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Homeowners, party’s host settle lawsuit
By Bethany CoadSpecial to the JournalTROY – The homeowners and host of a party preceding a 2023 two-car accident on that killed four people settled a wrongful death lawsuit last week filed by two parents.Thomas and Jennifer Neldon filed the lawsuit on behalf of their daughter, Rachael, who was killed by a drunk driver on…
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Groups put children’s heart health in the spotlight
By Stan SchwartzRecently, young athletes received heart screening at the Pike-Lincoln Technology Center.“It was a very special day that filled my heart in ways I can’t fully put into words,” said Billie Stahlschmidt.She is approaching the 20th anniversary of losing her son, DJ Chastain, who died after his heart stopped at a basketball practice in…
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Sports
Sights set high: Mauzy competing throughout Midwest
By Kim Jones Democrat Reporter A local young man is going places with his passion and determination for the game of golf. Rex Mauzy will be a senior at Elsberry High School this fall, but it is his play during the summer that is getting him the most notoriety. Almost six years ago Mauzy picked…