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Stay Safe This Fourth of July Season
State Fire Marshal cautions Missourians to put safety first as seasonal retailers prepare to sell fireworks across the state Seasonal retailers may legally sell fireworks in Missouri from June 20 to July 10 Submitted by Mike O’Connell, Communications Director, Missouri Department of Public Safety JEFFERSON CITY – As Missourians begin plans and preparations for July…
Read MoreRutledge Restaurant Hosts Edina Red Hats
By Karen Hall A rainy day (June 18) did not keep ladies from dining at Zimmerman’s and enjoying a delicious roast beef dinner along with pie. Those attending were guests from Reva Hustead, Neva L. Phillips, Lori Overstreet Pantaleo, Leeann Overstreet Johnson, and members: Mary Ann Jackson, Mary Woods, Ruth Tague, Nancy Platz, Nancy…
Read MorePondering
By Janice Weiland The Way of the Cross Leads Home My husband and I took a little trip to Keokuk, Iowa, one beautiful Sunday afternoon. After my husband fed some geese down by the river which he dearly loves to do, we went to Dollar Tree and then Walmart to shop. Then, on…
Read MoreMuddy River Opera to Present Verdi Tribute at JWCC Featuring Lisa Blake
Lisa Blake QUINCY, Ill. — The Muddy River Opera Company will present Veni Vidi Verdi, a tribute concert celebrating the iconic works of Italian opera composer Giuseppe Verdi, on Saturday, June 28 at 7 p.m. The performance will take place at John Wood Community College’s Mary Ellen Orr Auditorium, located at 1301 South 48th…
Read MoreLetter to the Editor
Have School Reunions Gone By The Wayside? Submitted by Lois Hunziker Knox City, MO 63446 Now that people can easily stay in touch with former schoolmates via social media these days, it has been said that school reunions are no longer necessary. However, those who attended Baring Elementary and High Schools might disagree. This year…
Read MoreKnox County R-1 Seeks Applicants for Board of Education Vacancy
EDINA, Mo. — The Knox County R-1 School District is now accepting applications to fill a vacancy on its Board of Education. The individual selected will serve until the next annual school election. Applications are available at the Knox County R-1 Central Office and may also be requested via email. Completed applications must be submitted…
Read MoreDoc 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 MoreWhat You Should Know About Setting Off Fireworks in Edina
Planning to light up the sky this summer? If you’re in Edina, Missouri, there are some important rules to follow before striking a match. The city has a fireworks ordinance that outlines exactly when—and how—you can celebrate with fireworks outlined in Ordinance No. 641, passed in 2002, and are designed to keep residents safe during holiday…
Read MoreAI Brings New Risks to Being Scammed
By Don O’Brien You might have heard of phone calls where a scammer pretends to be someone from your bank, tech support or a government agency. But what happens when you get a scam call that seems like it’s from someone you know? Emergency scams, sometimes called grandparent scams, take advantage of a person’s…
Read MoreKnox County Republican Committee to Host Lincoln Days Celebration
EDINA, Mo. — Knox County Republicans are set to host their annual Lincoln Days event on Saturday, June 28, 2025, at the Knox County Community Center in Edina. The gathering will feature appetizers from 2 to 4 p.m., followed by a full lineup of speakers and guests as part of the afternoon’s program. Headlining the…
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