September 12, 2024

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  • Carol A. Krider-Martin

    Thursday, September 12

    Carol A. Krider-Martin, 85, of Warsaw, Indiana passed away Thursday, September 5, 2024. Born March 13, 1939, in Noble County, Indiana she was the daughter of the late Henry Errol and Ailsa …

  • Sharon Dolan

    Thursday, September 12

    Sharon Elizabeth Dolan was born in Clinton Missouri on September 14, 1950 to James Francis and Anna Pauline Pearcy. Sharon was a 1968 graduate of Clinton High School. Some years later she moved to …

  • Michael L. Zellers

    Thursday, September 12

    Michael L. Zellers, age 77, of O’Fallon, Missouri passed away on Monday, July 29, 2024 at Missouri Baptist Hospital in St. Louis, Missouri. Mike was born on August 21, 1946, in Clinton, …

  • Orbon McMillian

    Thursday, September 12

    Orbon McMillian, age 93, of Clinton, Missouri passed away on Saturday, August 24, 2024 at Adair Village in Clinton, Missouri. Orbon was born on February 13, 1931 in Branson, Missouri. He was one of …

  • Delores Wellington

    Thursday, September 12

    Delores Wellington, age 84, passed away on Thursday, August 22, 2024 at her home in Clinton, Missouri. Delores Helene Wellington was born on March 30, 1940 in Van Buren, Missouri. Delores was the …

  • Have I Got A Line For You!

    Thursday, September 12

    Lord Almighty! The old Russiagate ploy is back. Attorney General Merrick Garland is accusing Russia of using state media to spread disinformation before the Presidential election. Pot meet kettle! …

  • Letter To The Editor

    Thursday, September 12

    To The Editor, When I ran for City Council I made a promise to you the voters, that I would work hard to address the numerous concerns you had plaguing our city. Issues like: tall grass, junk, …

  • Word On The Street

    Thursday, September 12

    What kind of music do you like to listen to? Hip hop. -Bobbi Everything. -Michael Anything happy. -Jay

  • Get To Know Clinton, MO - Bill Smith

    Thursday, September 12

    NAME: Bill Smith BIRTHPLACE: Bentonville, AR YEARS IN Henry County: 50ish FAMILY: Son and Grandson THE BEST THING ABOUT LIVING IN Henry CounTY IS: I live out in the country so it …

  • Clinton Chamber Of Commerce Update

    Thursday, September 12

    SAVE THE DATE: Sept. 18th; Economic Development Luncheon. Join the Chamber and Economic Development director Mark Dawson for a discussion on what’s going on in Clinton. For details, just go the …

  • Democratic Club Of Henry County Now Open

    Thursday, September 12

    Now Open! Election Office at 212 S. Washington in Clinton. Hours: Sun. & Mon Closed, Tues.- Fri. 3-7pm, Sat. 10 am - 3 pm. Signs, buttons, and bumper stickers available! Stop in to visit and for …

  • Members Of The Community Invited To Participate In MOA With USACE

    Thursday, September 12

    PROJECT INFORMATION: The United States Corps of Engineers (USACE), in consultation with the City of Clinton, Missouri, the Missouri State Historic Preservation Officer, and The Osage Nation, are …

  • REVIEWing The Past

    Thursday, September 12

    Two Hundred Thirty-Seven Years Ago Signing of the U.S. Constitution Two hundred thirty-seven years ago on September 17, 1787, the 42 delegates of the Constitutional Convention in Philadelphia signed …

  • Harvester's Food Distribution Held In Windsor

    Thursday, September 12

    The Harvester’s Food Distribution was held on September 7, 2024 at the Windsor United Methodist Church. Marti Carter, local Harvester’s coordinator in Windsor, said 18 volunteers served …

  • Church News

    Thursday, September 12

    Calhoun Community Church Calhoun Colt Show Union Church News September 8, 2024 Fifty folk from the Calhoun Community Area Churches came together for a Union Church service Sunday during our Annual …

  • The Shepherd Calls

    Thursday, September 12

    About Those BIG Red Trucks You likely have seen one of those big red trucks traveling on Garton Road. Aren’t they pretty? Don’t you wish everyone would keep their vehicles that neat and …

  • The Little Apple

    Thursday, September 12

    September 4, 2024 Due to a scheduling conflict, the Knights of Columbus will have their monthly pancake and sausage breakfast at the Hall in Montrose on Sunday, September 15 from 8:30–10:00 …

  • Municipal Court

    Thursday, September 12

    Gary Cover Arraignments 8/6/24 Omar Ayon Flores, Exceeded Posted Speed Limit (20-25 Mph Over), Defendant Sentenced To Fine $155.50 And Court Cost Jason Matthew Boatright, Building Code …

