Newsletter Early Week
Elsberry Welcomes New Board Members
ELSBERRY - Along with every election comes the swearing in of the newly elected officials.
Elsberry FFA Opens Trap Range
ELSBERRY - Many opportunities are available through the Future Farmers of America program at schools across the nation, Elsberry Schools program is no different. The Elsberry FFA Alumni and Parent Association is pleased to announce the chapter will now be known for a unique opportunity for Elsberry members, practice for the trap shooting teams will be held on their own field.
Elsberry-Silex Soccer Finish First at Tournament
MOBERLY - The Elsberry-Silex girls soccer team made a name for themselves this past weekend after winning all three of their games at the Lady Spartan Invitational hosted by Moberly High School, putting their record at 6-1-1 on the season.
On the move: New Walking Club Forms
LINCOLN COUNTY - The steps and the social interaction of are of equal measure for Lincoln County Wellness Walkers, a new walking club that began earlier this month and aims to help people be their healthiest.“Part of my vision was to form a community of individuals who can motivate and encourage each other into wellness, social connection, and safety,” said Shannon Burkemper, chief medical officer for the Lincoln County Ambulance District. “We hope to have guest walkers who will come out to answer questions, demonstrate, and possibly provide feedback.”The new club is for people of all ages and meets every Tuesday regardless of walking status — be it a beginner, intermediate, or expert walker.
Case Sentenced to Prison in DWI Death
BOWLING GREEN – It might have been a Saturday morning, but the bank officer came in anyway to meet with Steven and Donna Tucker.July 8, 2023 was an important day for the Tuckers. They signed the loan documents that morning allowing them to buy a home next door to Donna’s aging father.
EHCC Director Retires After 30 Years
ELSBERRY - All good things must come to an end.
EHS Players Earn Postseason Honors
ELSBERRY - Several Elsberry boys and girls' basketball players recently were named to all conference and all district postseason teams.
Mother Nature Wreaks Havoc in Elsberry
ELSBERRY - Elsberry was not exempt from Mother Nature’s wrath these last two weeks.
Local Impact of Tariffs Remains Minimal
LINCOLN COUNTY - In a trade fight that keeps escalating and the potential of a looming financial crisis, one phrase remains synonymous: wait and see.In the two months of President Donald Trump’s second term, tariffs, a charge or tax by a government or a country on imports of goods, has been a constant conversation topic. Earlier this month though, the concern of tariffs skyrocketed when on March 4, Trump issued 25 percent tariffs on Canada and Mexico.
Citizens Silenced by Council
ELSBERRY - There always seems to be a controversial topic at the Elsberry Board of Aldermen meeting, and the March meeting was no different.