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TAKING ONE FOR THE TEAM, Amanda Johnson got slimed by Eric Holder during an animal rescue fundraising event.
Animal Shelter Receives Massive Funding Boost Via Jordan’s Way
Local animal rescue advocates got messy for a great cause this week, teaming up with the national Jordan’s Way organization for a high-energy, live-streamed event that brought a massive wave of … more
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HOLDING A CENTURY OF MEMORIES, the City Park Pavilion in Urich has been extensively renovated. Celebrating the occasion were Mayor Samantha Kedigh, Belinda Kordan, Pamela Clark, Urich City Clerk Heather Hill, Darla Conner and Wiley Conner.
Something Old, Something New: Urich Celebrates Pavilion Rebirth
The new pavilion at Urich City Park may look just like the old pavilion. But only a few things are original — the painted, wood-slat benches, the large “We Welcome You,” sign, the wooden eagle … more
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GOLF AFICIONADO'S gathered in Clinton for the 58th annual Missouri State Elks Golf Tournament over the weekend. Participants included Ron Jones, Chaz Walgren, Pete Fitzgerel and Robert Thibault.
Elks Golf Tournament Brought Crowd & Good Time To Clinton
This past weekend, Clinton welcomed 400 golfers and approximately 700 Elks members for the 58th annual Missouri State Elks Golf Tournament. Festivities spanned Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, … more
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BACK TO THE FUTURE, 80’s Cruise Night is set for August 8. The Cruisin’ to Clinton Guys include Brent Winter, David Lowe, Wilbur Miller, Greg Lowe, Skipper Buckley, Marty Lloyd, Matt Wray and Kyle Sisney.
Shifting To The Square! 80’s Rock Will Spin At Cruise Night In Clinton
When Matt Wray worked in a gas station during high school, he remembers the price of a gallon of gas jumping from 79 cents to $1. The gas jockeys were glad, he said, because it made it easy to figure … more
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READY TO FILL IN THE BLANKS, Kevin McWilliams of SERC Physical Therapy will finish this check and present it at the Back To School Fair On August 6. The event will be held at the Benson Center. With Kevin is SERC employee Sidney Lee.
Big Boost For Bright Futures! SERC Physical Therapy Score For Clinton
Kevin McWilliams was working in the sports medicine department at the University of Minnesota when a job came open at Golden Valley Memorial Healthcare. He and his spouse, Jennifer McWilliams, who … more
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WITH LESS THAN A WEEK TO GO before the August 4 primary election, Henry County Clerk Kelly Marriott spoke to the Democrat regarding the steps her office takes to protect election integrity. Early voting is now underway and Clerk Marriott told the Democrat it has been brisk.
Henry County Clerk Details Election Security Ahead Of August 4 Primary
As election security continues to be a topic of public discussion across the country, Henry County Clerk and Election Authority Kelly Marriott wants residents to know that multiple safeguards are in … more
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CLINTON WILL BE IN THE SPOTLIGHT as hundreds of Elks members take part in the Missouri State Elks Golf Tournament on August 1 and 2. Festivities will begin with a community street party on July 31 on the north side of the square.
Clinton To Host Street Party To Kickoff Off Golf Tournament
Clinton is preparing to welcome approximately 350 Elks members from across Missouri as the city hosts the Missouri State Elks Golf Tournament on Aug. 1 and 2. The tournament, considered one of the … more
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A FIRST FOR CLINTON, a community movie night will be held on the Courthouse lawn July 23. The event, sponsored by Clinton Main Street and The Pediatric Place will get underway at 8:30 PM.
Clinton Takes Movie Night Up A Notch With Downtown Twist
Families and community members are invited to enjoy an evening outdoors as Clinton Main Street partners with The Pediatric Place Family First Initiative to host the community’s first Community … more
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READY FOR THE CALL, Kenneth Dunlap is working with TowBoatUS to provide 24 hour towing and assistance for boaters in the twin-lakes area. Dunlap has two boats stationed, one on Truman Lake and another on the Lake of the Ozarks.
Tow Service Gives Boaters A Hand When It Goes Wrong On The Water
A new tow boat service now operating out of Drake Harbor is aiming to give boaters on Truman Lake and the Osage River a little extra peace of mind this summer. Kenneth Dunlap, a United States … more
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Sonny Lynch
Lynch Honored For Leadership With Award
The Missouri State Team Member Awards of Distinction have been presented to exceptional staff in the state’s 17 cabinet-level departments. Three were earned by members of the Missouri … more
A STORY TO TELL, Jerry Dines displayed one of 25 muzzleloaders he had on display at the Appleton City Museum. Dines collection includes many Revolutionary War era flintlock guns. The flint was secured in the hammer of the lock and provided the spark which ignited the powder in the pan, leading to firing of the black powder in the barrel.
Taking A Shot: Collection Of Guns Holds Barrels Of American History
Jerry Dines tells this story about an incident in the American Revolution featuring a type of long rifle he has in his collection: On October 7, 1777, Sgt. Timothy Murphy, a sharpshooter in … more
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A LANDMARK STRUCTURE on the Clinton Square, the building at the Corner of West Jefferson Street and South Washington Street has been vacant for nearly two decades. City Of Clinton Building Inspector Chuck Bailey told the Democrat that he has no immediate concern of it collapsing.
City Of Clinton Building Inspector Puts Speculation Rumors To Rest
A centerpiece of Clinton, The Square has had its ups and downs with unoccupied buildings over the past several years. The red brick building at the corner of West Jefferson Street and South … more
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SPEAKING IN CLINTON about the Children’s Advocacy Center she helped build in Butler, Deborah Powell said that over half of the children served are from Henry County.
