Loading ...
It wasn’t all that long ago that many residents and business owners of Elsberry thought this small community was the next big thing. With what seemed to be a growth in business and a main attraction for river tourist it would seem like nothing could stop the growth they were experiencing. When Elsberry was first established in August 1879, the construction of the first train depot intrigued many from towns
It wasn’t all that long ago that many residents and business owners of Elsberry thought this small community was the next big thing. With what seemed to be a growth in business and a main attraction for river tourist it would seem like nothing could stop the growth they were experiencing. When Elsberry was first established in August 1879, the construction of the first train depot intrigued many from towns
Tuesday, Jan. 10 was filled with plenty of surprises as the city held their monthly council meeting. As the meeting got underway, Alderman Bob Kindred proposed the idea of turning various flood buyout properties into bidding lease lots. Since nothing can be placed as a permanent fixture on these lots, due to a city grant, Kindred suggested that the city bids them out for anything from a storage area i.e.
Russell Faria, 41, of Troy, has been charged with the death of his wife, Elizabeth Faria. Elizabeth was found deceased at her home at the 100 block of Sumac Drive, Troy on Dec. 27, 2011 around 9:41 p.m. after her husband, Russell, called in the report. Police are still waiting on the official autopsy but it appears that Elizabeth suffered from several stab wounds “from a kitchen knife,” Prosecuting Attorney
Doing what they do, the Varsity Indians extended their winning streak to 11 in a row, after three blowout wins against Montgomery County, Louisiana and Bowling Green. The Indians visited Louisiana on Jan. 17 and won 70-32, by averaging 17.5 points a quarter. Guard Scott Kroeger, seemed to be on “fire” as he banked in 22 points, made six assists, three steals and two rebounds. Not too far behind was
After two road conference games, the Varsity Indians Basketball team bring their winning streak to eight, giving them a 10-1 record for the season. The boy’s played Bowling Green on Tuesday, Jan. 10 and pulled off a huge 68-40 win. However, that would not be all for the boy’s of red and white as just a few days later they took on Orchard Farms for another 59-44 victory. “We are
The last year and a half has been rough for the Lady Indians Basketball team, but after last weeks Clopton Tournament it seems as though the curse of the hoop may have been lifted. The Lady Indians played against Louisiana and Christian in last week’s tourney and beat both teams bringing home the consolation trophy. When the Lady Indians played Louisiana over the summer it would seem as though they
Kathryn Ricks was the guest of honor at a retirement open house held at the Palmer Library on Jan. 21. Ricks has worked with Elsberry’s Public library system for more than 40 years. She was instrumental in establishing the flourishing memorial book donation program on which the library depends for funding. She also worked to catalogue the book collection and establish a card catalogue system when the library was in
It was the Tuesday, Jan. 10 City Counsel Meeting that Elsberry Police Chief Robert Bodley said since he began his work as police chief he has wanted to find a way to recognize those officers that go above and beyond the duties. With approximately 12 years on the Elsberry force, Lieutenant Brian Jefferies received such a recognition as Bodley presented him with a Uniform Medal and a Community Service Award.
Robert Caleb Colbert, of Frankford, and Lindsey Michelle Penick, of Hannibal, were united in marriage in an outdoor wedding ceremony at Alpine Park and Gardens on the outskirts of Columbia, on June 11, 2011. The Rev. Dennis Swearngin of Olivet Christian Church in Columbia, performed the ceremony. The bride is the daughter of Ron Penick, of Trenton, Mr. and Mrs. Ron Johnson, of Cornville, AZ and the granddaughter of Mrs.
American Legion Auxiliary Unit 226 is sponsoring 2012 Americanism Essay contest for grades 3 through 12, divided into 5 classes. The Essay theme is: “How can I show my Patriotism in my Community?” The contest is broke down into five classes and is as follows: Class 1, third and fourth graders – 150-250 words. Class 2, fifth and sixth graders – 250-300 words. Class 3, seventh and eighth graders –
Terry Martin, commander of VFW Post 9064, was selected for recognition by the “Do Something Nice for Elsberry” program because of the work he does to help veterans throughout the area.
For many people who live in Missouri, winters are known to be crude, cold and downright vicious. Temperatures can drop to -10 overnight, snow can get higher than a grizzly bears waist and ice will turn the busiest road into a skate park for vehicles. However, what many may not know is the proper way to winterize themselves when the harsh storms come to the Show Me State. Missouri is
Loading ...
Doing what they do, the Varsity Indians extended their winning streak to
After two road conference games, the Varsity Indians Basketball team bring their
Kathryn Ricks was the guest of honor at a retirement open house
It was the Tuesday, Jan. 10 City Counsel Meeting that Elsberry Police