Area News
MoDOT Announces Work Schedule
HANNIBAL – The following is a list of general highway maintenance work the Missouri Department of Transportation has planned in the Northeast Missouri region for the next few weeks. All road closures and planned roadwork may be viewed on the Traveler Information Map at http://traveler.modot.org/map/. Inclement weather may cause schedule changes in some of the planned…
Read MoreMissouri youths lead the way at 4-H Day at the Capitol
On March 26, 2025, hundreds of Missouri 4-H youths, along with staff, parents and volunteers, gathered in Jefferson City for 4-H Day at the Capitol. JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – On March 26, almost 900 Missouri 4-H members, staff, volunteers and parents gathered in Jefferson City for 4-H Day at the Capitol, a day of civic…
Read MorePanthers Ride High, Then Reset: Palmyra Dominates Early Before Moberly Hands Out a Lesson
After two statement wins that showcased both explosive offense and lockdown pitching, the Palmyra Varsity Panthers entered the weekend riding a wave of momentum. Back-to-back run-rule victories over Elsberry and Canton reminded everyone just how dangerous this Panthers squad can be when everything clicks. But on Saturday, Moberly delivered a reality check—one that could prove…
Read MoreMiss Hannibal Organization Engages in Community Service and Inspires Students During School Tour
Miss Hannibal Organization Engages in Community Service and Inspires Students During School TourHANNIBAL, MO — On Friday, March 21, the Miss Hannibal Organization dedicated an entire day to giving back to the community and engaging with local students. The titleholders — Miss Hannibal, Grace Isch; Miss Mark Twain, Kate Czarny; Miss River City, Shelby Leeker;…
Read MoreCommunity Maundy Thursday Service to Be Held April 17
PALMYRA—The Palmyra Area Ministerial Alliance invites the community to a special Maundy Thursday service on April 17 at 6:00 p.m. at First Christian Church. This meaningful worship gathering will include Communion and a message from Palmyra United Methodist Church Pastor, Eric Anderson.Maundy Thursday, observed during Holy Week, commemorates the Last Supper of Jesus with His disciples and…
Read MorePalmyra R-1 School District Announces the Hiring of High School PE & Head Varsity Football Coach, Justin Hutchings
Palmyra, MO – March 21, 2025 – The Palmyra R-1 School Board of Education has approved Justin Hutchings as the next High School PE/ Fitness teacher and Head Varsity Football coach for the 2025-2026 school year, Friday night at a special board meeting. In addition, he will serve as the Strength and Conditioning Coach and…
Read MoreMarion County Commission Approves Proclamations, Licenses, and Infrastructure Updates During March 17 Meeting
PALMYRA, Mo. — The Marion County Commission convened in regular session on Monday, March 17, 2025, at the courthouse in Palmyra, with Presiding Commissioner J. David Lomax, Eastern District Commissioner Larry Welch, Western District Commissioner Lacey Miller, and County Clerk Marla Meyers present. Commissioners reviewed and approved various claims, authorizing the clerk to issue warrants…
Read MorePalmyra R-1 Board Approves Staff Hires, Safety Plan, and Bond Project Updates
PALMYRA, Mo. — The Palmyra R-1 School Board met on March 11 to discuss school safety improvements, bond project progress, and staffing updates for the upcoming academic year. New Police Partnership to Enhance School SafetyPalmyra Police Chief Mike Baker introduced a revised security plan that will increase the police presence in district buildings. Officers will…
Read MorePalmyra Chamber Scholarship Applications Open
The Palmyra Chamber of Commerce will award two $1000 scholarships at this year’s Palmyra R-1 High School Awards Ceremony, May 13. One will be given to a senior who is college/university bound and another to a senior who plans to attend a technical school program. aEach scholarship has a separate application, tailored to a student’s…
Read MoreMarion County Commission Approves Payroll, Infrastructure Projects, and Broadband Expansion
PALMYRA, Mo. — The Marion County Commission met in regular session on March 10, 2025, at the courthouse in Palmyra, Missouri, to approve payroll, discuss infrastructure projects, and provide support for broadband expansion efforts. Commissioners J. David Lomax (presiding), Larry Welch (Eastern District), and Lacey Miller (Western District), along with County Clerk Marla Meyers, were…
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