Newsletter Early Week
Collins Construction Forms a Family Legacy
ELSBERRY - One could probably list on one hand the Elsberry residents that not only invested their personal life here, but their business life, as well, in Elsberry for over 50 years.
Elsberry-Silex Soccer Ranked No. 3 in State
ELSBERRY - In what's being described as the greatest season in school history, the Elsberry-Silex girls soccer recently made a name for themselves as the team was ranked third in Class 1 Missouri Soccer Power Ratings. Coach Chris White had this to say about the recent announcement, “I am so proud of these girls! Coming from two different schools, getting to know each other and becoming friends/teammates.
Steele Sets Strikeout Record
UNION - Addyson Steele, a 2023 graduate of Elsberry High School and softball standout continued not only her education at East Central Community College in Union, but her softball career at the DII NJCAA college. As an EHS Diamond Lady Indian, Steele was dominating on the mound tallying over 425 strikeouts in high school and instrumental in the success of the team, and has been equally dominating at the next level Last week at an ECC game, Steele broke the school career strikeout record that has stood since 2006.
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.