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Sweet Victory, Soured Reign: Defrocked Rodeo Queen Sues Pageant
Winning a pageant is usually a crowning achievement and a stepping stone to something greater.
MDC-assisted garden at Wilder Museum in Mansfield receives honor
MANSFIELD, Mo. – If she were alive today, it is safe to say Laura Ingalls Wilder would approve of the recognition a special garden at her homeplace has received.
Local bank collects funds for backpack, book programs
ELSBERRY - Two valuable programs at Elsberry Schools are getting a financial boost from local bank First Mid.
Missouri lawmakers create pathway for free career-tech education
Missouri high school graduates may soon be able to attend career-certificate programs for free after state lawmakers passed a bill creating a reimbursement process for career and technical education.
Six-year-old girl survives multiple dog bites
EDITOR'S NOTE: This is the first of a two-part series about a dog attack injured a six-year-old Lincoln County girl, Kennedy Hudson. In next week’s issue, the Hudson family discuss their advocacy work on dog bites and attacks.
Local circuit court receives efficiency award
JEFFERSON CITY – The Missouri Supreme Court recently recognized the local circuit court for their efficiency in handling cases.
ECGA launches summer concert series
ELSBERRY - The Elsberry Community Growth Association kicked off the 8th Annual concert season on Saturday, with a large crowd enjoying Serapis. Vendors were on sight with items available, while families and the community enjoyed the free evening event.
Report: Missouri lagging behind in children's health
Missouri ranked in the bottom third of all states for children’s health, according to a report released Monday — due in part to a high rate of child and teen deaths.
Summer Reading Program Starts at Palmer Library
ELSBERY - The first Palmer Library summer reading program this past Saturday was a huge hit for young and old alike.
Elsberry FFA wins national grassland title
SPRINGFIELD - While many of the National FFA Contest teams compete at Nationals at the end of October, one particular contest team competes in early summer.