March 13, 2025

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  • Have I Got A Line For You!

    Thursday, March 13

    Walking over to the Courthouse this morning, I noticed a few blades of green grass poking through. The first day of spring is next Thursday and it won’t be long until the lake is full of …

  • Get To Know Clinton, MO - Rachel Davis

    Thursday, March 13

    Name: Rachel Davis. Birthplace: Kansas City, KS. Years in Clinton: 3 months. Family: Husband and 1 daughter. The best thing about living in Clinton is: It’s quiet. …

  • Word On The Street

    Thursday, March 13

    Are you going anywhere for spring break? Not really, I might go shopping in the city. -Nikki Olson Not this year. -Brittany Rogers I'm going to Branson with my cousins. …

  • Henry County Retired Teachers Meet

    Thursday, March 13

    The Henry County Missouri Retired Teachers met on February 27 at the Clinton Methodist Church. The program was given by Carmen Rathert and Brittany Hendrick of the Pediatric Place (pictured) which …

  • Time Marches On: LeeAnn Marcase To Highlight CWC St. Patrick's Day Lunch

    Thursday, March 13

    March brings the celebration of St. Patrick, a fifth-century missionary who was captured and taken to Ireland as a slave when he was 16. But LeeAnn Marcase, the speaker for the Christian …

  • GVMH Announces Wray As March Employee Of The Month

    Thursday, March 13

    Golden Valley Memorial Healthcare (GVMH) is pleased to announce that Skyla Wray is the March Employee of the Month. Wray has been an employee of GVMH since 2008. She started as a Medical Records …

  • HCL To Welcome Special Guest At Storytime

    Thursday, March 13

    The Henry County Library is pleased to announce that local author Tanya Cooper will be a special guest at Storytime in Clinton on Tuesday, March 18th, at 10:30 a.m. and in Windsor on Thursday, March …

  • Anna Lucille Stewart

    Thursday, March 13

    Anna Lucille Stewart, (Lucille) 92, beloved Mother, Grandmother, Great Grandmother, Great-Great Grandmother, Sister, Aunt and cherished friend, passed away peacefully on Monday, February 3, 2025 in …

  • Manueal Mark "Manny" Corrales

    Thursday, March 13

    Manual Mark “Manny” Corrales, September 7, 1956 - January 29, 2025. Manual passed away at Sunrise Hospital in Las Vegas as a result of a traumatic brain injury from a fall at his home. He …

  • Church News

    Thursday, March 13

    Calhoun Community Church Greetings from Calhoun Community Church where everyone is somebody and Jesus Christ is Lord. We are located on the southeast corner of the Calhoun square. We are a …

  • Henry County Sheriff's Report

    Thursday, March 13

    Henry County Sheriff’s Office 02/07/2025 to 02/13/2025 Sheriff Aaron N. Brown reports the following arrests and incidents for the week of February 7, 2025, to February 13, 2025: February …

  • REVIEWing The Past

    Thursday, March 13

    75 Years Ago: Transatlantic Travel by Steamship In the past month, national news media reported that the SS United States, the fastest ocean liner to cross the Atlantic, was headed to the Gulf Coast …

  • Down On The Creek

    Thursday, March 13

    Ride a Good Horse to Death Neither snow, nor rain, nor heat, nor gloom of night, stays these couriers from the swift completion of their appointed rounds. Thus reads the inscription on the …

  • Lady Cardinals Season Ends In District Semi Loss

    Thursday, March 13

    The Clinton girls led top seeded Notre Dame de Sion after three quarters of play, 42-36 but a 16-4 deficit in the final frame ended the Lady Cardinals season in the semifinals of the Class 4 District …

  • Greyhounds Gear Up For Spring Sports Seasons

    Thursday, March 13

    Windsor Preseason Sports Reports The Windsor High spring sports started practices last week. With varying conditions of weather the softball, baseball, track & field and golf all started …

  • Home Run For The Future Campaign Rounds Third

    Thursday, March 13

    The Home Run for the Future campaign is rounding third with LESS THAN 25% TO GO! Thanks to the incredible support from our community, we’re closer than ever to making our dream of a softball …

