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Ninety-two Mexico High School (MHS) students received their academic letter at the sophomore/junior academic assembly, held in March. Students have to have over a 3.5 GPA for the entirety of their …
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4/4/24
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Missouri Military Academy Cadet Zijie Zhou, a high school senior from Shenzhen, China, gained valuable hands-on experience through an internship with the Public Works Department of Mexico, Missouri, …
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4/4/24
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Voters headed to the polls April 2 to the tune of 11.63 percent turnout. Of 15,171 voters, a total of 1,764 ballots were cast. Here are Audrain County results, with 16 of 16 precincts reporting.
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4/3/24
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What a night it was, as 28 teams and over 200 people participated in Audrain Humane Society’s 12th annual Trivia Night, recently held at the Audrain County 4-H Center. The always funny and …
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4/3/24
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A string of area fires may be the work of an arsonist.
Three recent fires bear similarities in nature, and officials are asking the public to be vigilant - and to reach out if they have any …
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4/3/24
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An Audrain County mainstay has announced she is stepping down from her role with the Audrain County Historical Museum. Lori Pratt has been director of the Audrain County Historical Museum for 10 …
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4/3/24
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The Mexico League of Women Voters held a City Council and Mexico School Board Candidate Forum, Tues. March 26. There are 5 candidates for City Council: Josh Price, Vicki Briggs, Chris …
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Photos by Teresa Kelly
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3/28/24
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The Rotary Club of Mexico, invited Missouri Military Academy cadets and instructor CW4 (R) Jason Landrum to present information on recent achievements of MMA’s cybersecurity program on Friday, …
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3/28/24
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The Kansas State University Carl R. Ice College of Engineering has selected 32 students for membership in the Engineering Ambassadors organization.
Engineering Ambassadors are …
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3/28/24
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Brad Ellebracht, Mexico High School (MHS) principal, has been selected as the Eastern MO National Speech and Debate (NSDA) High School Administrator of the Year. The NSDA recognizes an outstanding …
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3/27/24
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See Inside Today's Ledger for Complete Information!
As research continues to emphasize the importance of physical activity, social engagement, and healthy lifestyles for seniors, Mexico and its …
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3/27/24
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The Audrain County 4-H building was the site for a recent luncheon sponsored by the Audrain County Health Department (ACHD) and held for area farmers to get their fill of good food and farm safety …
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3/27/24
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The League of Women Voters Candidates Forum for both Mexico City Council and Mexico School Board was held on Tuesday, March 26 at the Mexico Area Chamber of Commerce.
There are five candidates …
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3/27/24
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ACHD hosts Farm Safety Lunch & Learn
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The Audrain County Health Department hosted a Farm Safety Lunch & Learn on March 20 at the Audrain County 4-H Center.
Guest speakers: Josh Stilley, MD, Emergency Medicine, MU Health Care; …
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Photos by Nathan Lilley
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3/26/24
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On Friday, March 22, at approximately 2:54 a.m., an alert resident reported suspicious activity in the south-central part of Mexico. Responding officers located and attempted to detain five to seven …
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3/26/24
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The 40 th annual Mark Twain Lake Antique Show and Sale was held Saturday, March 23, boasting about 40 premium dealers. Featuring top-notch antiques, the show featured a cross section of …
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3/26/24
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A perennial favorite is marking a milestone this year.
That favorite, the Mark Twain Lake Antique Show and Sale - will host its 40th annual event. That’s a substantial run for anything, …
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3/20/24
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The City of Mexico’s Annual Spring Cleanup is just around the corner and city officials stress that city residents be aware that guidelines will be strictly enforced in order for certain items …
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3/20/24
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The Mexico City Council met at its regularly scheduled meeting on Monday, March 11. At the top of the meeting, retiring Parks and Recreation director Chad Shoemaker gave a presentation about all of …
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By Austin Krohn, Correspondent
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3/20/24
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Two people, Guadalupe Rangal Lara, 34, of Fulton; and Montalee Burks, 61, of Columbia sustained moderate injuries in a two-vehicle accident that occurred at 11:45 a.m. Saturday, March 16 on westbound …
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3/19/24
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Foster grandparent program to turn 60; years later still shows a proven benefit to multi-generations
It was the mid-1960s; poverty was running rampant. The overall national poverty rate was 19 percent. The War on Poverty was the unofficial name for legislation first introduced by US President Lyndon …
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3/14/24
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Given’s retirement will be celebrated with an alumni performance at 7 pm on April 6 at Emmons Hall
After 30 years leading Mexico High School's theater department Sara Given will be …
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3/14/24
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Mexico’s Annual Spring Cleanup will be held on Saturdays during the month of April. People who are current residential refuse customers and regular pickup day is Tuesday, Wednesday, or Friday, …
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3/13/24
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Young appointed judge
Governor Mike Parson recently announced judicial appointments to the 11th and 12th Judicial Circuits, with a familiar name on the list.
Melissa Buckman Young, of …
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3/13/24
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A longtime City of Mexico recently announced he is moving on, as Chad Shoemaker closes out a 21-year tenure as the Mexico Parks and Recreation director. During that time, Mexico’s park system …
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3/13/24
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