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In celebration of National Young Readers week, the Mexico School District welcomed several community and staff volunteers into the classrooms for, “drop everything and read” time. On …
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Photos courtesy of Hawthorne Elementary staff
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11/20/25
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The Mexico City Council tackled a hefty agenda at the Nov. 10 meeting that included updates to public works projects and discussion of budgeted expenses.
The meeting began with the establishment …
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By Sky Strauss, Staff Writer
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11/20/25
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Mexico High School hosted its annual Find Your Path Career Exploration event on Nov. 13, bringing together students in Mexico and surrounding schools to explore future career opportunities.
The …
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11/20/25
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Deer season is upon us, here in the great state of Missouri. The regular firearms season started on Nov. 15 and lasts until Nov. 25. One antlered deer may be taken during the firearms season …
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By Norman Steelman, Audrain County Conservation Agent
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11/19/25
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The first phase of necessary preparations for the demolition of the Audrain Medical Center is underway.
The Mexico City Council discussed the site-wide asbestos and hazardous material and …
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By Sky Strauss, Staff Writer
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11/19/25
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A Mexico man was arrested Saturday for unlawful discharge of a firearm according to a news release by the Mexico Public Safety Department.
On Saturday, Nov. 15, just after 11 p.m., MPSD …
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11/17/25
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Mexico-Audrain County Library District to receive $10,000 gift from Carnegie Corporation of New York
The Mexico-Audrain County Library District will receive a $10,000 gift from Carnegie Corporation of New York, the foundation established by Andrew Carnegie.
The award is part of Carnegie …
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11/16/25
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The Missouri State Fair and the Youth in Agriculture Committee are accepting applications for Youth in Agriculture scholarships for Missouri high school seniors graduating in 2026.
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11/15/25
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Mexico Activity and Nutrition Center board President Emily Lain and Administrator Ione Bickell discuss holiday happenings at the center including their annual Christmas Bazaar and Christmas for the …
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11/14/25
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Years ago, when Matt Bormann, chief executive officer of Western Smokehouse Partners, would drive through town, he would call or text Doug Hankes, chief operating officer, to tell him that they needed a plant in Mexico.
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By Sky Strauss, Staff Writer
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11/14/25
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The Missouri 4-H community announced Oct. 13 the induction of Nick and Cindy Parrish of Audrain County into the 2025 Missouri 4-H Hall of Fame, with a ceremony that was held on Aug. 10 at State Fair …
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11/14/25
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When the government shut down, Kim Archer, executive director of The Help Center Inc., was notified that 126 truckloads of USDA food were on hold.
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By Sky Strauss, Staff Writer
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11/13/25
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Altrusa International of Mexico Inc. hosted a teddy bear party Nov. 6 in the Audrain County Courthouse Community Room to celebrate the launch of its Books and Bears project. “Coping Skills with Books and Bears” teaches children about coping skills while introducing them to first responders in a safe and educational way. The launch party included a book signing, bear-themed snacks, crafts, a reading and an opportunity to practice coping skills.
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11/13/25
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Arthur Center Community Health Chief Executive Officer Brock Lough discusses the community food drive and shares some insight about the formation of an Arthur Center Foundation with Matt Pilger.
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11/12/25
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A Mexico woman was sentenced Monday for her role in trafficking fentanyl.
Rheanna L. Lee, 26, of Mexico, Mo., was sentenced to 10 years in the Missouri Department of Corrections for first degree …
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11/12/25
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Winners of the recent peace poster contest, which was sponsored by Mexico Noon Lions Club, have been announced. The theme was “Together As One” and the posters will be displayed at the Mexico Library in the near future .
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11/12/25
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After purchasing a home in Audrain County, the homeowner received a notice of recording in the mail.
The letter from Home Title Services stated that title and real estate fraud are on the rise and asked for $159 in exchange for title monitoring services.
This raised red flags for Audrain County Recorder of Deeds Theresa Allen when the owner brought her the notice last week asking if her office had sent it out.
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By Sky Strauss, Staff Writer
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11/12/25
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Missouri Military Academy honored veterans and their families for their service and sacrifice by conducting a military review on Nov. 11 in MMA's Alain M. Garcia Field House
“We take …
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Photos by Sky Strauss, Staff Writer
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11/11/25
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A day of celebration for all veterans was held at the Mexico Activity and Nutrition Center Nov. 7. Meals were paid for by United Credit Union and featured a meal of fried chicken, mashed potatoes, …
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11/11/25
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A Mexico man was sentenced Monday for his role in a fatal drunk-driving crash that killed two and injured another driver in July.
Joshua D. Frye, 24, entered a guilty plea to driving while …
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11/11/25
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At their Oct. 23 meeting, Van-Far Alumni and Friends board members conducted a review of the Sept. 28 reunion and banquet with a consensus that it was successful.
Alumnus Kevin Langston’s …
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11/8/25
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A Mexico man suffered serious injuries after he was involved in a one-vehicle crash that occurred Wednesday in Wayne County.
The driver, 57, was transported by ambulance to Poplar Bluff Regional …
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11/7/25
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Four Missouri Military Academy cadets have been awarded GenAI Scholarships through a partnership with the U.S. Army Cadet Command, Fusion Cyber, and Florida International University’s Jack D. …
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11/7/25
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Mexico Public Schools has officially launched a new student teaching program, offering future educators a $4,000 stipend while they complete their student teaching experience in the district.
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11/7/25
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