  • Clinton's Williamson Taking Talents To MCC

    Thursday, March 13

    KYLIE WILLIAMSON officially signed her letter of intent on Wednesday, February 26, to play soccer at Metropolitan Community College in Kansas City. With her on her signing day, among other family and …

  • Lady Cards Wilson Inks To Play At Johnson County

    Thursday, March 13

    SKYTE WILSON signed her letter of intent to continue her basketball playing career at Johnson County Community College. After an illustrious career for Clinton where she set many single season and …

  • CCA Class Of 2025 To Host Fundraiser

    Thursday, March 13

    The CCA Class of 2025 is raising money for their senior trip with a BIG YARD SALE! This will be at the Clinton First Baptist Church DOWNTOWN LOCATION 209 E. Jefferson Street. Friday, March 14th from …

  • CCA Patriot Honor Society Gives Back

    Thursday, March 13

    Clinton Christian Academy’s chapter of Patriot Honor Society is an organization with four key pillars that student members must possess. These qualities include Scholarship, Leadership, …

  • HCSWCD Presents Scholarship Winner

    Thursday, March 13

    The Henry County Soil and Water Conservation District’s (SWCD) Scholarship winner for 2025 was announced at the SWCD Open house breakfast on March 6, this year the $1000 scholarship went to …

  • Davis R-XII Completes Successful Pop Tab Drive

    Thursday, March 13

    Davis R-XII students recently celebrated their successful pop tab drive for the Ronald McDonald House Charities. Seventh and eighth grades students spearheaded the community service activity for the …

  • SHS Announces Students Of The Month

    Thursday, March 13

    Sherwood presents the High School Students Of The Month: Zara Zanchettin, Jacob Mueller, Logan Mueller and Keeleigh Matteson.

  • Sherwood Band Competes At Districts

    Thursday, March 13

    Congratulations to the Sherwood Band who competed at Districts! Events Earning Gold: Flute Solo - Talia Norris, Bari Sax Solo - Jacob Mueller, Tuba Solo - Jordan Harms, Trombone Trio - Raymond …

  • The Little Apple

    Thursday, March 13

    March 5, 2025 St. Clair County Quilt Guild will sponsor a second Quilters and Crafters Day Out 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. March 22 at the Lowry City Community Center, 406 W. 4th St. There will be vendors, …

  • The Shepherd Calls

    Thursday, March 13

    Getting to Know Him Ninth in Series Giving Secrets Jesus said, “When you give to the needy, do not let your left hand know what your right hand is doing.” Those words sound …

  • City Council Receives Snow Storm Report

    Thursday, March 13

    On March 4, 2025 at 6 PM, The city council held their regular scheduled meeting, all in attendance were: Gary Mount, Roger house, Christy Maggi, Carla Moberly, Wendy Seaton, Cameron Jackson, Austin …

  • Fly Workshop Teaches Topwater Bait Making

    Thursday, March 13

    When most people think of fly fishing, they think of it in terms of trout. But last weekend’s Bass Popper tying workshop, held by the Tri-Lakes Fly Fishers, was all about tying a popper for …

  • Fire Department Fundraiser Is About Safety Skills For Citizens

    Thursday, March 13

    The fire department is holding a fundraiser to collect money for the fire safety program, the fire department brings fire safety to the schools, to the children and to the community as a whole. If …

  • Clinton Parks & Recreation Sees Sizzling Season Ahead!

