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Setzer Brings Energy, Experience to Knox County R-1 Elementary Leadership
When Sarah Setzer walks the halls of Knox County R-1 Elementary this fall, she won’t just be greeting students as their former Innovative Learning Specialist— she’ll be stepping into her new role as elementary principal. Setzer, 36, of Ewing, has spent her career weaving together classroom teaching, technology integration, and mentorship of young educators. Now,…
Read MoreKnox County Eagles Win Football Season Opener Highland Drops Opener At Mark Twain
By David Sharp Knox County (1-0) opened up a two point varsity eight man football contest with St. Paul Lutheran with a 30 point second period for a 70-34 win during August 29, 2026 home action. The Eagles scored two touchdowns during the final two minutes of the first half for a 36-20 halftime lead.…
Read MoreKnox County Court Cases – 9-3-25
Knox County Court Cases Compiled by Emily Bontrager, NEMOnews Media Group Information obtained from courts.mo.gov The following information is arranged as follows: filing date, case number, case title, case type, and, where applicable, charges filed, date, and arresting agency. Defendants facing criminal charges are presumed innocent unless proven guilty in court. 08/22/2025 – 704667198 –…
Read MoreEdina Man In Need Of A Kidney; Could You Be A Match?
By Emilie Rumble Born in June of 1980, Sam Stoner’s blood sugar has been taken at least four times a day since he was just a year old, and he has been on insulin since 1981. “My mother took great care of me as a kid,” said Stoner. Sam still works full-time, and the doctors…
Read MoreKnox County Court Cases – 8-27-25
Knox County Court Cases Compiled by Emily Bontrager, NEMOnews Media Group Information obtained from courts.mo.gov The following information is arranged as follows: filing date, case number, case title, case type, and, where applicable, charges filed, date, and arresting agency. Defendants facing criminal charges are presumed innocent unless proven guilty in court. 08/19/2025 – 25KN-PR00024 –…
Read MoreKnox City Baptist Church to Host 150th Anniversary Celebration
Knox City Baptist Church Submitted by Pastor Doug Wilson KNOX CITY, Mo. – Members of the Knox City Baptist Church plan to celebrate the church’s 150th anniversary on Sunday, Sept. 7, 2025. Pastor Doug Wilson said a special service is planned, with the Rev. Mike Wilson speaking during the morning worship service that begins…
Read MoreShuckin’ Good Time Planned for 2025 Knox County Corn Festival
By Echo Menges EDINA, Mo. — The 2025 Knox County Corn Festival will bring a “Shuckin’ Good Time” theme to downtown Edina with a full weekend of activities for all ages. The annual event is scheduled to begin Friday evening, Sept. 5, and conclude Sunday afternoon, Sept. 7. This year’s lineup of activities will…
Read MoreShow Your Quilts at the Corn Festival Quilt Show
2025 Corn Festival Quilt Show Raffle Quilt – Members of the Knox County Kut-Ups Quilt Club made this quilt to be raffled off at the end of the Corn Festival Quilt Show. Chances are being sold by club members and will be available at the Corn Festival Quilt Show to be held on Saturday, September…
Read MoreAvoid Scams and Bad Deals When Buying a Used Car
A quality used car can be a good investment, but beware of shady sellers, predatory loans Tariffs on vehicles and auto parts are expected to affect both new and used car markets in the coming months. For now, major auto companies have absorbed much of the impact on pricing, but uncertain market conditions could make…
Read MoreCommunity Foundation Awards More than $300,000 to Area Nonprofits
Pictured from Left to Right: Kent Embree (Community Foundation Program Officer), Pat Benson (Community Foundation Board Chair, Jared Niemeyer of Knox County (Special Olympics Missouri Athlete and Former Board Member), Brenda Niemeyer of Knox County (Special Olympics Missouri Representative), and Catherine Meckes (Community Foundation CEO). $305,881.67 distributed to advance quality of life in West Central…
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