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August 10, 2023
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GOING BACK TO THE BASICS, Rebecca Price worked with Percy in the backyard of her Clinton home. Price told The Democrat, “Getting a dog to climb up on the stand is one of the first things I teach because it focuses their attention and reduces distractions. Percy ignored Crumb, a pug who observed the training.
Army Veteran Becomes Bona Fide Dog Trainer
On March 7, U. S. Army veteran Rebecca Price packed her car with clothing, bedding, kitchen items and her three-month old Dalmatian puppy, Percy. Leaving their home on Ohio Street in Clinton, Rebecca … more
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END OF AN ERA, Dorothy Warren will remember the last day of Windsor’s International Shoe Factory and the people who worked there; Factory Superintendent Kenneth Eldred, his son Clifford and Maintenance Manager Elmer Brown.
Historical Society Looks Forward To A Look Back On Shoe Factory
In 1931, the International Shoe Factory opened in Windsor. Its payroll carried the town through the Depression and four more decades, but by 1985, its days were numbered. “I was there when the … more
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CLINTON CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS were addressed by Floyd Romig regarding a ‘Welcome Homeless’ sign near his Allen Street home.
Concern Over Allen Street "Welcome Homeless Sign"
The Clinton City Council met in open session August 1, at City Hall. Councilwomen Debbie Smith and Martha Nichols were absent. Following roll call and the recitation of the Pledge of Allegiance, the … more
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A STORIED RETAILING CAREER came to an end with the retirement of Clinton Walmart Store Manager Jane Marshall who began as a cashier in 1975. Walmart Regional Manager Hanna Diamond attended a reception for Marshall where she presented her with a bouquet.
Well-Known Walmart Manager Calls It A Day
More than 120 people gathered in the women’s apparel department at the Clinton Walmart on Wednesday morning, July 26, to mark the retirement of store manager Jane Marshall. The location was … more
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BATTLING FLAMES for approximately 5 hours, the Clinton Fire Department responded to a fire on Ohio Street Friday evening.
Kitchen Fire Causes Major Blaze On East Ohio Street
At 5:13pm on Friday, July 28th, the Clinton Fire Department was dispatched to 501 East Ohio Street on a reported cooking fire in the kitchen of the residence. The on-duty crew of 3 personnel … more
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MAKING LIFELONG FRIENDS is one of the highlights of being an Elks member according to Davin Newman who is the Exalted Ruler of the Clinton Elks Lodge, founded in 1906.
Running With The Elks: Joining Lodge Leads To New Ties In Clinton
In 2020, Davin Newman and his family sold everything they owned and moved from Kirksville, Mo., to Clinton. In Clinton, he had an opportunity to take over a State Farm insurance agency from the … more
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GEARING UP for the Appleton City Fair on August 19, Linda Lampkin spoke with an Appleton City family at The Carousel which was a hallmark of the fair for 11 years.
Carousel Gains Nationwide Fans
On Friday of Memorial Day Weekend, Appleton City resident Linda Lampkin opened a new attraction that was familiar to many residents— the carousel that children rode every year at the Appleton … more
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August 3, 2023
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July 27, 2023
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July 20, 2023
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SUMMER IS SIZZLING at the Henry County Library where The Wonders Of Wildlife Museum will arrive this Saturday. Keaton, a WoW educator, will show exotic animals including an alligator.
Walk On The WoW Side: Wonders Of Wildlife Brings Reading To Life!
On Saturday, July 22, Henry County Library will turn into “Saturday Afternoon Live” when a van from Johnny Morris’ Wonders of Wildlife Museum arrives with live animals. Wonders of … more
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RECENT BOILING TEMPERATURES have seen area organizations helping folks avoid heat stroke. Clinton Samaritan Center Director Sheila Barkwell received 20 box fans from Henry County Health Center’s Dana Hall.
What To Know: Henry County Responds To Major Heat Wave
It is a hot day in June at a Girl Scout summer camp in Tennessee. Scouts are standing in a horseshoe formation, an open circle facing the flagpole, waiting for the closing flag ceremony to begin. … more
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READY FOR THE CURTAIN CALL, Stevee Wittlieb and Alyson Kessinger are the directors of “Rapunzel,” a Missoula Children’s Theatre musical. It will be showcased at Clinton High School Performing Arts Center July 22.
