According to the Missouri State Highway Patrol, Missouri has consistently ranked within the top 15 states nationally for collisions involving deer. The Missouri Department of Commerce and Insurance …
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11/20/24
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The Missouri Highways and Transportation Commission announces Ed Hassinger as the new director of the Missouri Department of Transportation. His leadership at this time will ensure the continuity of …
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11/20/24
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On Oct.19, 2024, Levi Evertson, child of Brooke Nicole and Eric Evertson, Kenneth Burle, child of Christina and Kenneth Burle, Holden Goosey, child of Judith and Ronald Wasson and Eli Lamb, …
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11/20/24
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Homebank employees have donated $5,700 plus a variety of toys and blankets to Shriners Children’s, the century-old healthcare system devoted to providing high-quality specialty medical care to …
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11/20/24
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The Missouri Department of Transportation’s highway workers are part of a larger group of emergency responders who put their lives on the line on Missouri’s highways responding to crash …
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11/20/24
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Uplift Mid-MO launches 2024 Month of Giving fundraising campaign to support Audrain County residents
Uplift Mid-MO , a grassroots initiative rooted in the Christian community of Mexico, is excited to announce its 2024 Month of Giving Fundraising Campaign in celebration of its fifth anniversary. The …
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11/20/24
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Centralia raised approximately 650 flags for the veterans day holiday. Though it was originally estimated to be 628 flags, volunteers explained more have recently come in. The flags raised honor …
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By Sky Strauss, Staff Writer
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11/20/24
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The school bell rings and seconds later, the Mexico High School gymnasium is flooded with junior and senior bulldogs ready to visit with Mexico’s many employers.
Mexico High School, …
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By Sky Strauss, Staff Writer
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11/20/24
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The Mexico City Council held Tuesday, Nov. 12, began with a presentation regarding the construction of a veterans memorial right here in town. Chad Unterreiner, director of parks and recreation and …
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By Sky Strauss, Staff Writer
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11/20/24
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Historically, retailers have experienced an increase in wine sales around the holidays but in recent years, overall alcohol sales have declined about 5% across the nation. However, sales …
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By Sky Strauss, Staff Writer
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11/20/24
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Missouri Military Academy honors veterans with military review
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On Veterans Day, Missouri Military Academy welcomed local veterans and the public to the Alain M. Garcia Field House where cadets conducted a military review in honor of those who served. Military …
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By Sky Strauss, Staff Writer
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11/13/24
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Over the roar of students conversing with their peers, attempting to make sound financial decisions, a frustrated, “I make $2,000 a month! How am I broke!?” rings clear through the …
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By Sky Strauss, Staff Writer
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11/13/24
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Audrain County Historical Society Veterans Exhibit.
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The Audrain county Historical Society Veterans Exhibit displayed the museum’s finest pictures and memorabilia on the first floor of the Graceland Museum. This includes service uniforms, …
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By Sky Strauss, Staff Writer
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11/13/24
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Mexico’s own Rep. Kent Haden has been reelected to represent District 43 in the Missouri House of Representatives for his final term.
Long before running, Haden’s upbringing in a …
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By Sky Strauss, Staff Writer
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11/13/24
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Mexico Rotary presents donation for Tanzania project
The Rotary Club of Mexico recently presented a $2,000 donation to the Rotary Club of Fulton to support its projects in Tanzania. The Fulton …
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11/13/24
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Audrain County Prosecuting Attorney Jacob Shellabarger announces that Larry Dale Karhoff, 53, of Mexico, was sentenced to a total of 30 years in the Missouri Department of Corrections: 15 years on …
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11/13/24
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The Mexico Area Chamber of Commerce is thrilled to announce that Mark DeJaynes, a dedicated business owner and community leader, has been selected as the recipient of the C.R. Stribling Community …
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11/13/24
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Altrusa International of Mexico, Missouri, Inc. met on Oct. 24, at noon at The Oaks for their program meeting. The meeting was called to order by Co-President Nancy Early followed by the Pledge of …
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11/13/24
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Rain did not stop Freedom of Road Riders Local-13 on Nov. 9 from keeping a 38-year-old tradition from taking place. The Betty Adams Memorial Toy Run has collected and purchased toys to donate to The …
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11/13/24
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If you want to move throughout the day, follow a kindergarten student around!
With that in mind, McMillan Early Learning Center (MELC) recently hosted a Bring Your Family to PE Week.
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11/13/24
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Governor-Elect Mike Kehoe and Transition Director Adam Gresham announced the appointment of the governor-elect’s transition staff. This announcement follows Wednesday’s press conference …
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11/13/24
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Rocheport woman hits deer
A 49-year-old Rocheport woman suffered minor injuries in a one-vehicle accident that occurred on Nov. 8 at 6:30 a.m. on US 40 at Ivy Lane. According to Missouri State …
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11/11/24
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Audrain County saw 10,614 total ballots cast in the Nov. 5 2024 General Election as reported by the Audrain County Clerk's Office.
Local Overview
All of the candidates in the …
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By Sky Strauss, Staff Writer
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11/6/24
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Audrain County Area Public School Retirees (ACAPSR) met Oct. 2, at the Audrain County Courthouse Farnen Family Community Room. Audrain County Eastern Commissioner Leslie Meyer presented information …
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11/6/24
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Mexico’s seventh and eighth graders recently experienced democracy in action through a mock election. Students took on the roles of voters, navigated the ballot, and got a firsthand look at the …
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11/6/24
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