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Doc Wiggins Marks 60 Years of Scotland County Veterinary Clinic
Dr. Larry “Doc” Wiggins, D.V.M., poses for a photo with visitors at the Scotland County Veterinary Clinic on Tuesday, June 10, 2025. Friends, clients and community members gathered throughout the day to celebrate Wiggins’ 60 years of veterinary service in Scotland County. Photo by Echo Menges By Echo Menges Dr. Larry Wiggins, D.V.M., better…
Read MoreO’Brien Brings BBB Consumer Topics to KMEM Coffee Break Morning Show
MEMPHIS – KMEM FM 100.5 out of Memphis is adding a monthly consumer protection segment with a regional Better Business Bureau office to its “Coffee Break” rotation. Award-winning KMEM host Corey Stott will talk about various consumer topics with Don O’Brien, the regional director of the Quincy Better Business Bureau. O’Brien will appear on the…
Read MoreStep Back in Time at McCabe’s Barbershop
Barber Tom McCabe is shown at McCabe's Barbershop in Edina. McCabe has been a barber for ten years and trained at the St. Charles Barber College. Photo by Echo Menges By Echo Menges Tom McCabe, 59, of Edina has taken on a new business venture by leasing the historic barbershop building once owned and…
Read MoreVolunteer Fire Assistance Matching Grant Benefits Area Fire Departments
Submitted by Ben Webster, Fire Program Supervisor, Missouri Department of Conservation Funding has been awarded for this year’s Volunteer Fire Assistance (VFA) Grants. EDINA RURAL FIRE DEPARTMENT will receive a matching grant of $4,610.00 to purchase $9,220.00 worth of the following equipment: (3) Minitor VI Pagers, (2) Rocky Boots, (2) Hoods, (2) Gloves, (2)…
Read MorePaul Scifres Named as New Principal of Highland Elementary School
The Lewis County C-1 School District is pleased to announce the appointment of Paul Scifres as the new Principal of Highland Elementary School, effective for the 2025-2026 school year. Mr. Scifres brings over 20 years of experience in education, including the past 8 years in administrative leadership at Highland Elementary, where he currently serves as…
Read MoreDemolition Fund Aims to Clear Way for Downtown Edina Growth
Scan this QR code with your smart phone camera to be taken to the Knox County Chamber of Commerce VENMO portal to donate to the Edina Demo Fund online. Donations are also being accepted at USB in Edina. By Echo Menges The Knox County Chamber of Commerce continues to accept donations toward the Edina Demolition…
Read MoreKnox County R-1 to Host Community Arts and Innovation Showcase on April 30
EDINA, Mo. – The Knox County R-1 School District invites families, friends and community members to its annual Arts and Innovation Showcase, taking place Tuesday, April 30, from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Knox County R-1 campus, located at 55701 Highway 6 East in Edina. This free, family-friendly event highlights the creativity, curiosity and talent…
Read MoreBringing Back the Smiles of Second Circuit Treatment Court Clients
Sage Ross is shown with Dr. Lisa Bosch, Knox County Dental technician Debra Snyder, and Treatment Court Administrator Jane Moore at KCD on Wednesday, April 2, 2025. The Second Circuit Treatment Court programs have been making a positive impact on the lives of the clients participating in the programs, going beyond standard treatment initiatives with…
Read MoreEdina Postmaster Chris Harrison Retires
Edina, Mo. – After nearly 39 years of service to local United States Postal Service offices, customers, and residents, Edina Postmaster Chris Harrison is retiring. Harrison, a well-known USPS staffer, spent his last day on the job at the Edina Post Office on Friday, Feb. 28, 2025. His official retirement date from USPS is expected…
Read MoreBaring Post Office Expected to Open Soon
Contractors worked on the Baring Post Office last week as anticipation of its reopening grew in the small town. The Edina Sentinel is awaiting official confirmation of the opening from the U.S. Postal Service and will report any updates as soon as they become available. The Baring Post Office has been closed since it was…
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