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Mexico Music Store owner David Reetz sang along with his ukulele class at the second annual Hickory Ridge Orchard Ukulele Festival on Saturday, Oct. 7.
Uke ‘N do it
Ukulelians unite. Folks who love the small instrument or have a slight interest got a chance to see what all the noise is about this past Saturday, Oct. 7, at the second annual Hickory Ridge … more
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Members of the Mexico Music Store ukulele student band performed for a crowd at the Hickory Ridge Orchard Ukulele Festival on Saturday, Oct. 7.
Uke ‘N do it
Mexico Music Store owner David Reetz has taught music for more than 40 years and has found a useful tool in an instrument that looks like a mini guitar and has a funny name. The Ukulele is like … more
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Brandon Gaw, Kansas City, MO, stopped by Hickory Ridge Orchard for the Ukulele Festival and left with some of the local products the orchard produces.
Local orchard using music to bring people out
A Mexico family is hoping to use their love of music to help grow their business Hickory Ridge Orchard. Brandt Schisler and his wife Kelsey moved to Mexico six years ago and purchased the … more
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Crystal Quade
Quade will make campaign stop in Mexico
A candidate for Missouri governor will be making a stop in Mexico this week. Democrat Crystal Quade will be at the Audrain County Democrats’ club meeting on Monday, Oct. 16, from 6 to 8 … more
MPSD arrest man on gun charges / Arrest reports
On Wednesday, Oct. 11, at approximately 2:53 p.m., Mexico Public Safety Department (MPSD) responded to Jubel Drive in reference to a disturbance involving a man chasing others with a gun. … more
Mexico Parks and Recreation Director Chad Shoemaker points to a place on a map of Tyronn Lue Park where engineers identified and designed an entrance.
City will survey residents about Ty Lue Park entrance
The city of Mexico Parks and Recreation Department will be sending out a survey this month and included will be questions about a new entrance for Tyronn Lue Park. The issue was discussed at the … more
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High late summer temperatures have left a heavy layer of algae in Kiwanis Lake at Plunkett Park.
City trying to fix algae buildup before fish stocking
A late summer into fall heat wave has worsened the problems in Kiwanis Lake at Plunkett Park. Mexico Parks and Recreation Director Chad Shoemaker told the Park Board at their monthly meeting on … more
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Mexico Public Safety Department firefighters worked into the late morning hours on Monday on a blaze that destroyed a building on the northeast corner of Jackson and Coal Streets.
One person dead after over night blaze
The Mexico Public Safety Department (MPSD) responded to a fire in the 200 block of East Jackson in reference to a fire in an apartment building early Monday morning around 3 a.m., Oct. 9. Callers … more
Vanessa Lay and Sarah Mahnken with First State Community Bank presented a check to Mexico Public Schools Food Services Director Joyce Fenner at the Central Office on Tuesday, Oct. 3.
Local bank helps with student lunch debt
Some students at Mexico High School will have debt relief thanks to First State Community Bank (FSCB). Last week, the bank donated $800 to the Mexico School District to help pay down the more … more
Scores of local children got to experience the joys of creating art at Domann Park in Auxvasse on Saturday, Oct. 7, like Oaklynn Dillinger, Auxvasse, who found some fun in painting.
The joys of creating art felt in Auxvasse
The small town of Auxvasse in north Callaway County held a children's art fair. more
Donnie Bonuchi, Shoes from the Heart, Christina McCaw, Bright Futures Mexico School-based Coordinator, Kent Groves, Show Me Credit Union President, and Gina Fowler, Shoes from the Heart met at the Central Office on Tuesday, Oct. 3, for the shoe donation.
Shoes from the Heart donates more than 100 pairs of shoes
Thanks to a local organization more than 100 kids will be able to get new shoes. Shoes from the Heart donated more than 100 pairs of shoes last week to Mexico Public Schools. Some of the shoes … more
Arrest Report 10/6 - 10/9
Jamar Michael Huddler , 21, speeding (26 m.p.h. or more), careless & imprudent driving, driving without insurance Adrian James Wheeler , 33, fourth degree assault, first degree trespassing … more
Elly’s Closet, a new children’s clothing consignment shop, opened with a ribbon cutting on Tuesday, Oct. 3.
Two new businesses open downtown
The old Carquest Building in downtown Mexico on Jackson Street has been transformed into two new businesses. Carl and Melody Peiter purchased the building this past spring not really knowing … more
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The Homestead Hearth Ballroom had its official ribbon cutting on Tuesday, Oct. 3.
Homestead Hearth Ballroom open for business
Folks in and around Mexico now have an upscale option for hosting parties and events. Homestead Hearth Ballroom, 105 North Coal Street, officially cut the ribbon on Tuesday, Oct. 3, with a party … more
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Local United Way looking for donations, volunteers
The Audrain County United Way is looking for funding help and some new blood to spread the message. Recently the agency held its kickoff with October designated as the official funding campaign … more
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Arrest Report 10/2 - 10/4
Adam James Andregg , 31, possession of a controlled substance, unlawful use of drug paraphernalia Christopher Ray Goff , 38, delivery of a controlled substance at a county/private … more
Mexico freshmen spend a day in their shoes of
Freshmen from Mexico High School spent the day touring several Mexico businesses including True Manufacturing. It’s part of a workforce development project by the school district to familiarize … more
ACCIS's Fall Into Fashion next week
Audrain County Crisis Intervention Service (ACCIS) will be holding its big fundraiser of the year, Fall Into Fashion, on Tuesday, Oct. 17, at the Audrain County 4-H Center. Social hour is from 5 … more
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MMA Commandant Col. Rick Grabowski USMC (Ret) led a group of Missouri Military Academy alumni through a review of cadets on Saturday, Sept. 30, at Colonels’ Field.
MMA hosts weekend long homecoming event
The Missouri Military Academy (MMA) celebrated Homecoming (alumni weekend) on Sept. 29 through Oct.1. This year’s celebrations recognized the 50th Anniversary Class of 1973 and the Honor … more
Council will consider ordinance without P&Z recommendations
The Mexico City Council will consider a sidewalk ordinance possibly next week but it won’t include suggested changes by the Planning and Zoning Commission (P&Z). The council considered … more
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Sidewalk discussion goes sideways
A discussion about sidewalks and the housing market got sideways at the Mexico City Council meeting last week. Councilman Steve Haag was upset with the media and professionals who had spoken … more
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Arrest Report 9/29 - 10/2
Matthew Margene Bradshaw , 28, probation violation Mary June Robbins , 41, fugitive in-state, held for Boone County Jeremy Jason Dean Robinette , 37, speeding, operating a vehicle without a … more
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Kelly Lucero held up a note at a CMCA meeting in Mexico in June during the group's first meeting.
Community group getting closer to action plan
A group of professionals and concerned citizens along with Central Missouri Community Action  (CMCA) are getting closer to rolling out a plan to benefit the people of Audrain County. The … more
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National Newspaper Week: This week, and every week, newspapers are for you
Americans have more media options than ever. We are inundated with stories, memes, videos and promotions 24 hours a day. Most of us are on social media, which is built to provide an endless feed of … more
Former Mexico City employee Dolly Jesse, center, was honored by State Rep. Kent Haden, left, and Mexico Mayor Vicki Briggs, right, at a regular city council meeting on Sept. 25, for her 45 years of service to the city.
Former city employee honored at council meeting
The Missouri House of Representatives and the city of Mexico made a special presentation at the city’s regular meeting on Monday, Sept. 25, to honor former city employee Dolly Jesse. Jesse … more
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