  • MSHP Releases Labor Day Holiday Statistics

    Thursday, September 12

    Seven people died in traffic crashes, two people died in a boating crash, and one person drowned during the 2024 Labor Day holiday weekend. The 2024 counting period for the Labor Day holiday was from …

  • GVMH Announces September Employee Of The Month

    Thursday, September 12

     Golden Valley Memorial Healthcare (GVMH) is pleased to announce that Lori Williams is the September Employee of the Month. Williams has been an employee of GVMH since 2016 and works as a …

  • Injuries Pile Up As Cardinals Lose To Odessa

    Thursday, September 12

    A football team at any level is usually just an injury to a key player away from their fortunes being turned upside-down, and the Cardinals are no exemption to that as their sideline continues to …

  • Lady Cards Shut Down By Sherwood, Smith-Cotton; Beat Montrose

    Thursday, September 12

    Clinton trailed just 2-1 at the end of the fourth, but Sherwood plated 8 runs over the next 3 innings to take a 10-2 win over the Lady Cardinals last Tuesday night. Six errors in the field didn't aid …

  • Cards Soccer Blanks Boonville In Big Win

    Thursday, September 12

    EARLY AND OFTEN, the Cardinals offense was on the move as they shutout Boonville last Monday at home, 8-0. The win improved their season record to 2-1 after dropping their season opener to …

  • CCA Volleyball Takes Second At Garden City

    Thursday, September 12

    On Saturday, September 7, the Clinton Christian Academy (CCA) Varsity volleyball team journeyed to Garden City for a tournament hosted by Training Center Christian. The day began early with the first …

  • History Restored! Couple Saves A Storied Landmark

    Thursday, September 12

    In March of 1994, Dorotha and Leroy Swopes of Branson celebrated their wedding anniversary at the KATY Railroad Depot in Appleton City. Across the street from the depot was the old Durley Hotel, a …

  • Model T Hillbilly Tour Revs Up With A Visit To Zink Ford

    Thursday, September 12

    The 41st Hillbilly Tour of the Heart of the Ozarks Chapter of the Model T Ford Club of America rolled into Appleton City last Saturday morning under sunny skies. The cool day was perfect for motoring …

  • Local Recycler Faces Major Challenge With Equipment

    Thursday, September 12

    When you operate on a shoestring budget, an unplanned expense can create big challenges. Such is the case with Henry County Industries, a local recycling service. Recently, a baler broke that the …

  • Ladycats Rip Past Lincoln In Both Team's Season Opener

    Wednesday, September 11

    In a much anticipated matchup for both squads, especially because it was the first game of the season for both, the Ladycats of Warsaw downed the Lincoln Lady Cardinals in straight sets last Tuesday …

  • Wildcats Earn Tough Comeback Win On The Road Against Ranked Adrian

    Wednesday, September 11

    It was a battle of heavyweights in an early season Ozark Highlands Conference matchup on Friday night when the Wildcats took to the road at Adrian to take on the #2 ranked team in Class 1. Both …

  • Tipton Flies By Cardinals In Week 2 Contest

    Wednesday, September 11

    On a beautiful Friday night of fall football, the Tipton Cardinals soundly defeated the Lincoln Cardinals at Lincoln, 34-8. Tipton's passing attack and three interceptions destroyed the Cardinals …

  • Cole Camp Survives Holden Comeback For First Win

    Wednesday, September 11

    Cole Camp played Holden at home on Tuesday, August 3, winning in 5 sets; 25-17, 26-24, 24-26,15-25, 16-14. The Lady Bluebirds took the first two sets only to see Holden come back with two …

  • Bluebirds' Pains Continue To Grow In Loss At Windsor

    Wednesday, September 11

    The Cole Camp Bluebirds lost 49-7 to the Windsor Greyhounds on the road last Friday. Windsor scored 12 the first quarter and 16 in the second to lead 28-0 at the half. The Greyhounds added 15 in the …

  • Missouri Media Rankings

    Wednesday, September 11

    Missouri Media football rankings Statewide high school football rankings, as compiled by a 9-member panel of sportswriters and broadcasters. First-place votes in parentheses. Panel is made up of …

  • Meet The People Of Benton County - Amber Flippin

    Wednesday, September 11

    NAME: Amber Flippin BIRTHPLACE: Clinton YEARS IN BENTON COUNTY: 23 years FAMILY: Parents, Todd and Linda Flippin; Brother, Austin Flippin; Sister, Samantha Sutton THE BEST THING …

  • Fristoe News

    Wednesday, September 11

    The weather has become more fall-like with each passing day this past week. However, the forecasts are saying that next week will have warmer temperatures. We have received the plans for the …

  • B.P.O.E. Lodge #2783

    Wednesday, September 11

    Our lodge is non-smoking. Stop by and enjoy our activities. “Dining at the Lodge”: September 13, Burgers, Brats and Hot Dogs, 6:00 PM-7:00 PM, Burgers $7, Brats $7, Hot Dogs $5 …