Blooming Advocacy Center In Butler Is Help To Henry County
Last Friday, Deborah Powell was in Clinton to speak to the women’s group at Clinton Methodist Church about the CAC (Children’s Advocacy Center) she helped build in Butler. The center serves the … more
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SCHOLARSHIP AWARD WINNERS, Ashlyn Swartz and Levi Pope were given $1000 by the Henry County Democrat Club. They are pictures with Mrs. Lois Carson, the wife of the late Senator William “Bill” Carson.
Democrat Club Makes BIG Impact With Scholarships
The Henry County Democrat Club awarded $1,000 scholarships to two Clinton High School seniors. They are Ashlyn Swartz and Levi Pope. The scholarship was created in the memory of the late Senator … more
TAKING CENTER STAGE at the Windsor Historical Museum, Susan Luck made a Betsy Ross Flag for the July window tableau. Helping Luck was Alice Vincent, also a DAR member.
Sew Long Betsy Ross: Windsor DAR Brings A Legend To Life
In late spring of 1776, George Washington made a visit to Philadelphia. While he was in town, he and two founding fathers visited a seamstress who owned an upholstery business on Arch Street. … more
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A JAM PACKED schedule gets underway July 1 as Olde Glory Days begins. See article below for details and the special section in this week’s edition of the Democrat. Happy Birthday America and a thank you to the Olde Glory Days Committee for all of their volunteer efforts!
You Only Turn 250 Once! Olde Glory Days Celebrates American Freedom This Week
Clinton’s biggest annual celebration is just around the corner, with the 33rd Olde Glory Days festival set to run July 1-5, bringing an estimated 25,000 visitors to the historic downtown square for … more
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BACK TO THE 80’s, RetroNerds Jeff Graham, Mike Steinkamp, Jason Nelson and Jim Crosby will perform on July 3 during Clinton’s Olde Glory Days.
Clinton Scion Ready To Rock Olde Glory Days!
In 1986, Jeff Graham graduated from Jackson High School and enrolled in Southeast Missouri State University in Cape Girardeau. Jeff had started percussion lessons when he was 12, and played drums all … more
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A PACKED ROSTER OF CANDIDATES AND AMENDMENTS are on the August 4 primary ballot in Henry County, including a highly watched race for Presiding Commissioner.
Save The Date! August 4th Primary Fast Approaching
It’s possible that some of the amendments on the midterm election ballots related to taxes may cause a healthy number of voters to rush to the polls to voice their approval or disapproval. And … more
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ON A MISSION to help the Senior Center in Windsor, Evah Hernandez-Jimenez and Haley Gregory prepared sandwiches for customers at a new café in the Senior Center Building. Proceeds from eatery will help defray the cost of maintaining the building.
A ‘Souper’ Idea: New Café Serves Windsor Community
Last October, Care Connection, a social service agency that provides senior services for counties in West Central Missouri, announced that it could no longer afford to operate programs at the Senior … more
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FAMILY AND FRIENDS gathered for the retirement of longtime Pastor Margie Briggs. Pearl Combs and Donna Norcross presented Briggs with several gifts. Also attendance were Bob Owens and UMC South District Superintendent Reverend Cody Collier.
Twenty Years Before The Pulpit: Pastor Margie Briggs Bids Adieu
Twenty years ago, Rev. Cody Collier visited Blake’s Chapel, a United Methodist Church (UMC) northeast of Clinton. The new district superintendent overseeing UMC churches in the area, Rev. Collier … more
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ON THE CAMPAIGN TRAIL, Dr. Sam Alexander recently visited Clinton and spent time meeting voters and listening to their concerns.
‘Clinton Is An Amazing Town:’ Dr. Sam Alexander Visits Area In Grass Roots State Senate Campaign
Dr. Sam Alexander says his campaign for Missouri Senate District 28 has not been built from behind a desk, through mailers or only at large political events. Instead, Alexander said it has been built … more
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AS THE SUMMER SEASON presses into full swing, Truman Lake’s Bucksaw Beach has once again been closed due to unsafe water.
Clinton’s Closest Swimming Beach Closed Again Due To Unsafe Water
With summer temperatures headed our way, people want to head to the lake. However, if you’re thinking of the Grand River arm of Truman Lake’s Bucksaw Beach—the only swimming beach close to … more
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A TRANSFORMATION is underway for Life Ministries as they will turn the former Aldi Building into their new headquarters.
Life Ministries On The Move With Major Expansion Plans
Seven and a half years ago, Anthony Velazquez received a directive from God to start a church. Anthony replied, “How do I do that?” and God told him, “Ask some people over, and I will do … more
ON THE RED CARPET for a Best Radio Imaging Award from the Missouri Broadcasters Association were Radford Media Group Owners Clay and Brittany Radford along with Disc Jockey, Steve Stevens and Melody Walker.
They Did It! Clinton Radio Station Receives Top Honor
Radford Media Group is proud to announce that 95.3 KDKD, Today’s Country, has been honored with the Missouri Broadcasters Association (MBA) Award for Best Radio Imaging – Small Market Radio … more
A LUCKY HAND, Jimmy and Katie Stamper held cards they received from the Sidetrack Café during the inaugural Louise Rhodes Memorial Poker Run in Windsor.
Mrs. Rhodes Remembered: Fundraiser Is Family Affair
When Debby Miller Brooks was a student at Windsor High School, her favorite teacher was Louise Rhodes. “She was the kind of teacher who saw everything in you,” Debby said. “She could see the … more
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