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At the R-II School Board meeting last Thursday night. I was impressed that so many teachers were there. When we first went in, I went over to Penny Eason and told her, “You get your husband back tonight.” Darrell retired after 21 years on the board. The teachers were there to honor the  retirees. The

Home security systems often provide homeowners with peace of mind, and the sign in front of your residence provides a warning to would-be burglars. Unfortunately, door-to-door scammers or deceptive salespeople have been known to use alarm system sales and maintenance to take advantage of consumers. An unscrupulous door-to-door salesperson might stop by and warn you

The Missouri State Fair will be held as scheduled August 13-23, 2020. However, the Fair will look differently than previous years. The mission of our Fair has always been to showcase Missouri agriculture, so our livestock shows will continue to honor that tradition. Details for our vendors, sponsors, and other partners are still being determined.

A Monett resident is in custody following a traffic stop by a Sheriff’s K-9 Deputy near N HWY and 1575 RD just West of Sheldon in Vernon County Wednesday morning. According to Vernon County Sheriff Jason Mosher, a deputy observed a 2008 Chevy Impala make several minor traffic violations and using the computer in his

Four new members have recently been appointed to the OATS Transit Board of Directors. Angie Crowder of Moberly, Jeff Lee­man of Sedalia, Stacey Steffens of Alma and Tammy Nadler of Clinton are newest member to join the statewide Board of Directors.  They were sworn into office at the regular board meeting on May 26. Angie

Kaylee Lower is a 9th year Cedar County 4-H member. She is a member is the Osage River 4-H Club. She says, “My favorite thing about being a Cedar County 4-H member is having the opportunity to interact with fellow 4-H members at club meetings, council county meetings, and livestock shows. Throughout my time in

Pending expiration of Phase 1 on June 15, Governor Mike Parson announced Thursday that Missouri will fully reopen and enter Phase 2 of its “Show Me Strong Recovery” Plan on Tuesday, June 16. “It is truly incredible to think about how far Missouri has come since March. At that time, no one knew what to

The El Dorado Springs Chamber of Commerce first annual Picnic in the Park was attended by over 120 area community and business leaders. The event was also the organization’s annual meeting for 2020. Chamber of Commerce CEO, Jackson Tough said “We were pleased that so many joined us to support the El Dorado Springs Chamber

Sheriff Scott Keeler reported deputies made four arrests and took multiple reports during the week of June 2 through 9, 2020. Warrant Arrests Heath O’Toole- On June 4, Heath O’Toole, 37, Springfield, was arrested by a St. Clair County deputy on a class D felony possession of a controlled substance. O’Toole was placed on a