Bond issue support, DESE grant make ag. department renovation a reality

Last year, Tuscumbia school district patrons approved a bond issue for school improvement, with the first promised project the gymnasium refurbishment. This past summer, the gym floor was …

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Obituaries
Jason “Tiny” “Jammer” Struemph, 50
Jason “Tiny” “Jammer” Struemph, 50, of St. Elizabeth, died Thursday, Oct. 15, 2026. He was born on September 26, 1976, the son of Lawrence and the late Evelyn (Veit) Struemph. Mr. …
James Leroy Connell, 91,
James Leroy Connell, 91, of Eldon, died Tuesday, Oct, 13, 2026, at Heisinger Bluffs Living Community in Jefferson City.   He was born   June 4, 1935, in Eugene, a son of the late James …
Janice Nadine (Haugen) Robinette, 81,
Janice Nadine (Haugen) Robinette, 81, of Ulman, died Sunday, Oct. 11, 2026, at St. Elizabeth Care Center.   She was born March 25, 1945, in Duluth, Minn., a daughter of the late Howard and Inga …
Karla Denise (Thorson) Gier, 61
Karla Denise (Thorson) Gier, 61, was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, daughter, sister, and friend whose life was defined by her unwavering faith in Jesus Christ, kindness, and selfless love for …
Dr. Frank Hite Calhoon, 76
Fank Hite Calhoon, Doctor of Chiropractic Medicine, was born in Belleville, Kan. Sept 29, 1949. He died unexpectedly Sept. 30, 2026. He was preceded in death by his parents, Nathan Moore Calhoon and …
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Wednesday, Oct. 14 – Beef or chicken liver/OR chicken tenders, biscuit, mashed potatoes, gravy, green beans/onions, fruit, milk. Thursday, Oct. 15 – Oven fried chicken, roll, mashed …

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Sports
The Iberia softball Rangers won their seventh consecutive Frisco League Softball tournament championship Sept. 3, Members of the team are, from left, front row: Kya Yoakum, Kily McElroy, Makenna Shelton, Jaylyn Piggott and Katie Pryor; middle row: Paylyn DeVore, Brooklyn Moulder, Prezlie Fritchey, Journi Vail, Harlee Luttrell, Eva Duncan and Honey Mayhew; back row: Ansley Martin, Alaina England, Natyli Wilson, Adalyn Duncan, Lilly McComb, Brooklynn Baxter, Payson Duncan and Tenley Meredith.
Softball Rangers wins Frisco League Tourney
Perhaps the third certainty in life, following death and taxes, is the Iberia Lady Rangers winning the Frisco League Softball Tournament. The Lady Rangers continued their dominance in the event, …
Mustangs struggle in 28-0 loss
It was not a good day at the office for the Eldon football Mustangs as the Versailles Tigers posted a 28-0 win Friday, Sept. 4, at Eldon . Mistakes and turnovers marred much of the first half. …
History
Clem and Martha Bax Berendzen
MILLER COUNTY HISTORY
Clem & Martha Berendzen by Joe Pryor Nov. 2, 2009 Several weeks ago The Miller County Historical Society Museum had a delightful visit with the Berendzen sisters. They went to donate …
MILLER COUNTY HISTORY
The flood of 1943 The flood of 1943 destroyed homes and businesses all along the Osage River. At Bagnell Dam the battle to save the power plant drew hundreds of volunteers. “By May 1943, …
Oh, if those limbs could talk! - Trail tree, or marker or thong tree, in northern Miller County. Indians bent and tied white oak saplings with thongs to train their growth in the direction of springs and other features. A sapling from that era would likely have a circumference of at least 100 inches today. They are the silent witnesses to the history of Miller County.
MILLER COUNTY HISTORY
The Harmony Mission Trace “An Osage trail led from Western Missouri to the mouth of the Osage River, later replaced by the old Harmony Mission Trace. An Osage-Shawnee trail crossed the Osage …
Opinion
GINNY’S GLIMPSES
Currently, Missouri is in the last month of traditional Daylight Saving Time, scheduled to "fall back" Nov. 1. Those of us who are up early know that at 7 a.m, it's still very dark. There is a …
GINNY’S GLIMPSES
Flock cameras and data centers are all over the news. Missouri Gov. Mike Kehoe issued an order that taverns some license plate reader cameras in the state, but not all of them. It's …
GINNY’S GLIMPSES
Missouri voters are being treated like dirt by Missouri politicians. If you watch or read any local news at all you have heard about the two maps for congressional representation Missourians have …
Neighborhood News

Rush crowned MU Homecoming king

Austin Rush was crowned University of Missouri-Columbia Homecoming King Saturday, Oct. 3 at Memorial Stadium in Columbia. Rush, a 2023 Eldon High School graduate, is a senior nursing student and …

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Government

Eldon council awards paving bid

The Eldon City Council Tuesday, Sept. 22 awarded bids for paving streets, relining sewer manholes and lines and approved entering into a contract with Katelyn Skinner of LO Environmental LLC to …

Eldon sales tax up slightly for the year

Bolstered by increases in use tax and fire   tax revenues, Eldon sales tax revenues stand two percent higher than 2025 numbers. Meanwhile at the county level, sales tax revenues are up …

Federal court says use 2025 map for general election

The ping pong game between the 2022 and 2025 Missouri Congressional District maps has taken yet another turn. With absentee voting underway and ballots mailed out based on the 2022 map, a …
Web extra content
Tips for getting a loan with no credit
OneMain Financial reports tips for securing a loan with no credit history, suggesting options like secured loans, cosigned loans, family loans, and 401(k) loans.
7 proven acne treatments for teens
Honeydew reports on 7 effective acne treatments for teens, including options like low-dose Accutane, tretinoin, and benzoyl peroxide, tailored to individual needs.
A baker’s surprising ingredient: Mayonnaise
Hellmann's reports that mayonnaise can enhance baking by replacing eggs, oil, or butter, adding moisture and rich flavor while ensuring tender textures in cakes, cookies, and breads.
Online career training is growing – does it work?
The Hechinger Report reports on the growth of online career training programs, noting varied student experiences and concerns about their effectiveness and oversight.
Small businesses are set to capture a record $118 billion this holiday season
Intuit QuickBooks reports small businesses are set to capture $118 billion this holiday season, with consumers planning to spend $278 billion, highlighting a rise in support for small businesses amid varying shopper concerns.
6 ways to plan fall and holiday travel after the hottest summer on record
Vogo reports that over 70% of U.S. travelers plan to adjust their fall and holiday trips to avoid extreme heat, focusing on cooler destinations and budgeting for comfort.
Survey: 56% of Americans have never missed a payment, but 54% still haven’t cut their debt
Lexington Law reports that despite record $18.8 trillion in household debt, 56% of Americans never missed a payment, though 54% made no debt progress last year.
Self-Employed and Can’t Get a Mortgage? The Loan Type May Be the Problem
Many self-employed borrowers who are told they do not qualify for a mortgage are not actually unqualified. They are applying through a loan type that measures income in a way that works against them. …
Massachusetts Appraisal Rules Change in November. Buyers Who Wait to Prepare Will Lose Deals.
Most Massachusetts homebuyers will not think about new appraisal rules until those rules delay their closing. By then, according to Colleen Barry of Gibson Sotheby’s International Realty, the …
A Seller’s Strongest Negotiating Position in Fairfield County, CT Starts Before the First Showing
The Fairfield County, Connecticut housing market heading into fall 2026 doesn’t fit neatly into a single headline. Some homes are drawing multiple offers above asking. Others, in the same county …