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LaBelle Standoff Ends With Barricaded Subject Killed by Police
Officer Involved Shooting In LaBelle, Missouri Missouri State Highway Patrol Press Release On December 20, 2024, at approximately 2:54 p.m., the Lewis County Sheriff’s Office requested assistance from the Missouri State Highway Patrol regarding a barricaded subject at a residence in LaBelle, Missouri. The preliminary investigation revealed a female was allegedly assaulted and held against…
Read MoreWreaths Across America Under New Leadership Committee in 2025
Submitted by Crystal Murr We are proud to announce that a new committee, Knox County Wreaths Across America, has adopted the Wreaths Across America community service project, and will continue honoring those who have served in Knox County, beginning in the new year. “After reading about the retirement of the Novelty Senior Center ladies, who…
Read MoreChristmas Extravaganza Held on Small Business Saturday
By Echo Menges The annual Knox County Chamber of Commerce Christmas Extravaganza was held on Small Business Saturday, November 30, 2024, in Edina. The event attracted area vendors and shoppers alike to kick off the holiday shopping season and encourage patronizing local businesses throughout Knox County. In years past, the event was known as “Shop…
Read MoreLocal FFA Members Awarded National American FFA Degree
Submitted by Becca (Mallett) Dobrinske Knox County Agriculture Instructor/FFA Advisor INDIANAPOLIS – Each year, the National FFA Organization honors FFA members who show the utmost dedication to the organization through their desire to develop their potential for premier leadership, personal growth, and career success through agricultural education. The American FFA Degree is bestowed upon a…
Read MoreShop Local: Small Business Saturday Kicks Off Holiday Season in Knox County
By Echo Menges The Knox County Chamber of Commerce is preparing for this year’s Small Business Saturday Christmas Extravaganza, which will be held in Edina on Saturday, Nov. 30, over Thanksgiving weekend. The annual event will offer a variety of activities, including a gift fair at the Knox County Community Center, a visit from Santa…
Read MoreHighland Lady Cougars Win Class 2 Softball State Championship
By David Sharp “There are definitely some emotions here,” Highland senior Haleigh Winter said after being part of the Lady Cougars winning their second Class 2 Softball State Championship in school history with a 4-1 victory over Mid- Buchanan on November 2, 2024 at Springfield, Mo. Highland’s previous state softball title was the final game…
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Ruggles Avoids Murder Charge in Plea Agreement, Sentenced to 30 Years in Prison
By Echo Menges Wesley Ruggles, 42, has pleaded guilty to four of eleven criminal charges avoiding the most serious charges against him including a charge of murder in the second degree, and a charge of arson in the first degree after being accused of murdering Knox County native Ray Tripp in rural Knox City on…
Read MoreHighland Wins District Softball Championship
By David Sharp Keera Rothweiler hit a Highland grand slam first inning homer and Addy Abell followed with another opening inning long ball, powering Highland (24-6) to a 15-0, three inning win over Monroe City in the Class 2, District 5 Championship game at Highland. Abby Lay hit a solo third inning home run. Keera…
Read MorePrestigious Honor For Knox County Native
Submitted By Janet Baker, Shepherds Center Larry Moore, a native of Knox County has been presented the prestigious Elbert Cole Lifetime Achievement Award for his dedication to community volunteer work and to his professional work of nearly fifty years as chief news anchor and editor for KMBC-TV in Kansas City, Missouri. The honor was presented…
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