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Congratulations Mexico Ledger Halloween Photo Contest winners
The winners of The Mexico Ledger’s Halloween Photo Contest, sponsored by Fresh Cut Lawn Service and Snow Removal, have been announced. There were a lot of great entries. First place goes to …
During council comments, Mexico City Council member Alexander Finck addressed the negative comments aimed at council members he has seen online. "I love this town to my core," he said. "I think there is a lot of opportunity with this issue of data centers to make it an even better place, but we have to do it responsibly." Finck added he invites constructive feedback, but thinks it should be based in fact and not an emotionally charged process.
City of Mexico seeks more input on proposed data center ordinance
Data centers are not currently listed in the Mexico City Code of Ordinances. A proposed ordinance regulating data centers within city limits was presented to city council during a staff report …
Dominique Carpenter and Logan Munford were named the October Elks Students of the Month.
October Elks Students of the Month
Dominique Carpenter Parents: Derrick and Stephanie Carpenter Year in School: Senior  List School Activities: I am involved in Key Club, Link Crew, FBLA  List Any Outside …
November 3, 2026 general election results
The unofficial results for the 2026 general election are posted below, with results provided by the Audrain County Clerk’s office.
The planned Huck Finn Battery Energy Storage Service project, a 200-megawatt battery energy storage facility, will be located near the 200-megawatt Huck Finn solar farm on Route P in Vandalia.
Audrain County to get battery storage, solar facilities
A 200-megawatt battery energy storage facility and 175-megawatt solar generation facility were approved for construction in Audrain County by the Missouri Public Service Commission on Oct. 21. …
Beef Producers have two opportunities to earn or renew BQA Certification
The University of Missouri Extension will offer two upcoming opportunities for beef producers to earn or renew Beef Quality Assurance certification: Nov. 5 at 6 p.m. at South Shelby …
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Obituaries
Richard W. Bowen
Richard W. Bowen
Richard W. Bowen Jr., 90, of St. Louis, formerly of Mexico, passed away at 9:30 a.m., Tuesday, November 3, 2026, in St. Louis. A Celebration of Life service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on …
David Taylor
David Taylor
David Lee Taylor, 82, of Mexico, passed away on Tuesday, November 3, 2026, at Monroe Manor in Paris after a battle with prostate cancer. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. on Thursday, November …
John Edward Morse
John Edward Morse, 70, of Thompson, died Ocr. 30, 2026, at his home. Visitation will be from 11 a.m. until service time at noon on Nov. 3 at Oliver Funeral Home in Centralia. Interment will be in the …
Nancy James
Funeral services for 80 year old Nancy James, of Middletown, will be held at 10:30 a.m. Nov. 2  at the Myers Funeral Home in Middletown. Visitation will be Nov. 1 from 3-5 p.m. at the funeral …
Eugene Womack
Eugene Womack
Eugene Womack, 85 of Centralia passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by family on Monday, October 26, 2026. Family and friends are invited to Gene's Life Celebration 10:00 AM Friday, …
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