Community
Frankford celebration goes on despite looming storm
They were prepared. They had backup plans in place. The people in Frankford held their celebration of for the 200th anniversary of the First Christian Church on Saturday, while other communities south of there canceled their outdoor events that day.
Vandalia's Main Street blooms brighter
Vandalia’s Main Street is once again bursting with color. This year marks an exciting transition, as La Femme Arts officially passed the baton to the Vandalia Area Historical Society, entrusting them with the care of the flowerpots located at the Main Street and State Street intersection as well as the beloved hanging baskets that line Main Street.
Missouri struggles to administer safety net programs
When Courtney Leader gets the letter from the state each year telling her it’s time to recertify her daughter’s Medicaid eligibility, she scrambles to make sure the paperwork gets to the right place.
MDC, Maramec Spring Park honors veterans with Free Fishing Day
ST. JAMES – The Missouri Department of Conservation joins the James Foundation in honoring our veterans with a Veterans’ Free Fishing Day Saturday, June 14 at Maramec Spring Park.
Clarksville community learns how to set up their new flood wall
They started early on Monday, pulling out the pieces of the new flood wall in Clarksville. It would take the workers from Bleigh Construction most of the day to get the pieces staged along the riverfront.
Cancer survivor tells how her belief in God brought her through the storm
Karen Daffron welcomed nearly 20 people to the Bowling Green Cancer Memorial Park off the town square Sunday evening for the 12th Annual Cancer Memorial Park Service. She is chair of the Memorial Park Foundation.
Opening day at Vandalia Family Aquatic Center is quiet
Overcast skies and chilly temperatures made for a quiet start for the Vandalia Family Aquatic Center. The staff and lifeguards were on duty and waiting for the children and families to show when the door opened at 11:30 a.m. on Saturday.
Options for Women hosts Walk for Life fundraiser
Dozens of people gathered in Bowling Green’s main park on Saturday to help raise funds for Options for Women, a women’s clinic with offices in Bowling Green and Hannibal.
Bingo to return to Clarksville American Legion Hall
It took some doing, but Clarksville American Legion Cmdr. Pat McGuire was able to re-activate the Legion’s certification to hold bingo games.
Opening of Vandalia Family Aquatic Center promises summer fun
The much-anticipated Vandalia Family Aquatic Center is set to open its doors on May 24, which should bring a wave of excitement to the community. With sparkling pools, thrilling water slides, and a promise of a refreshing escape from the summer heat.