March 14, 2024

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In this issue

  • Word On The Street

    Thursday, March 14

    How do you celebrate St. Patrick's Day? Corned beef and cabbage, followed by a green beer. -Brianna Powell Green eggs and ham or traditional green beer later in the day. -Serenity …

  • Have I Got A Line For You!

    Thursday, March 14

    Well, well, well. President Biden apologized for using the word “Illegal” to describe the man that killed Laken Riley. She was a 22 year old nursing student in Georgia. What he said was …

  • Get To Know Clinton, MO - Sarah Brooks

    Thursday, March 14

    Name: Sarah Brooks. Birthplace: Springfield, MO. Years in Clinton: Most of my life. Family: Husband, 2 sons, 1 daughter. Best thing about living in Clinton: It has the nicest …

  • Clinton Chamber Of Commerce Update

    Thursday, March 14

    Dear Friends of Education: The Society for Academic Excellence invites students who have achieved a 3.5 or higher grade point average during this school year to be recognized. Last year, 295 students …

  • Out Of Africa: Farm Mission To Be Topic Of March 19 CWC Luncheon

    Thursday, March 14

    Celebrate the arrival of spring and anticipate Easter by attending the Tuesday, March 19, luncheon of the Christian Women’s Connection. CWC organizers decided on a spring theme for the …

  • HCMF: Did You Know That Music Can Help You Or Your Loved One?

    Thursday, March 14

    Musical memory is preserved with people who have Alzheimer’s or dementia because the key areas of the brain that are linked to musical memory are relatively undamaged by the disease. While …

  • Missouri Retired Teachers Meet

    Thursday, March 14

    The Henry County Retired Teachers and Retired School Personnel for Region 6 met on February 22, 2024, at the Clinton Methodist Church. An interesting program was presented by Sherry Himes of Green …

  • SFCC To Close March 18-22 For Spring Break

    Thursday, March 14

    State Fair Community College will close all campus locations March 18-22 for spring break. The college will reopen at 8 a.m. on March 25. The Daum Museum of Contemporary Art on the Sedalia campus …

  • Terry Wayne Cloud

    Thursday, March 14

    Terry Wayne Cloud was born on March 26th 1962 in Clinton, Missouri to parents Marquis and Barbara (Houk) Cloud. He departed this life very unexpectedly at his home on February 26th 2024. Terry spent …

  • Frances Lyle (Nee Gildersleeve)

    Thursday, March 14

    Frances Lyle (née Gildersleeve) passed away February 25, 2024, at the age of 102. Born February 6, 1922, in Clinton (Henry County), MO, Frances lived a full, purposeful, and vibrant life as a …

  • Raymond Lee Green

    Thursday, March 14

    Raymond Lee Green, age 94 years, formerly of Deepwater, Missouri passed away at his home in Macks Creek, Missouri on March 3, 2024. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 PM on Wednesday, March 6, …

  • Gary Alan Hibbs

    Thursday, March 14

    Gary Alan Hibbs, age 66, of Clinton, Missouri passed away on Wednesday, February 28, 2024 at Clinton Healthcare & Rehab Center in Clinton, Missouri. Gary Alan Hibbs was born on August 8, 1957 to …

  • Shirley Jean (Galloway) Bilbruck

    Thursday, March 14

    Shirley Bilbruck, 86, of Clinton, Missouri, formerly of Calhoun, Mo., died Saturday, March 9, 2024, at Windsor Healthcare & Rehabilitation. She was born July 22, 1937, at the family home in Green …

  • Larry Fosnow

    Thursday, March 14

    Larry Fosnow, 79, of Windsor, Missouri, passed away early Wednesday morning, March 6, 2024 surrounded by family, at Research Medical Center, Kansas City, Mo. He was born December 26, 1944, in …

  • Church News

    Thursday, March 14

    Calhoun Community Church Welcome to the Good News from Calhoun Community Church. Our church family gathers at 9:30 a.m. for pre-church food and fellowship. We use this special time for visiting one …

  • The Little Apple

    Thursday, March 14

    March 6, 2024 Immaculate Conception Church’s last Lenten Fish Fry Dinner will be 5:00 – 7:30 p.m. March 15 in St. Mary’s School Hall, Montrose. They serve dine-in and carry out. The …

  • Berry Inks To Play For Braves

    Thursday, March 14

  • Local Flavor: Something New Is Cooking At Bucksaw Marina

    Thursday, March 14

    When Denise Terry was growing up in Tightwad, her family would eat at Donna’s Drive-In. A Tightwad icon, Donna’s is famous for its tenderloin sandwiches, home-style entrees and pie. …

  • Want To Catch A Really Big Fish? Spoonbill Season Starts On Friday

    Thursday, March 14

    Paddlefish season is upon us, starting March 15, the time of year when Missouri fishermen stand the greatest chance of landing the largest Missouri fish of their lifetime. They’re not Jaws, but …

  • Forecaster Brings Passion And Puts West Central Missouri On The Map

    Thursday, March 14

    How much difference does eight minutes make when a tornado is about to touch down near your home? Jim Sublette, who goes by Subby, told this story at a Severe Weather Seminar last week at the Benson …

  • 4 Things To Know Before 4/2

    Thursday, March 14

    One of the most important jobs of a school district is to ensure that school facilities remain safe and secure. It is also imperative that these same facilities meet the educational and instructional …

  • Ozark Foodie

    Wednesday, March 13

    The recipe for one-pan skillet egg rolls has been sweeping through the foodie circles lately. It’s a quick dinner, has lots of vegetables and protein, requires little chopping thanks to a bag …

