June 5, 2025

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  • Have I Got A Line For You!

    Thursday, June 5

    If you like parades, keep in mind that Warsaw will be having one on June 7 at 11:00 AM on Main Street. It’s the Annual Jubilee Days Parade that begins down by the Town Branch and disperses when …

  • Word On The Street

    Thursday, June 5

    Do you like to go out on the lake in the summer? On a boat, no swimming. -Andy Wenger I like my feet firmly planted on soil. -Sylvie Richards As much and as often as …

  • Get To Know Clinton, MO - Karen Beasley

    Thursday, June 5

    NAME: Karen Beasley BIRTHPLACE: Sacramento, CA. YEARS IN HENRY COUNTY: FAMILY: 50 THE BEST THING ABOUT LIVING IN HENRY COUNTY IS: Small town living. OCCUPATION: Grandma. …

  • Clinton Chamber Of Commerce Update

    Thursday, June 5

    A huge THANK YOU to the folks at FOX4 KC for featuring Clinton as their first Zip Trip of the year. If you did not catch it Friday morning (5.30), we will be sharing their interviews and more on our …

  • Avery Was An Early Day Pioneer In Henry County

    Thursday, June 5

    From 1820 to 1830, what is now called Henry County was called Lafayette or “Lillard” county and was comprised of what is now Lafayette, Johnson, Henry, ½ of St Clair, about 4/5 of …

  • GVMH Welcomes New Family Nurse Practitioner At Windsor Clinic

    Thursday, June 5

    Golden Valley Memorial Healthcare (GVMH) is pleased to welcome Jessica Berney, Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP), to its Windsor Clinic. Berney brings a wealth of knowledge and compassionate care to …

  • The Little Apple

    Thursday, June 5

    May 28, 2025 The Montrose VFW will have a flag retirement ceremony at 8:00 p.m. June 12, outside the VFW Hall on Montrose’s Main Street (Missouri Ave.). Flags may be left in the receptacle on …

  • Summer Reading Program Starts At HCL On June 7

    Thursday, June 5

    Color Our World is the theme for this year’s Summer Reading Program at the Henry County Library. The program runs from June 7th - August 2nd, and listeners and readers ages 0-17 may register …

  • Missouri Realtors Relief Foundation Offering $250,000 To Missourians Impacted By Tornadoes

    Thursday, June 5

    In collaboration with the National Association of REALTORS® Relief Foundation, the Missouri REALTORS® Relief Foundation is proud to make $250,000 available to Missourians impacted by the …

  • RISE To The Finish

    Thursday, June 5

    Every child deserves the opportunity to have fun, meet friends, and have some friendly competition. On June 6th, RISE Community Services is offering just that to those with special needs. The RISE To …

  • LEAP To Host Barn Dance And Chicken Dinner

    Thursday, June 5

    Lewis Equine Assisted Programs (LEAP) will hold its third annual Barn Dance fundraising event on Saturday, June 14, 2025, from 5:30 PM until 8:30 PM at the Lowry City Civic Center located at 406 W …

  • Steven Ray Jones

    Thursday, June 5

    Steven Ray Jones, son of Ray and Helen (Rhodes) Jones, was born June 12, 1957, in Wichita, Kansas. Steve passed away on May 27 th , 2025, after a long illness, with family by his side, at the age of …

  • Robert "Bob" Fenwick

    Thursday, June 5

    Robert “Bob” Fenwick, age 95, passed away on Sunday, March 23, 2025 at Golden Valley Memorial Hospital in Clinton, Missouri. Robert (Bob) Leland Fenwick was born on November 12, 1929 to …

  • Melba Jean Willett

    Thursday, June 5

    Melba Jean Willett, age 88, passed away on Sunday, March 23, 2025 at her home in Clinton, Missouri. Melba Jean Willet was born on June 19, 1936 to Fred Wallin and Beulah (Alpin) Wallin in Walnut …

  • Clara Fields

    Thursday, June 5

    Clara Fields, age 79, passed away on Monday, April 7, 2025 at Windsor Healthcare and Rehab Center in Windsor, Missouri. Clara “Ansu” Fields was born on April 2, 1946 to James Theodore …

  • Dorothy Massingill

    Thursday, June 5

    Dorothy Massingill, age 73, of Stover, Missouri passed away on Monday, April 14, 2025 at Golden Valley Memorial Hospital in Clinton, Missouri. Dorothy Massingill was born on April 11, 1952 to Betty …

