ExcellenceBrayden Pillars All-Around Sportsmanship AwardClare Williams, Brayden Pillars Athletic Booster Club ScholarshipsClare…
Read MoreTAYLOR NEWS 5-28
Hope everyone had a wonderful Memorial Day weekend! After the rain earlier in the week, it turned out to be a beautiful stretch with plenty of sunshine, though much cooler temperatures. I’m ready for some 80-degree days. The Taylor community was saddened to hear of the passing of Joann Wiegand. Joann died Tuesday, May 20,…
Read MoreSHELF 5-28
100 Years AgoMay 27, 1925 A heavy frost Sunday night caused significant damage to farm and garden crops. In some sections of the county, a thin skim of ice formed on water troughs and other containers. While corn was damaged, it escaped serious injury. Gardens were not so fortunate, and most crops will have to…
Read MoreMissouri Hot Weather Law Begins June 1
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – The Missouri Public Service Commission reminds consumers the Missouri’s Hot Weather Law is in effect from June 1 to September 30.The law was created to protect all residential customers of investor-owned utilities from having their electric ornatural gas service disconnected due to non-payment when electricity or natural gas is used as…
Read MoreElizabeth Salo recognized for spring 2025 term honors
SEWARD, NE (05/22/2025)– Concordia University, Nebraska recently named 241 students to its honors list for the spring 2025 semester. Students who earn a 3.90 GPA or higher while also completing at least 12 credit hours during the semester qualify for this list. Students earning spring 2025 honors included Elizabeth Salo, Junior, of Hannibal, MO.
Read MoreGreenville University Names Landyn Smith to Spring 2025 Dean’s List
GREENVILLE, Ill. (May 20, 2025) – Landyn Smith of Palmyra, Missouri, has been named to the Dean’s List at Greenville University for the spring 2025 semester.To earn this academic honor, students must complete at least 12 credit hours during the semester. Freshmen must achieve a minimum GPA of 3.5, while sophomores, juniors and seniors must…
Read MoreHeart and Hustle: Palmyra Panthers Fight to the Finish in District Championship Battle
MACON, Mo. — Under the weight of championship pressure and the roar of a home crowd, the Palmyra Varsity Panthers left it all on the field Tuesday night. Despite a 6-1 final score in favor of the Macon Tigers Varsity, the Class 3 District 6 title game was a testament to grit, growth, and a…
Read MoreFlag Day Celebration Planned
Get ready for the Annual Flag Day Celebration!! The Palmyra Chamber sponsored event will be held Saturday, June 14. The festivities will begin with the parade that will proceed down Main Street from the Palmyra High School to the Courthouse beginning at 10 am. No registration necessary for parade entries, just show up at the…
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