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Drive-thru testing site changes hours of operation

Published by admin on Mon, 10/12/2020 - 7:00am

The SSM Health drive-thru testing site in Mexico is changing its hours of operation.

Beginning Monday, Oct. 12, the testing site will be open Monday through Friday from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. The site is located at the main/north entrance of the hospital off Love and Monroe streets, specifically 620 E. Monroe.

A physician’s order is required for testing. Anyone who feels sick and has symptoms consistent with COVID-19 is encouraged to complete a free online evaluation at www.ssmhealth.com/covid19 or call their primary care provider.

Presser Arts Center hosts virtual masterclass with Scott Wolf

Published by admin on Mon, 10/12/2020 - 6:53am

You might know Scott Wolf’s work from hit movies like Go or the medical drama The Night Shift. Or you probably know him from Party of Five, Everwood and maybe Perception. He is currently filming another series of Nancy Drew, playing Carson Drew, Nancy’s widowed father. As an actor -- both on screen and on stage -- Wolf has covered a lot of ground.

Sydenstricker wins profitability challenge

Published by admin on Thu, 10/08/2020 - 5:33pm

As one of the top three cow-calf states in the country, Missouri offers a great opportunity for new feedlot and beef processing facilities. For several years, state agriculture groups have explored the possibilities of this endeavor. And with each idea, the benefit to Missouri beef producers becomes more evident.

Mexico Ledger names newspaper veteran as editor

Published by admin on Thu, 10/08/2020 - 5:30pm

The Mexico Ledger’s new editor has a passing familiarity with the city. He used to pass through on his way from Columbia to Macomb, Illinois during semester breaks. Now Dave Faries gets to stop and look around. Already he’s happy with what he sees.

“Friendly people, some fun activities, high school sports -- what’s not to love?” Faries says. “Plus we have an ownership committed to a paper that puts the community first.”

A park for everyone: New all-inclusive playground opens at Plunkett Park

Published by admin on Thu, 10/08/2020 - 5:28pm

A new all-inclusive playground is now one of the crowning gems of one of Mexico’s most storied parks, and with it, area youth have a place where everyone can play.

A ribbon cutting ushered in the new-and-improved Plunkett Park Playground Tuesday evening. Chad Shoemaker, director of Mexico Parks and Recreation, welcomed those in attendance and provided a project overview. Also speaking was Mexico mayor, Dr. Ayanna Shivers; and Tim Crews, executive director of Audrain Developmental Disability Services (ADDS).

Mexico Ledger unveils redesigned website and e-edition

Published by admin on Thu, 10/08/2020 - 5:24pm

Readers of The Mexico Ledger now have a new option to receive local news.

The newspaper has recently unveiled its redesigned website at. www.mexicoledger.com. As part of the digital expansion, The Ledger has launched an electronic edition, an exact replica of the print edition.
The website also offers opportunities for advertisers to reach the growing digital audience.

Eldon man nabbed for copper theft

Published by admin on Thu, 10/08/2020 - 5:23pm

An Eldon man was arrested on suspicion of stealing copper by Mexico Public Safety after a brief chase on foot Friday afternoon.

According to a department report, Nicholas R. Atkinson, 34, was spotted on railroad property near Martin Luther King Park. When an officer approached, around 12:30pm, Atkinson allegedly took off running. He was caught after a four block chase and taken into custody without injury.

Saturday afternoon fire snuffed quickly

Published by admin on Thu, 10/08/2020 - 5:22pm

A brush fire near a secluded campsite close to the intersection of Olive and Anderson was extinguished before it could do any damage on Saturday afternoon.

MPSD responded to reports of a fire shortly after 4 pm on October 3. They found a tree and surrounding brush engulfed in flames. Responders were able to tamp the fire down before it spread. Officers report that damage was limited to the campsite and that there were no injuries.

Downtown streets study planned; runway lighting project moves forward

Published by admin on Mon, 10/05/2020 - 10:33am

The Mexico City Council had several items on its agenda Monday that will help a couple projects move forward.

The first was an ordinance authorizing a grant agreement with the Missouri Highways and Transportation Commission to obtain a consultant for the downtown one-way streets. The grant is an 80-20 cost-share with money coming from the Transportation Engineering Assistance Program. The city will pay 20% of the costs, or $2,000.

Pageant to crown new Outstanding Teen

Published by admin on Mon, 10/05/2020 - 10:32am

Last November, three Missouri ladies were crowned royalty as part of the Miss Audrain Scholarship Pageant, held in Mexico. Olivia Henson of Belton was crowned Miss Audrain 2020; Alana Lemon was named Miss Brick City Outstanding Teen; and Erica Mock was selected Miss Audrain Outstanding Teen.

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