  • Audrey Mae Huffman

    Thursday, June 5

    Audrey Mae Huffman, age 89, passed away on Thursday, March 13, 2025 at her home in Urich, Missouri. Audrey Mae Huffman was born on April 8, 1935 in Kansas City, Missouri to Lewis and Goldie (Barnet) …

  • Church News

    Thursday, June 5

    Calhoun Community Church Welcome to the Good News from the Calhoun Community Church, “The Historical Church on the Square”. We gather as a Multi-Denominational Congregation at 9:30 AM for …

  • The Shepherd Calls

    Thursday, June 5

    Getting to Know Him - Twenty in the Series About That Reward Jesus said, “Whoever gives just a cup of cold water . . . because he is my disciple . . . will never lose his reward.” …

  • REVIEWing The Past

    Thursday, June 5

    One-Room Schools Closing 60 Years Ago After the Civil War, there were as many as 25 one-room schools educating rural students in the Windsor four-county area which included Benton, Henry, Johnson, …

  • Down On The Creek

    Thursday, June 5

    Warm Weather Baptists Will Rogers noted in his column back in 1924 how the Hollywood director, Cecil B. DeMille, in a moving picture had parted the Red Sea. He went on to say that more people …

  • Lady Cardinals Come Up Short In Narrow Championship Loss

    Thursday, June 5

    LADY CARDINALS SOCCER played a hard fought game in the Class 2 District 5 championship but were clipped by Logan-Rogersville in a 1-0 final. Clinton's season came to an end with an overall record of …

  • Greyhounds Pick-Up Post-Season Honors For Spring Sports

    Thursday, June 5

    Windsor High Sports Shorts Postseason Awards Last week the WHS spring sports coaches were asked to acknowledge their postseason awards. Those include: Baseball: Kaysinger …

  • Clinton Power & Speed Offers Summer Workouts

    Thursday, June 5

    The Summer Strength and Conditioning Program will be offered to any incoming 6th-12th Grader in the Clinton School District. It began on Tuesday, May 27 and will run thru Thursday, July 31. Sessions …

  • Clinton Students Chosen For Missouri Girls & Boys State

    Thursday, June 5

    Clinton High School students were selected to represent the community as delegates at Girls State and Boys State this summer. Girls include (L to R): Katrianna Cole & Hadley DeLozier Boys include …

  • CCA's Hyke Makes History For Patriots With College Signing

    Thursday, June 5

    Clinton Christian Academy Senior Athlete Clara Hyke has become the first Patriot to sign an athletic scholarship to play a college sport. Clara (daughter of Nathan and Becky Hyke) will be playing …

  • Quilt Of Valor Awarded To Creighton's Salmon

    Thursday, June 5

    Garnett (GA) Salmon, Creighton, a retired Henry County farmer/rancher, was awarded a quilt on April 25 by the Quilts of Valor Foundation in Butler, Missouri. Mr. Salmon served in the USMC 1969-1971 …

  • Property Tax Freeze Brings A Boost To County's Seniors

    Thursday, June 5

    In a move to provide lasting financial relief for older residents, the Henry County Commission has officially enacted an ordinance establishing a property tax credit for eligible senior citizens. …

  • Burglary Suspect In Custody Following Vehicle Pursuit

    Thursday, June 5

    The Henry County Sheriff’s Office has taken Joseph Christopher Roberts, age 60, of Sedalia, into custody following a coordinated investigation into a recent burglary and a subsequent vehicle …

  • Wheels For Meals Brought More Than Just Bucks To Senior Center

    Thursday, June 5

    After living a full life, some may retire. They might imagine spending their days sitting on their porch or lounging around their relaxing house. However, some days, you may end up wanting somewhere …

  • Clinton PD Makes Arrests For Prostitution

    Thursday, June 5

    A prostitution and human trafficking scheme was just broken up by an undercover operation by the Clinton Police Department on June 2nd. Two women have been taken into custody and court documents …

  • Four Paws And Big Heart! Therapy Dog Brings Smiles To Rehabilitation Patients

    Thursday, June 5

    From a fear of every dog to running a growing small business that surrounds her with man’s best friend every second of her day. This has been the reality of Rebecca Price ever since she looked …

  • Dine And Donate Program Will Turn Local Dollars Into Lifesaving Support

    Thursday, June 5

    Over seven million Americans are grappling with the effects of one debilitating disease, Alzheimer’s. According to the Alzheimer’s Association, Missouri alone has over 120 thousand cases. …

