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Kerri Smith was recognized for her work supporting students, families, and educators across the Mexico Public Schools district.
She was named the Exceptional Process Coordinator from the …
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10/1/26
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In 1692 Salem, “truth” was often determined by the loudest accusations.
Presser Arts Center’s fall production will be an adaptation of Arthur Miller’s “The Crucible,” performed in …
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By Sky Kauffman, Staff Writer
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9/30/26
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Mexico Ledger Sports Editor Jeremy Jacob won three awards in the 2026 Missouri Better Newspaper Contest sponsored by the Missouri Press Association.
Jacob received second and third place in the …
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9/30/26
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The city of Mexico has asked a federal court to dismiss the lawsuit brought by Warren C. “Renny” Smith Jr., who is seeking to reclaim Green Estate Park more than 20 years after donating the …
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By Sky Kauffman, Staff Writer
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9/29/26
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Moberly Area Community College recently announced the summer 2026 President’s and Dean’s lists. During the summer 2026 semester, 242 students obtained a 4.00 grade point average in six or more …
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9/29/26
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The City of Mexico’s annual Fall Cleanup is just around the corner.
According to a news release issued by city officials, the following guidelines will be strictly enforced in order for …
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9/29/26
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Lane Michael Miles , 22– second-degree domestic assault and first-degree kidnapping - facilitating a felony - inflicting injury - terrorizing
Ronald Able Mingo Jr. , 38– third-degree …
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9/28/26
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Gov. Mike Kehoe signed an executive order on Sept. 16 that aims to establish parameters around the misuse of automated license plate readers, including the street-level Flock camera system used in …
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By Lydia Zweifel, Missouri News Network
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9/27/26
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Makayla Burnett
Parents: Heather and Kyle Burnett
Year in School: Senior
School Activities: Softball, The first completer of the Teaching Professions
Outside of School …
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9/26/26
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Melissa Buckman Young is bringing more than a decade of experience working in juvenile court to a new statewide role.
She was appointed to the Missouri Child Welfare Task Force by Gov. Mike …
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By Sky Kauffman, Staff Writer
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9/25/26
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PHOTO GALLERY: Mexico FFA hosts Ag Education Day for elementary
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A total of 355 second and third grade students visited the Mexico FFA students at the Audrain County 4-H Fairgrounds to learn about agriculture on Friday.
Schools in attendance included Eugene …
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Photos by Sky Kauffman, Staff Writer
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9/25/26
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All Missouri Military Academy cadets served organizations throughout Mexico and surrounding communities Sept. 11 as part of the Academy’s fall 2026 Community Service Day.
The corps of cadets …
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9/24/26
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Class A
1. Don Gillette (St. Louis) 6-0
2. Randy Clithero (Mexico) 5-1
3. Charles Gordon (Salisbury) 3-3 55 losing points
4. Terry Murray (Hannibal) 3-3 32 LP
5. D.J. …
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9/24/26
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Bobby “Bob” Gooch is a well-known figure in the Bulldog athletics community.
He died in February 2025, leaving behind a legacy of promoting education and supporting student-athletes. For …
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By Sky Kauffman, Staff Writer
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9/24/26
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Audrain County Health Department employees and the Board of Health invite area residents to help them officially open the new Vandalia Clinic location at 204 West Washington Street in Vandalia on …
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9/23/26
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The Miss Audrain Scholarship Organization annual pageant will return to Mexico Oct. 3.
This year’s pageant will be held at the Missouri Military Academy. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. and the …
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9/23/26
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Five years ago, at the Curryville Bluegrass Festival, Brandt Schisler asked his friend, Dave Reetz, for help starting a bluegrass festival at Hickory Ridge Orchard.
The first annual …
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By Sky Kauffman, Staff Writer
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9/23/26
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Mexico’s budget for fiscal year 2027 will fund a number of citywide improvements ranging from streets to pickleball courts.
The Mexico City Council approved a balanced $25.5 million …
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By Sky Kauffman, Staff Writer
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9/23/26
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The City of Mexico, Missouri, in partnership with Tech Remove, LLC, will host a community electronics recycling event on Sept. 26 from 9 a.m. to noon at the Mexico City Hall, located at 300 N. Coal …
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9/22/26
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Douglas Murray , 53– fugitive in state
Matthew L. Ornt , 47– violating parole/probation
Ciara Nicole Lynn , 30– first-degree trespassing
Grace Kathryn Baer , 25– …
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9/21/26
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As students and families across Audrain County return to the routine of another school year, Missouri’s criminal laws are also entering a new season. The Legislature passed, and Governor Kehoe …
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Jacob Shellabarger, Audrain County Prosecuting Attorney
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9/20/26
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Dementia touches many lives — in many different ways. And most of us likely have some firsthand experience with it, whether it’s with an aging family member or friend or neighbor.
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9/20/26
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Have you ever gotten a call or letter about a home warranty? You probably weren’t expecting it, and it likely said that there was an issue with your home warranty, that you needed to renew, or that …
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By Khesha Duncan, BBB Columbia Regional Director
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9/19/26
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Missouri Military Academy partnered with local health and wellness organizations to connect employees with health, wellness and financial resources during its Employee Health Fair and Benefits Day on …
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9/19/26
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The Montgomery County R-II All School Reunion is scheduled for Saturday, Oct. 3, at the Merchants Building at the Montgomery County Fairgrounds.
The reunion will be held from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. …
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9/18/26
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