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The construction of a veterans monument in Mexico has been at the forefront of VFW Auxiliary Post 3772 Commander Russell Davis’ mind since he became commander.
Now, a recent influx of …
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By Sky Strauss, Staff Writer
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4/23/25
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The scanner on Wellsville City Clerk Brittany Bishop’s desk signaled that the fire department had been dispatched to Martinsburg on the morning of Feb. 21, 2024.
“I heard the address …
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By Sky Strauss, Staff Writer
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4/23/25
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Some mild damage was caused by a storm that rolled through the Audrain County area Sunday night.
There were no injuries from the weather event, according to a Mexico Department of Public Safety …
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4/21/25
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Little Dixie Fire Protection District fought two blazes Tuesday, including one fire that destroyed a Mexico home.
Just before 6:10 p.m., Little Dixie firefighters were called to a home in the …
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4/16/25
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Altrusa International of Mexico, Missouri, Inc. met on March 27 at noon at The Oaks for their program meeting. The meeting was called to order by Co-President Suzanne Pursifull followed by the Pledge …
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4/16/25
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Judge Melissa Buckman Young has announced her candidacy for Audrain County Associate Judge. She kicked off her campaign on April 7 at Jason's Top Shelf, engaging with community members about her …
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4/16/25
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Audrain County Historical Society members approved three new board members at their March 27 meeting at the museum during the annual membership meeting.
Randy Gooch, David Maupin and Becky …
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4/16/25
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Bringing attention to child abuse is the aim of “The Pinwheel Project,” set for 5:30-7 p.m. April 25 in the basement of the Audrain County Courthouse.
April is National Child Abuse …
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By Don Munsch, Editor
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4/16/25
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The school bus rumbled as Curtis Jackson explained the control panel to the left of the steering wheel. In the driver’s seat was what the district’s transportation department …
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By Sky Strauss, Staff Writer
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4/16/25
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VFW Spring Craft Fair packed with vendors
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Dozens of booths filled the VFW Auxiliary Post 3772 from the main hall through the Auxiliary room.
The Spring Craft fair was officially underway Saturday and while the morning was slower than …
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Photos by Sky Strauss, Staff Writer
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4/16/25
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Spring fun at Hickory Ridge Orchard
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Children waited anxiously behind the ropes, Easter baskets in hand, looking out into the field covered in colorful eggs.
Hickory Ridge Orchard started a new tradition Saturday with their first …
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Photos by Sky Strauss, Staff Writer
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4/16/25
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The brightly colored BINGO balls bounced playfully in the machine, knocking each other out of the way as they fought to be first.
“O-65,” an automated voice called out followed by a …
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By Sky Strauss, Staff Writer
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4/16/25
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A long-time fire service professional has joined the Little Dixie Fire Protection District as its new chief.
Eric Hartman steps in as the district’s new fire chief following the January …
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By Don Munsch, Editor
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4/16/25
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When Andrew Peuster was making his way through the Individual Player National Championship Tournament, he wasn’t nervous. In fact, the idea of him winning such a competitive tournament was so …
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By Sky Strauss, Staff Writer
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4/16/25
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Mexico Public Schools board will have a new face joining an incumbent as voters elected two people in the April 8 election.
In the Mexico City Council, just one person, Ron Ray, was on the …
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By Don Munsch, Editor
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4/16/25
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BOONE - A 60-year-old Columbia man suffered minor injuries April 13 after the car he was traveling in collided with another vehicle at Missouri 73 at Brown School Road.
The man was transported …
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4/15/25
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Crown Linen announced Monday that it will be closing its processing center in Mexico on April 25, but will certain employees will continue to work after the closing.
In a news release, the …
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4/14/25
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A 40-year-old man was arrested on alleged kidnapping and other charges April 12 after a woman told police he abducted her in Mexico.
Nathan M. Sommer was arrested for charges of kidnapping third …
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4/14/25
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April 14 – 16, Route A will be closed for patching operations from CR 756 to U.S. Route 54 between 7:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. daily according to a recent MoDOT release.
All road closures and …
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4/9/25
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On March 20, the Knights of Columbus Council 3760 and the Little Dixie Shrine Club held their annual social gathering at the KC hall in Mexico. Linda Huffmann, the director of the Children's …
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4/9/25
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William “Leon” Dempsey was recognized at the Missouri Veterans Home, surrounded by family and friends old and new, as the March 2025 Veteran Spotlight. With him were Dempsey’s three …
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4/9/25
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Mexico Farmers Market opening weekend
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The 27th season of the Mexico Farmers Market officially began April 5 .
Vendors in attendance included:
S&M Produce
The Squaking Hog
The Wright Homestead
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Photos by Sky Strauss, Staff Writer
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4/9/25
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By Don Munsch
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Homelessness is not just a problem of big cities - it can affect small towns and cities.
Mexico is no exception. Ra’Vae Moore, executive director of …
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By Don Munsch, Editor
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4/9/25
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Bulldogs fans dressed in their very best Bulldog swag swarmed the Knights of Columbus Friday night, lured by the promise of ribeyes and smoked pork chops.
The Bulldogs Booster Club covered its …
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By Sky Strauss, Staff Writer
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4/9/25
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Bus drivers don’t just transport students to school, home and their extracurricular activities.
They can become like family, as drivers get to know students and see them around town.
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By Don Munsch, Editor
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4/9/25
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