  • Shriners Give Back

    Wednesday, March 13

  • Lincoln Eyes District Title With Young Squad

    Wednesday, March 13

    Veteran head coach Will Lynde is expecting a realistic season and a repeat district championship for his Lincoln Cardinals baseball squad. Gone are his top two players from a year ago but hopefully a …

  • Lincoln Girls Prepare For Upcoming Season

    Wednesday, March 13

    When you drive into Lincoln from the south on Hwy 65, you will see a sign that says "Girls Softball State Champions 2019". The pitcher on that team was the new head coach for the Lady Cardinals, …

  • Warsaw Basketball Lands Five On All-Conference Lists

    Wednesday, March 13

    After being second team selections a year ago, Warsaw's Logan Gemes and Tanna Howe both upped their games and those efforts didn't go unnoticed by other conference coaches as they were both first …

  • 'Cats, Bluebirds Represent On Class 3 District 8 Teams

    Wednesday, March 13

    With the conclusion of the basketball season over the weekend as champions were crowned for Class 1-3 in Columbia, so allows post-season accolades to be released to the public. And when those list …

  • Harrison, Bluebirds Off And Running This Season

    Wednesday, March 13

    Bluebirds head coach Brendan Rusk has 13 players out for the team this season. He lost senior pitching ace Gentry Dieckman due to injury. He has seven players who could take the mound for the …

  • Lady Bluebirds Hope To Fly High This Season

    Wednesday, March 13

    Around 22 girls have turned out for practices for the Cole Camp Lady Bluebirds softball program. Retired coach Terri Ward has returned to help coach the Lady Bluebirds this season. It could be a …

  • MDC Reminds Snaggers That Paddlefish Season Begins March 15

    Wednesday, March 13

    Paddlefish snagging waters include Lake of the Ozarks, Truman Reservoir, and Table Rock Lake. Imagine catching a giant, prehistoric fish whose ancestors swam during the time of dinosaurs. That …

  • Meet The People Of Benton County - Braylee Holmes

    Wednesday, March 13

    NAME: Braylee Holmes BIRTHPLACE: Indianapolis, but I grew up in Phoenix YEARS IN BENTON COUNTY: 2 years FAMILY: Braxton and Alexa Legg THE BEST THING ABOUT LIVING IN BENTON COUNTY …

  • Fristoe News

    Wednesday, March 13

    The Lord blessed the Fristoe area with wonderful rains amounting anywhere from 2 1/2 to 3 inches. It was enough water to put Turkey Creek over the low water bridges. It also put smiles on the faces …

  • B.P.O.E. Lodge #2783

    Wednesday, March 13

    Mark your calendar for “Dining at the Lodge”: March 15, St. Patrick’s Day Buffet/Party, Buffet from 5:00 PM-7:00 PM $10.00, Party from 6:00 PM-?, Buffet will include baked …

  • Helen Irene Tiede

    Wednesday, March 13

    Helen Irene Tiede departed her earthly home on February 29, 2024 at EW Thompson Health and Rehab Center after a hard fought eight year battle with dementia. Helen was born April 23, 1938 in Billings, …

  • Church News

    Wednesday, March 13

    Warsaw Christian Church How important is the church? I frequently run into people who declare their Christian faith but haven’t attended church in many years. I am in no position to pass …

  • Word On The Street

    Wednesday, March 13

    Would you rather be granted 1 wish or give 3 to your best friend? I'd give the 3 away. -Cliff McKinney 1, just for me. -Lilly Waller I would give away the 3. -John …

  • Letter To The Editor

    Wednesday, March 13

    Dear Editor, For years the voters of the Warsaw R-IX School District have approved proposals for school improvements if they are reasonable and can be completed at a reasonable cost. On April 2, …

  • Have I Got A Line For You!

    Wednesday, March 13

    Well, well, well. President Biden apologized for using the word “illegal” to describe the man that killed Laken Riley. She was a 22 year old nursing student in Georgia. What he said was …

  • Financial Focus

    Wednesday, March 13

    If you have student loans, you likely received a “payment vacation” over the past few years, due to legislation related to COVID-19. But if you’re like millions of other borrowers, …

  • Benton County Sheriff's Report

    Wednesday, March 13

    Sheriff’s Report 3/4/24 TO 3/11/24 Kayln Marie Daniels, Homeless, was arrested on 3-4-24 on a Benton County warrant for Violation of a Court Order. Subject is being held in the Benton …

  • It's Campaign Season: Benton County Political Parties Snap Into High Gear

    Wednesday, March 13

    The 2024 election season is underway. According to www.theguardian, on March 6, Donald Trump is the lone Republican candidate left seeking to unseat the sitting president, Joe Biden. Trump most …

  • Two Run Unopposed For Warsaw School Board While Lincoln And Cole Camp Races Contested

    Wednesday, March 13

    Election Day is just around the corner and all the three of the local school districts will be selecting people to serve on the various boards. In the Warsaw R-9 District, the two candidates who …

  • Jubilee Days Announces Big Name Entertainment

    Wednesday, March 13

    The Jubilee Days Committee has met and made exciting plans for the event on June 7 and 8. There are some new and ‘fairly new’ events, plus old favorites that will entertain all ages. …

  • Proposed Lincoln Food Truck Ordinance Draws Criticism

    Wednesday, March 13

    In early session Monday eve, Estes Drive-In owner Matt Paxton said he had received doubts from some local merchants about a proposed food truck ordinance in the city. His reservations were echoed by …

  • One Focus Of R-IX Bond Proposal Is Facilitating Preschool Students

    Wednesday, March 13

    One of the major issues facing the Warsaw R-9 Board of Education is securing a place for preschoolers at both North and South Elementary Schools. Presently, preschoolers are all bussed to South …

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