  • The Loss Of A Local Legend: Jim Summers

    Wednesday, June 4

    On a solemn Tuesday morning, May 20, 2025, the Warsaw Assembly of God Church became a gathering place for those whose lives were touched by Jim. The Reser Funeral Home had opened its doors, allowing …

  • Benton County Sheriff's Report

    Wednesday, June 4

    5-23-25 to 5-29-25 Briana Soliz of Sedalia, MO was sentenced on 5-23-25 to 48 hours in the Benton County Detention Facility. Subject completed her sentence and was released. Hayden G Minton …

  • That's A Wrap! Cardinals, Bluebirds Put A Cap On 2025 Spring Sports Seasons

    Wednesday, June 4

    We extend our compliments to the Warsaw softball girls on their incredible season and winning the Class 2 state championship. While Lincoln and Cole Camp didn't claim top honors, they made …

  • 'Cats Highlight All-Conference Lists For OHC

    Wednesday, June 4

    Below are All-Ozark Highlands Conference selections, as voted on by participating coaches: 1st Team Kendall Bagley, Sr, SS, Warsaw; Bryler Ford, Jr, 3B/P, Adrian; Josh Bunch, Sr, P, Warsaw; …

  • Ladycats Put Seven On All-OHC Teams

    Wednesday, June 4

    Below are All-Ozark Highlands Conference selections, as voted on by participating coaches: 1st Team Brylee Brewster, Warsaw; Kylee Dubray, Butler; Taylor Hudson, Butler; Emmersyn Miskell, …

  • Warsaw Gets Five All-District Selections

    Wednesday, June 4

    Below are All-District softball rosters for Class 2 District 7 as voted on by participating coaches: 1st Team Pitcher: Brylee Brewster, Sr, Warsaw; Makenna Shockley, Jr, Skyline; Leah …

  • Meet The People Of Benton County - Daytona Kinnan

    Wednesday, June 4

    NAME: Daytona Kinnan BIRTHPLACE: na YEARS IN BENTON COUNTY: 17 years FAMILY: Mom, Sharon Kinnan; Sister, Paula Jordan WHAT I WANT TO BE WHEN I GROW UP: I haven't really figured …

  • Fristoe News

    Wednesday, June 4

    The Fristoe area has been blessed this week with a lot of wonderful moisture and agreeable temperatures to bring those seeds taking root and coming out of the ground. Just about everyone has lettuce, …

  • B.P.O.E. Lodge #2783

    Wednesday, June 4

    Dining at The Lodge: Wednesday Served 5:00 PM-7:00 PM June 4, Tenderloin w/Fries, $8 June 11, Wings w/Fries, 6-$8 or 8-$10 June 18, No Food June 25, Meat Manicotti or Chicken Broccoli Fettuccini …

  • Have I Got A Line For You!

    Wednesday, June 4

    If you like parades, keep in mind that Warsaw will be having one on June 7 at 11:00 AM on Main Street. It’s the Annual Jubilee Days Parade that begins down by the Town Branch and disperses when …

  • Financial Focus

    Wednesday, June 4

    Whether your children are in grade school or high school, they’ll be leaving for college or trade school before you know it. With the cost of education rising, now is the time to prepare for …

  • Word On The Street

    Wednesday, June 4

    What is your favorite thing about Jubilee Days? The fried food! -J.C. Minks The food trucks and lemonade! -Hailey Ferguson Everyone coming together, and good corn dogs! …

  • Down On The Creek

    Wednesday, June 4

    Warm Weather Baptists Will Rogers noted in his column back in 1924 how the Hollywood director, Cecil B. DeMille, in a moving picture had parted the Red Sea. He went on to say that more people …

  • St. Paul's To Purchase Old Luetjen Property

    Wednesday, June 4

    It has been learned this past week the St Paul’s Church in Cole Camp has purchased the Donnie Luetjen properties on Elm and on Jefferson Streets. Allegedly, the intention is to raze the …

  • Elnora Alexander

    Wednesday, June 4

    Mary Elnora (Breshears) Alexander, age 85, of Warsaw, passed away on Thursday, May 29, 2025, at her home. She was born on March 9, 1940, in Warsaw, Missouri, the daughter of Elvin Breshears and Mary …

  • Gail Elgin

    Wednesday, June 4

    Zona Gail Elgin, age 57, of Warsaw, passed away Monday, May 26, 2025, at her home. She was born on October 18, 1967, the daughter of Charlotte Elgin Beyer and David Lee Elgin. She grew up in …

