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Fast Start Lifts Monroe City Past Palmyra in Class 3 District 6 Final
MONROE CITY — The noise inside Monroe City’s gym Saturday afternoon wasn’t just loud —it was deafening. A packed house, split in black and orange, created a championship atmosphere as top-seeded Palmyra faced second-seeded Monroe City in the Class 3 District 6 boys title game. The pace was fast, the game was physical, and every…
Read MorePalmyra High School Drama Club to Present “Fast Food” Comedy March 6-7
PALMYRA, Mo. — The Palmyra High School Drama Club will dish up a serving of comedy and chaos next week with its production of Fast Food by Tracy Wells. The one-act play offers a fast-paced and humorous look at life behind the counter of “Burgers R Us,” where overworked and underpaid employees juggle demanding customers,…
Read MoreTax changes to senior income, car loan interest for 2025–28
COLUMBIA, Mo. — New federal tax changes will affect some seniors and car buyers beginning in the 2025 tax year, providing potential deductions on income for seniors and certain vehicle purchases, according to Andrew Zumwalt, director of the University of Missouri’s Personal Financial Planning program. Deduction for filers 65 and older For taxpayers age 65…
Read MoreAuditor Fitzpatrick releases compilation of Criminal Activity Forfeiture Act (CAFA) Seizure Reports for 2025
State Auditor’s report shows $13,730 in total forfeiture activity across two Northeast Missouri counties; others report none JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (February 27, 2026) — Missouri State Auditor Scott Fitzpatrick today released a compilation of property seizures made under Missouri’s Criminal Activity Forfeiture Act (CAFA) during calendar year 2025. The report shows law enforcement officials seized…
Read MorePalmyra FFA Celebrates National FFA Week with Full Slate of Activities
PALMYRA, Mo. — The Palmyra High School FFA Chapter is gearing up for a full week of fun, fellowship and agricultural pride as members celebrate National FFA Week. The annual celebration highlights agricultural education and the opportunities FFA provides for leadership development, career preparation and community service. Throughout the week, Palmyra FFA members will take part in special events designed to strengthen chapter unity and connect with the community. Planned activities include: Monday: FFA Members Bowling Day Tuesday: FFA Members Movie Night Wednesday: FFA Member Luncheon Day Thursday: Appreciation Breakfast (open to the community from 6–8 a.m. in the Palmyra…
Read MoreLady Panther Wrestling Duo Ends Seasons At Districts
By Will Johnson SPECIAL TO THE PALMYRA SPECTATOR Mexico, Mo. — Dalton’s Huffman’s Palmyra Lady Panther wrestling duo of freshman Morgan Pillars and senior Janie Triplett entered the Missouri State High School Activities Association (MSHSAA) Class 1, District 2 Wrestling Tournament hosted by Mexico High School looking to extend their season through the rest of the month of February. Pillars competed for the Lady Panthers at 120 pounds and while Triplett looked to end her Lady Panther wrestling career as a state qualifier at 130 pounds. Drawing a bye to the second round of the championship bracket, Pillars was matched…
Read MoreApplications for Missouri Century Farms open Feb. 1
COLUMBIA, Mo. – If your farm has been in your family since Dec. 31, 1926, you can apply to have it recognized as a Missouri Century Farm. The University of Missouri College of Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources, MU Extension Ag and Environment team and Missouri Farm Bureau sponsor the program. Applications to be recognized as a 2026 Missouri Century Farm open Feb. 1. Deadline is May 1. To qualify, the same family must have owned the farm for 100 consecutive years. The line of ownership from the original settler or buyer may be through children, grandchildren, siblings and nephews…
Read MorePalmyra Dominates Field, Captures Tony Lenzini Tournament Championship
PALMYRA — Palmyra delivered a complete performance across three games to claim the Tony Lenzini Boys Basketball Tournament championship, opening with a lopsided win over Clark County, cruising past Van-Far in the semifinals, and closing the week with a hard-fought 44-33 victory over Monroe City Saturday night on its home floor. The Panthers combined defensive pressure, balanced scoring, and depth throughout the tournament, improving with each game and pulling away late when it mattered most. First Round: Palmyra 54, Clark County 14 Palmyra wasted little time establishing control in its tournament opener Tuesday, jumping out to an early lead and…
Read MorePalmyra Students Selected for Missouri All-State Children’s Choir
The Missouri Music Educators Association has announced the selection of Palmyra R-1 fourth and fifth grade students Delainey Yackley and Charlotte Crist to the sixth annual Missouri All- State Children’s Choir. Delainey is the fourth grade daughter of Austin and Joanna Yackley of Taylor, Missouri. She enjoys reading, playing softball, singing, and spending time with family and friends. She participates in Junior Singers and the Taylor 4-H Club. Delainey hopes to become a teacher. Charlotte is the fifth grade daughter of Ali and Beau Crist of Palmyra, Missouri. She enjoys singing, drawing, playing basketball, and spending time with family and…
Read MoreNominations Open for Gaber Founder’s Award for Excellence at Hospice of Northeast Missouri
Nominations are now open for the Gaber Founder’s Award for Excellence. The award was established in 2023 thanks to the generous donation by Drs. Ron and Elsie Gaber of Kirksville to the Hannibal Regional Foundation to support hospice services in northeast Missouri. The endowment created assists in recognizing hospice care workers and volunteers who go above and beyond in their service to hospice care and the patients of Hospice of Northeast Missouri. Nominations for this prestigious award are accepted for both hospice team members as well as volunteers. Nominations are open until March 9, 2026 and the nomination form can…
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