Area News
Palmyra Lady Panthers Look Ahead to Districts After Tough Loss to Highland
By David Sharp The Palmyra Lady Panthers (13-11) wrapped up their regular season with a hard-fought battle against long-time rival Highland but ultimately fell short in a 51-24 defeat on February 21, 2025, in Clarence Cannon Conference action. Palmyra started strong, taking a slim 6-5 lead after the first quarter. However, offensive struggles in the…
Read MorePalmyra Improves to 3-0 in CCC with Win at South Shelby
By Mark Requet The Palmyra Panthers secured a commanding 53-44 victory over the South Shelby Cardinals on Friday, February 7, 2025, at South Shelby High School. With this win, the Panthers advanced to a 3-0 record in the Clarence Cannon Conference, fueled by standout performances from Mason Smith, Hudson Bock, and Luke Sheppard. Hudson Bock…
Read MorePalmyra Sophomore Advances to State Finals in Oratorical Contest
Palmyra High School sophomore Tess Lehman will compete in the state finals of the American Legion High School Oratorical Scholarship Program on Feb. 23. Tess began her journey in November by winning the high school contest and has since competed and won the county, district, and zone contests to advance to the state finals. Her…
Read MoreNortheast Missouri Superintendents React to Governor Kehoe’s Education Proposals
By Mike Scott NEMOnews Media Group This is part 2 of a 2-part series on Governor Mike Kehoe’s education proposals. Following Missouri Gov. Mike Kehoe’s 2025 State of the State address, in which he outlined record-high investments in K-12 education, school choice expansion, and an overhaul of the state’s funding formula, local superintendents are weighing…
Read MoreLewis and Marion County Cattlemen to Host Cattlemen’s Banquet
Banquet to raise money for local scholarships; all area cattle producers and friends of the industry invited to attend (Palmyra, Mo.) – Members of the Lewis and Marion County Cattlemen’s Association are raising money for local scholarships and are offering a tasty way for people to help add to the scholarship fund. The association is…
Read MoreMissouri Governor Mike Kehoe Outlines Bold Education Proposals in 2025 State of the State Address
By Mike Scott NEMOnews Media Group Missouri Gov. Mike Kehoe unveiled a sweeping set of education proposals in his 2025 State of the State address, emphasizing record investments in K-12 education, increased school choice, and a call for modernization of the state’s school funding formula. Kehoe’s vision prioritizes strengthening public schools while expanding educational options…
Read MoreMissouri Sunshine Law Training Draws Large Crowds in Edina and Palmyra
By Echo Menges NEMOnews Media Group Wednesday, January 29, was a great day for local government transparency in northeast Missouri, as two free Missouri Sunshine Law training programs were held in northeast Missouri. More than 125 local government officials, public board members, and members of the public attended one of the two training programs, which…
Read MoreSwift Response Averts Disaster: HazMat Incident at Hannibal Truck Stop
On the chilly morning of January 22, 2025, a potential disaster was narrowly avoided near Hannibal, Missouri, thanks to quick action and efficient coordination among local emergency teams. An ethanol tanker, carrying 3,000 gallons of the highly flammable liquid, encountered a mechanical failure with its tractor while en route. The driver, aiming for a quick…
Read MoreMarion County Commission Advances Infrastructure Projects, Installs Officials, and Honors Retiring Commissioner
PALMYRA, Mo. — The Marion County Commission addressed a wide range of financial, operational, and administrative matters in its Dec. 27, 2024, and Jan. 13, 2025, meetings, including approving funding allocations, infrastructure plans, and appointments, while honoring retiring Western District Commissioner Steve Begley for nearly five decades of service. December 27 Meeting Highlights: ARPA Fund…
Read MorePanthers Settle for Second Place at Tony Lenzini Tournament
Palmyra, MO — The Palmyra Panthers showcased grit and determination during the Tony Lenzini Tournament, ultimately falling short in the championship game against Monroe City. The tournament, which began on January 20, highlighted the Panthers’ ability to dominate opponents before a valiant effort in the final round. First Round: Panthers Overpower Highland Cougars Palmyra opened…
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