    Thursday, March 13

    Physical activity, classes, training, wellness checks and entertainment are provided all year by the City of Clinton, Parks and Recreation Center. Under its wing is the Benson Convention and EXPO …

  • March 13, 2025

    Thursday, March 13

  • Ozark Foodie

    Thursday, March 13

    This skunk smell recipe has been published before, but it's worth having it in your back pocket because it works. And spring is coming and so are the skunks! Skunk Stink Remover Recipe • 1 …

  • Letter To The Editor

    Thursday, March 13

    Dear Editor, For the first time in years I’m excited about our country! We have Donald Trump back as President, J.D. Vance as VP and now we have DOGE and Elon Musk! How refreshing! Now …

  • Logue Makes Announcement Of All-Benton County Basketball Teams

    Thursday, March 13

    Well, here we are for another year. My criteria for choosing the All-Benton County basketball teams comes down to a variety of options and opinions. We look at the statistics, plus a variety of other …

  • 'Cats Named To 2024-25 All-OHC Lists

    Thursday, March 13

    Members of this year's Warsaw basketball teams are beginning to see post-season honors roll in, including that of the Ozark Highlands Conference where the boys placed 5 on respective teams and the …

  • Meet The People Of Benton County - Tyler Richardson

    Thursday, March 13

    NAME: Tyler Richardson BIRTHPLACE: Springfield, MO YEARS IN BENTON COUNTY: 14 years FAMILY: Wife, Laura; Son, Willis THE BEST THING ABOUT LIVING IN BENTON COUNTY IS: The …

  • B.P.O.E. Lodge #2783

    Thursday, March 13

    Dining at The Lodge: Seafood Boil Dinner on March 21 is open to the public (read on for more details)! This event is a Membership Drive and Fundraiser for our Scholarship Fund. This event is …

  • Obstructive Sleep Apnea: Symptoms And Treatments

    Thursday, March 13

    As a physician living and practicing in Sedalia, I am privileged to treat many patients in this city and surrounding communities. One of the areas of focus is sleep disorders. The most common sleep …

  • Have I Got A Line For You!

    Thursday, March 13

    Walking over to the Courthouse this morning, I noticed a few blades of green grass poking through. The first day of spring is next Thursday and it won’t be long until the lake is full of …

  • Financial Focus

    Thursday, March 13

    It’s tax season again — which also means, unfortunately, that it’s time for the annual array of scams aimed at taxpayers. Fortunately, by being alert, you can protect yourself from …

  • Word On The Street

    Thursday, March 13

    What is the first thing you look forward to in the spring? Mushroom hunting! -Bryce Cole Flowers blooming. -Tracy Amos Longer days and getting to be outside in the evenings. …

  • Down On The Creek

    Thursday, March 13

    Ride A Good Horse To Death Neither snow, nor rain, nor heat, nor gloom of night, stays these couriers from the swift completion of their appointed rounds. Thus reads the inscription on the General …

  • Cole Camp R-I To Host Open House

    Thursday, March 13

    The Cole Camp R-1 School is hosting an Open House on Tuesday, March 18 from 5:00-5:30 p.m. The tour is of the new classroom and multipurpose additions to the Cole Camp R-1 campus. To take …

  • Save The Date!

    Thursday, March 13

    The Cole Camp Fair Board has begun planning for this year’s fair that will be held on September 4, 5 and 6. The new carnival that has been hired, Jones & Company Carnival, will offer a …

  • Lincoln Chamber Begins Planning For Seasonal Events

    Thursday, March 13

    The Lincoln Chamber held an evening meeting at President Lindsey Decker’s new office location in what was formerly Christian Outreach on east Main. Decker called the meeting to order with …

  • Cole Camp Community Betterment Tackles Full Agenda

    Thursday, March 13

    Cole Camp Community Betterment met at noon in the Handel Haus on Tuesday, March 4. In unfinished business, the butterfly plantings are on hold until spring. Marge Lumpe noted she will take plans …

  • Cole Camp Community Betterment Awarded TAP Grant For Rock Island Trail Development

    Thursday, March 13

    Cole Camp Community Betterment is thrilled to announce that it has been awarded a Transportation Alternatives Program (TAP) grant to support the development of up to 1.77 miles of the Rock Island …

  • City Of Warsaw Budgets Big Chunk For Playground Expansion Project

    Thursday, March 13

    In the 2025 budget, City of Warsaw board of aldermen approved $143,000 toward the Playground Expansion project at Drake Harbor which includes building modern, year-round, flushing restrooms. …