Hair Lowering Fun: Rapunzel Comes To Clinton This Week
In the musical production of the Grimm’s fairy tale coming to Clinton this week, that hair is an eight-foot long braid made out of shiny purple material. “It weighs about four … more
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ONWARD AND UPWARD, Chamber of Commerce Director David Lee reported on his organizations progress during a Clinton City Council meeting. Lee also responded to a question regarding the theft of about 1,000 rubber ducks used for the Fire Quacker. See story below for details.
Chamber Director Touts Membership At City Council
The Clinton City Council met in open session July 11 at City Hall. Councilmen Gene Henry and Roger House were absent. Following roll call and the reciting of the Pledge of Allegiance, the previous … more
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July 13, 2023
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A LOVE FOR THE ROCK ISLAND TRAIL was on display in Windsor during the dedication of Missouri’s newest state park. Kim Henderson, third from left and other Friends of the Rock Island Trail State Park attended the event. Henderson was a keynote speaker.
Wheeling Into Windsor: MO's Newest State Park Makes Debut
Close to 30 years ago, Kim Henderson was working as an officer in a Windsor bank near Casey’s. When she looked out the window, she could see bicyclists pass by on the KATY Trail. There was the … more
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GONE BUT NOT FORGOTTEN, Joe Moser who documented the demolition of the Western Auto Building in Windsor salvaged a piece of the tin ceiling cornice. He displayed the item when speaking to the Historical Society.
Landmark Demolition Brings Multitude Of Unsolved Mysteries
The Windsor Historical Society’s monthly programs for June and July were titled “What We Learned from the Demolition of the Western Auto Building.” But the programs could have been … more
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Library Suspends Cards Pending Parental Approval
Effective immediately, all Henry County Library cardholders aged 17 and under will have their library card accounts temporarily suspended until a parent or guardian visits the library to give their … more
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A TASTE OF New Orleans NEAR TIGHTWAD, Austin McClure stopped at Frank’s Fish Shack for breakfast.
Frank's Fish Shack Brings Big Easy Alfresco To Hwy 7
The sun is over the horizon, the hawks are staking out spots on the telephone wires and the flags are flying at Frank’s Fish Shack, on Highway 7 near Tightwad. It’s the first full weekend … more
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July 6, 2023
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MAN WITH A PLAN, Clinton Regional Airport Manager Joel Long reviews architectural renderings for the new Terminal Building.
Ready For Takeoff! A New Airport Manager For Clinton
In 1992, Joel Long was sitting in an aerospace class at Middle Tennessee State University when the instructor asked people to raise their hands if they worked as a pilot. Half a dozen students did. … more
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A STORIED PAST, Jeff Cross along with his wife Debbie and son Steven are proud of being part of one of the oldest Ford dealerships in the country, Zink Motor Company. Jeff Cross was recognized with a plaque in 2019 for his 25 years as a Ford dealer.
Appleton City Takes Ride Through History As It Celebrates The Model T
In 1916, Dee Zink was living on his family farm, southeast of Appleton City, when it was hit by a tornado. Dee decided he didn’t want to farm any more, and hearing that the Schuller Brothers … more
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Ian McCarthy
Guilty Finding In Case Of Shooting Death Of Clinton Police Officer
Ian McCarthy, 45, has been found guilty of murder in the first degree for the 2017 shooting death of Clinton Police Officer Gary Lee Michael, Jr. Henry County Prosecuting Attorney LaChrisha Gray and … more
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A LOVE LITERATURE inspired Brenda Fuller to pen a series of “Youth Sleuth” works. Fuller also writes intergenerational stories about her mother, “Grammie” and her great-children.
Urich "Youth Sleuth" Author Plots Books, Product
In past lives, Brenda Fuller has been a swimming pool manager, a camp counselor and a “resale retail” (thrift store) salesperson. More recently, she worked as a substitute teacher in the … more
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