|
Thursday night preliminary winners announced
[Photo gallery]
Competition continued on the Miss Missouri stage Thursday night. At this point, the teen delegates have done all they can do to wow the judges and secure a spot in the semi-finals. Tomorrow night, …
more
Photos by Sky Kauffman, Staff Writer
|
6/12/26
|
|
The nation-wide celebration of America’s 250th anniversary continues in Mexico with hands-on experiences at History Camp.
It was a “chase for liberty” on the Audrain Historical Museum …
more
By Sky Kauffman, Staff Writer
|
6/12/26
|
|
Vogue is back.
In a stunning display where modern meets vintage, Miss Missouri and Miss Missouri’s Teen delegates performed Vogue-inspired routines to kick off the 2026 Miss Missouri …
more
By Sky Kauffman, Staff Writer
|
6/11/26
|
|
PHOTO GALLERY Miss Missouri 2026 Wednesday night highlights
[Photo gallery]
Wednesday marked the first night of competition for Miss Missouri 2026.
Preliminary winners
more
Photos by Sky Kauffman, Staff Writer
|
6/11/26
|
|
On Saturday, June 6, Mid Mo Animal Rescue Coalition hosted its first fundraiser and adoption event, led by Tana Phillips and Tessah Shaw. It was a success in more ways than one.
With its …
more
6/11/26
|
|
New members were appointed to the Mexico Parks Board and Tourism Commission.
At the May 26 meeting, Mexico City Council members considered board appointments to the tourism commission and …
more
By Sky Kauffman, Staff Writer
|
6/11/26
|
|
If you ask Alice Leonatti, Miss Missouri week is the best week of the year.
Four nights of competition officially kick off tonight at 7 p.m. in the Missouri Military Academy Gymnatorium. …
more
By Sky Kauffman, Staff Writer
|
6/10/26
|
|
The condition of Mexico’s roads is one of the most common complaints about infrastructure that the city receives.
But as construction from the stormwater infrastructure improvement …
more
By Sky Kauffman, Staff Writer
|
6/10/26
|
|
The Missouri Supreme Court refused Monday to hear a last-minute appeal filed by proponents of a measure to repeal the state income tax seeking to revise the summary voters will see on the Aug. 4 ballot.
more
By Rudi Keller, Missouri Independent
|
6/9/26
|
|
Hawthorne Elementary students take hands-on approach to history
Peoples Bank Assistant Vice President and Mexico Branch Manager, Tanner Smith, presents essay winners Brynlee Kirklin and Madelynn …
more
6/5/26
|
|
Although intensely competitive, the Saddlehorse community is close-knit.
Representatives of the Saddlehorse industry gathered at the Simmons Stables Barn for the annual International Saddlebred …
more
By Sky Strauss, Staff Writer
|
6/4/26
|
|
The Presser Pipes spring concert was all about memories.
Since 2018, the Presser Pipes Choir has celebrated the arts and community. The spring concert and canned food drive was held May 28 on …
more
By Sky Strauss, Staff Writer
|
6/4/26
|
|
The City of Mexico was built by the railroad that runs through it. Those tracks that pass under the Clark Street bridge serve as a strong reminder of the city’s history.
Now, the Missouri Arts …
more
By Sky Strauss, Staff Writer
|
6/3/26
|
|
Competitors from eight municipalities across Missouri gathered in Mexico on Thursday morning for a rodeo that looked like no other.
Horses and bulls were replaced with excavators and skid …
more
By Sky Strauss, Staff Writer
|
6/3/26
|
|
The Mexico Ledger extends a sincere thank you to the loyal readers and supporters who have already contributed to our “Support Local Journalism” campaign.
more
6/2/26
|
|
It was a morning full of surprises at Eugene Field Elementary School as two first-grade educators were recognized as finalists for statewide honors, each nominated by the other.
Student teacher …
more
5/30/26
|
|
The scheduled bond work for Mexico School District improvements is coming to a close as administration turns its attention to next year’s budget.
At the May 19 Mexico School District Board of …
more
By Sky Strauss, Staff Writer
|
5/29/26
|
|
Mainstreet Mexico is preparing for America’s 250th anniversary celebration.
New planters around the square will soon be blooming with red, white and blue flowers, which MainStreet’s design …
more
5/29/26
|
|
The North Callaway Class of 2026 has grown a lot over the years.
Thursday night's commencement ceremony at North Callaway High School meant so much to so many people such as Zachary Craghead, …
more
By Sky Strauss, Staff Writer
|
5/28/26
|
|
The 137th Missouri Military Academy Corps of Cadets gathered to celebrate commencement on May 16 in MMA’s Centennial Gymtorium. The 49 cadets from the Class of 2026 represent a diverse group of …
more
5/27/26
|
|
The City of Mexico will soon have more affordable housing.
Mexico City Council members approved the final sketch plan for a new residential subdivision at the May 11 meeting. Park Place, owned …
more
By Sky Strauss, Staff Writer
|
5/27/26
|
|
A pet was killed in a house fire Saturday in Mexico.
The resident and a dog were able to exit the home, which sustained significant smoke and fire damage, but a cat died in the fire, according …
more
5/26/26
|
|
Welcome to Opening Statement, a monthly discussion about issues in Audrain County’s criminal justice system from the perspective of the Prosecuting Attorney’s Office. With all of our law …
more
By Jacob Shellabarger, Audrain County Prosecuting Attorney
|
5/25/26
|
|
Top Republicans in state government celebrated what they considered successes as this year’s legislative session neared its Friday close.
Gov. Mike Kehoe held a news conference in his office …
more
By Jackson Cooper and Kennedy Voss, Missouri News Network
|
5/25/26
|
|
Haley Schafer was selected as a finalist for the Missouri Regional Teacher of the Year, an honor presented through the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education.
Schafer teaches …
more
5/24/26
|