  • Legion Ramps Up Shooting Range

    Thursday, March 13

    With the recent graduation of seven new Range Safety Officers, the Warsaw American Legion Post #217 is bringing their shooting range back in action. New Range Manager Toby Bolender plans to make the …

  • Benton County Sheriff's Report

    Thursday, March 13

    Sheriff’s Report 2/28/25 to 3/6/25 Mark Wayne Pate of Sedalia, MO was arrested on 2-28-25 on a Pettis County warrant for Probation Violation. Bond is set at $25,000.00 cash or surety. …

  • Registration Opens March 12 For MDC's Free April Paddlefish Snagging Clinic In Warsaw

    Thursday, March 13

    The popular clinic, scheduled for April 19, will teach newcomers the basics of snagging and give them time to practice their skills on the water. The Missouri Department of Conservation …

  • Nelson August Eckhoff

    Thursday, March 13

    Nelson August Eckhoff, 87, of Warsaw, formerly of Sedalia passed away Wednesday, March 5, 2025, at Bothwell Regional Health Center in Sedalia. He was born on July 8, 1937, on Balke Prairie near Cole …

  • Chester Leland Hammond, Sr.

    Thursday, March 13

    Chester Leland Hammond Sr., 87, of Fristoe Missouri, passed away peacefully on March 5, 2025. He was born on April 22, 1937, to Jake Otis Hammond and Lillie May “Jackson” Hammond. …

  • Bruce Lynn Jackson

    Thursday, March 13

    Bruce Lynn Jackson, 65, passed away peacefully on Thursday, March 6, 2025 at home after a short battle with bone cancer. Bruce was born on April 1, 1959 in Kansas City, MO. Bruce was the son of …

  • Kevin A. Noland

    Thursday, March 13

    Kevin A. Noland, born on March 1, 1968, passed away on January 3, 2025, in Warsaw, Missouri. Kevin began his professional journey with a brief service in the Missouri Army National Guard before …

  • Laura Ruth Oelrichs

    Thursday, March 13

    Laura Ruth Oelrichs, 90, of Mora, passed away Sunday, March 9, 2025 at Bothwell Regional Health Center. She was born May 6, 1934, in Tribune, KS, a daughter of the late H.W. and Amanda (Heess) …

  • Darlene Lois Trautman

    Thursday, March 13

    Darlene Lois (Kuhl) Trautman, 91, of Warsaw, Missouri, passed away peacefully on March 3, 2025. Darlene was born on July 7, 1933, on her parents’ farm near Wausa, Nebraska to Max and Hilda …

  • Church News

    Thursday, March 13

    From The Pastor's Desk Questions I had six friends who taught me all I knew; where, when, what, why, how and who. It is believed the Lord Jesus Christ asked 150-173 questions while on earth that …

  • Part 2: "Nay", Didn't Mean "No"!

    Thursday, March 13

    The next establishment north was the Martin Reiser Bakery. His wife Maria died in 1903 and he then married the Widow Bauer in 1904. The announcement of the nuptials in the paper stated that married …

  • City Of Lincoln Welcomes New Police Officer, K-9

    Thursday, March 13

    Lincoln City Council met on Monday, March 10, for their regular monthly session. Following routine business, a city board update was handled under old business. Councilman Seth Casey had been …

  • Knights Of Columbus In Warsaw Does Much More Than Fish Fries

    Thursday, March 13

    For over forty years the Knights of Columbus have served the members of St. Ann Catholic Church of Warsaw as well as the Warsaw community. Established in 1984, the Jay Harris Council #8620 has …

  • Cardinals Return To Final Four For First Time In 40 Years!

    Thursday, March 13

    For the first time since 1985, the Lincoln boys basketball team has secured their date to MSHSAA's "big dance" at Mizzou Arena in Columbia on Wednesday, March 12, where they'll play Eugene in one of …

  • Powerful Voice From Cole Camp Garners Nationwide Recognition

    Thursday, March 13

    At 1:17:31 on Season 7, Episode 5, 'The Blind Auditions", Part 5 of The Voice , Cole Camp's Trevon Dawson's life changed forever. In the world of competitive singing, the phrase "save the best …