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Theresa Black
On a recent crisp winter’s morning, a Cessna Citation Sovereign and a Honda HA420 HondaJet shared space at the Wellington Municipal Airport.

County health department renovation comes in the wake of population growth, need to serve more patients
TROY - The Lincoln County Health Department is putting its space to good use.

‘Seemed like the natural thing to do’: Despite warnings, smoking still remains risky business
LINCOLN COUNTY - The health risks of smoking have been well documented and well known for many years — yet people still do it.

Harris is at the Helm of Palmer Library before Christmas
ELSBERRY - The book is closed on the first 34 years of the Palmer Library with the retirement of Sarah Hunt after being the head librarian since it opened. Turning the pages now is lifelong Elsberry resident Amie Harris. "I know I have some big shoes to fill", said Harris, "but I am excited and ready for the challenge." What Hunt has done at the library can't be matched, but Harris hopes to continue all the wonderful things Hunt has done and add some new stuff of her own.
Tis the season: Helping others in need
Giving back during the holiday season might be the best gift of all or at least a meaningful one. That is the idea behind the Annual Operation Christmas Shoes Event, based off the popular song "Christmas Shoes," highlighting the importance of helping others.
Families’ Despair Deepens after Zenk’s Release
The Christmas season is one typically associated with love, joy and goodwill to your fellow man.

“Life-changing redemptive moments”: Redemption Ranch aims to leave lasting impression
WINFIELD - A place of peace — from the outside, with its scenic view of rolling hills, trees, a creek, and lake in Winfield — Redemption Ranch is much more than solely serenity. It’s foundation is rooted in ministry and community.
Missouri judge strikes down abortion ban, but clinics say access remains blocked
A Missouri judge on Friday temporarily struck down several laws that Planned Parenthood clinics have said made access to abortion all but impossible across the state.
