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Hannibal Regional $99 Mammogram Helped Local Woman Find Cancer Early
In recognition of Women’s Health Awareness Month, Hannibal Regional Radiology is offering 3D mammograms for a special price of $99 throughout May Laurie Means of New London, Missouri knows firsthand the life-saving importance of an annual mammogram. As a newly retired woman, she was embracing life to the fullest. Wanting to stay proactive with her…
Read MoreTraffic Stop in Palmyra Yields Gun, Drugs; Keokuk Woman Arrested
Karen S. Hoadley, PALMYRA, Mo. — A routine traffic stop on U.S. Highway 61 led to the arrest of a Keokuk, Iowa, woman and the seizure of a firearm and suspected narcotics, according to the Palmyra Police Department. At approximately 10:10 p.m. on May 1, an officer stopped a vehicle for a lane violation on…
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100 YEARS AGOMAY 6, 1925The closing exercise of the Palmyra schools will be held in this city next week, and will begin with the Baccalaureate sermon which will be delivered at the Baptist church Sunday evening. Commencement will be held Thursday evening also in the Baptist church. The graduating class is composed of Homer Menge,…
Read MoreA Fresh Voice for Palmyra: Interview with a Newly Elected City Council Member Rex Thomas Jr.
A Fresh Voice for Palmyra: Interview with a Newly Elected City Council Member Rex Thomas Jr.Ella Aguilar Growing up in Quincy, Illinois, offered a unique perspective, one close enough to Palmyra to feel the familiarity, yet distinct enough to appreciate the differences. The newly elected council member, Rex Thomas Jr., spent most of his adult…
Read MoreBats Silent for Both Teams as Marion County Falls to North Shelby
Pitching dominated on Tuesday as both teams battled hard on the mound, but North Shelby found just enough offense to edge past Marion County, 1-0. Joey Lagemann got the start for Marion County and turned in a strong performance, recording 16 outs. The game stayed tight until North Shelby broke through with a solo home…
Read MoreMaple Lawn Auxiliary Meets, Plans for Car Show and More
The Maple Lawn Auxiliary met Thursday, April 24, 2025, at 1:30 p.m. in the special dining room. The meeting was called to order by Vice President Debbie Potterfield. Those present recited the Pledge of Allegiance. The Gem of the Day was a quote from Jackson A. Brown: “Success is getting what you want. Happiness is…
Read MoreTwenty Third Annual Spring Fling Raises Over $51,000 for the American Cancer Society’ Relay For Life – Flower Children Have Raised over $1.5M To Date For ACS
The 23rd Annual Spring Fling fundraiser for the American Cancer Society raise over $51,000 this year. The event was held on Saturday, April 19. The “Flower Children” team of the American Cancer Society’s (ACS) Relay For Life hosted its twenty third annual Spring Fling on April 19. Over 300 people attended the event held at…
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100 YEARS AGOAPRIL 29, 1925Homer Reid, a worker on the county road gang, slipped away from the guards last Friday and after a hot chase, finally made his escape. Those living in the vicinity in which the road gang is working are to report immediately if they notice any suspicious looking characters.The strong probabilities are…
Read MorePalmyra FBLA Competes at State Leadership Conference
Lynton Bock, Allie Henggeler, and Laura Noland placed 2nd at the state level in Broadcast Journalism for the mock TV newscast. They will compete at the FBLA National Leadership Conference in Anaheim, California at the end of June. The Palmyra Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) saw 17 students compete at the Missouri State FBLA Leadership…
Read MoreBirthday Blessings: Giving Children in Foster Care Something to Call Their Own
Volunteers with Birthday Blessings' Hannibal team prepare gift items and supplies for children in foster care. The group gathers to assemble personalized birthday packages and other essentials as part of their mission to support youth in care with dignity and compassion. Birthday Blessings is a nonprofit supported by the United Way of the Mark Twain…
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