  • Barn Quilt Trail Gets New Addition At Lumpe Homestead, East Of Cole Camp

    Wednesday, September 11

    Monday morning, September 9, Co-Mo Connect arrived with bucket trucks to install the barn quilt Marge Lumpe had selected for her barn on 52 highway on the eastern edge of Cole Camp. The barn and the …

  • Down On The Creek

    Wednesday, September 11

    Mirror of the Soul Sometime back I made reference to knowing the difference between a conniption fit and a hissy fit and it seems that most people believed them to be the same thing. Not true! A …

  • A Message From The Mayor

    Wednesday, September 11

    Another Cole Camp Fair has been relegated to history. The weather was beautiful and all went well. I want to thank the people who worked behind the scenes to make it a success once more. The Fair …

  • Have I Got A Line For You!

    Wednesday, September 11

    Lord Almighty! The old Russiagate ploy is back. Attorney General Merrick Garland is accusing Russia of using state media to spread disinformation before the Presidential election. Pot meet kettle! …

  • Financial Focus

    Wednesday, September 11

    Investment opportunities don’t stop at the U.S. border. But what should you know about investing internationally? To begin with, what is an international investment? Essentially, …

  • Word On The Street

    Wednesday, September 11

    If they remain healthy, how far will the Chiefs go this season? I think they can make it back to the Super Bowl. -Ty Payne Super Bowl! -Johnny Eierman Super Bowl, baby! But …

  • June Louis Bowen

    Wednesday, September 11

    Born and raised in Cole Camp, Missouri and part of the Hunter and Imbusch families of Benton County, June Louise (Hunter) Bowen rejoined her husband, Kenneth Sr., son, Kenneth Jr., and daughter, …

  • Dennis Paul Denker

    Wednesday, September 11

    Dennis Paul Denker, 76, passed away on September 3, 2024. Dennis was born on July 25, 1948, in Cole Camp, Missouri, the Son of Hugo and Paula Denker. He graduated from Cole Camp High School …

  • Judy Retherford

    Wednesday, September 11

    Judy Phillips Retherford, age 81, passed away on Wednesday, August 28, 2024 at the Research Hospital in Kansas City, Missouri after a brief illness. Funeral Services for Judy Retherford will be …

  • Church News

    Wednesday, September 11

    From The Pastor's Desk Revival and Revival Meetings First, I want to say that we have canceled our upcoming revival meeting. Why? Lack of interest and resources. Revival meetings have …

  • Benton County Sheriff's Report

    Wednesday, September 11

    Sheriff’s Report 9/2/24 to 9/8/24 Brian J. Habelitz of Salisbury, MO was arrested on 9-3-24 on a Benton County warrant for Possession of Controlled Substances, Unlawful Possession of a …

  • Be Bear Aware

    Wednesday, September 11

    Be Bear Aware The Missouri Department of Conservation wants to remind Benton County Citizens to be “bear aware.” There is a growing black bear population in MO. While most of the …

  • Baby Show Takes Center Stage

    Wednesday, September 11

    The American Legion Auxiliary has once more hosted the Cole Camp Fair Baby Show. The show has been on-going for so long that no one seems to recall when it even began. To say it is an important part …

  • Good Samaritan Residents Take In Many Activities Of Cole Camp Fair

    Wednesday, September 11

    The residents of the Good Samaritan Care Center joined in with the rest of the community and celebrated the Cole Camp Fair too. Even the dining room menu reflected the occasion by serving corn dogs …

  • Benton County Commission Approves Tax Rates For 2024

    Wednesday, September 11

    Attorney Gable Dull met with the Benton County Commissioners on August 26 to present an application for vacation of a portion of a platted road located in First Addition to Lakeview Heights. Also …

  • City Of Lincoln Addresses Busy Agenda On Monday Night

    Wednesday, September 11

    After the swift handling of routine business, the Lincoln City Council heard a report from Benton County Economic Developent Director, JoAnn Lane on grants available for businesses that are Ag …

  • Downtown Loads Up On Spirit With Tailgate Party

    Wednesday, September 11

    Looking for something to do this weekend? Look no further than Main Street in Warsaw for the Third Annual Kick Off to Fall Tailgate Party on Saturday, September 14, from 10:00 AM until 5:00 PM. …

  • Warsaw-Lincoln Ambulance District Turns 50 Amid Celebration Of Service

    Wednesday, September 11

    An Open House and Free Community Appreciation Pancake Breakfast will take place on Saturday, September 21, from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM celebrating the Warsaw-Lincoln Ambulance District services for the …

  • Cole Camp Fair Fueled With Pizzazz, Creativity

    Wednesday, September 11

    As the sun dipped below the horizon, painting the sky in a breathtaking display of oranges and pinks, the Cole Camp Fair unfolded into an evening of unparalleled joy and community spirit. This year's …

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