  • Judy Forth

    Wednesday, June 4

    Judy Forth, age 78, passed away May 28, 2025 at Research Hospital after a battle with cancer. Judy grew up in Fairfield Missouri until moving to Warsaw in 1965. She had a son Robert E. Jackson. …

  • Maggie E. Gardner

    Wednesday, June 4

    Maggie Ellen (Spry) Gardner, age 79, of Sedalia, was called to her eternal home on Saturday, May 31, 2025. She was born on January 9, 1945, in Edwards, Missouri, the beloved daughter of Ben and Hazel …

  • Charles Ray Gregory

    Wednesday, June 4

    Charles Ray Gregory, 60, of Denison, KS, passed away Monday, May 26, 2025 at his home with family by his side. He was born on August 27, 1964, to Herbert Donald Gregory and Velma Carr Gregory. He …

  • Shelley R. James

    Wednesday, June 4

    Shelley R. James, age 59, of Warsaw, passed away on Thursday, May 15, 2025, at her home. She was born on January 5, 1966, in Kansas City, Missouri, the daughter of Earl and Helen (Copenhaver) James. …

  • Dale W. Long

    Wednesday, June 4

    Dale W. Long, age 84, of Warsaw, passed away Wednesday, May 21, 2025 at his home. He was born on October 8, 1940 in Richland, Missouri, the son of Oda and Alice (Rowden) Long. He grew up on a farm in …

  • Maxine Louallen

    Wednesday, June 4

    Maxine Louallen, 82, of Edwards, Missouri, passed away peacefully at her home on May 20, 2025. She was born on March 16, 1942, in Lamesa, Texas, to Joe and Dorothy Pounds. On August 10, 1963, …

  • Rebecca L. Miller

    Wednesday, June 4

    Rebecca Lynn Miller, age 66, of Sedalia, passed away on Wednesday, May 28, 2025, at her home. She was born on July 19, 1958, in Bolivar, Missouri, the daughter of Freddie Bernard Miller and Willie …

  • Pauline Rush

    Wednesday, June 4

    Pauline Rush, age 81, of Edwards, passed away Tuesday, May 27, 2025 at the Lake Regional Hospital in Osage Beach, Missouri. She was born on February 17, 1944 in Edwards, Missouri the daughter of …

  • Larry W. Schultz

    Wednesday, June 4

    Larry Wayne Schultz, age 80, of Warsaw, passed away Monday, May 26, 2025 at his home, surrounded by his family. He was born on September 30, 1944 in Sedalia, Missouri the son of Leo Wilbur and Betty …

  • Alma Lorene (Fiscus) Smith

    Wednesday, June 4

    Alma L. (Fiscus) Smith, age 87, of Warsaw, Missouri, passed away peacefully on May 16, 2025 in Beebe, Arkansas. Born on August 1, 1937, to Charles W. Fiscus and Nellie A. Fiscus, Alma lived a life …

  • Church News

    Wednesday, June 4

    From The Pastor's Desk In hope of eternal life, which God that cannot lie promised before the world began. -Titus 1:2 Judy Forth. I cannot imagine a world without Judy Forth, 78, but here …

  • City Of Lincoln Receives Blue Shield Designation From State Of Missouri

    Wednesday, June 4

    Lincoln Police Chief, Andrew Breshears has proudly announced Lincoln has received its Blue Shield designation from the Missouri Department of Public Safety. The prestigious honor recognizes Missouri …

  • Warsaw Board Of Aldermen Recognize Ladycats With Proclamation

    Wednesday, June 4

    "Now therefore be it proclaimed . . . as elected representatives of the citizens of Warsaw . . . officially declare the day of May 28 as Lady Wildcats Day in the City of Warsaw" Upon Mayor …

  • Truth Unveiled: Arrest Made In Cody Garrett Murder Case

    Wednesday, June 4

    In a chilling saga that gripped Warsaw and sent shockwaves through Columbia, Missouri, the community was confronted with the unsettling disappearance of 28-year old Cody Garrett on June 12, 2021. The …

  • Jubilee Days To Bring Wild, Wild West & Lots Of Wow!

    Wednesday, June 4

    The 58th Annual Jubilee Days will kick-off with the Jubilee Days Baby Contest on Wednesday, June 4 in the Warsaw Community Building. All babies up to 24 months old whose parents reside in the Warsaw …

  • Ladycats Win Spring Softball State Championship!

    Wednesday, June 4

    The last time the Warsaw softball program won a state championship, most of the girls on the team now were being pushed around in strollers. Now, fast forward 15 years, it was them doing the pushing …

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