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Family Fun Day Returns to Busch Shooting Range July 21
DEFIANCE, Mo.— The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) invites kids of all ages and their families to Family Fun Day at the August A. Busch Shooting Range and Outdoor Education Center on Monday, July 21, from 3 to 7 p.m.
Extension Council awards three scholarships
LINCOLN COUNTY - Three local students recently received scholarships sponsored by the Lincoln County Extension Council.
Local bank collects funds for backpack, book programs
ELSBERRY - Two valuable programs at Elsberry Schools are getting a financial boost from local bank First Mid.
Post-Dispatch owner agrees to $9.5M payout, faces 3 new lawsuits
Lee Enterprises, the Iowa-based owner of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch, has agreed to pay $9.5 million to subscribers alleging privacy violations and is now facing three invasion-of-privacy lawsuits from current or former employees.
Troy Free Press changing format next week
TROY – We are excited to announce that the print edition of The Troy Free Press is getting a brand-new look and feel starting next week thanks to the latest advancements in digital printing. This transformation from newsprint to a more magazine-style format means sharper images, richer colors, and an even better reading experience – all while maintaining the quality community journalism you rely on every day.
Tornado touches down in Clarksville
The weather this last month in Missouri has been nothing short of amazing in terms of tornadoes. Destruction can be seen all over the state, especially in the St.
A hub of the community': Moscow Mills begins planning for a new park
A new Moscow Mills park with the capacity to serve as an entertainment venue is in the very early stages of planning and set to be completed by 2028 if not earlier.“A city park helps bring the community together,” said Moscow Mills Mayor Lisa Meyer. “Amenities for all ages allow residents from different areas of the city a place to gather and get to know one another.
Arrest made in 2019 Elsberry murder
TROY - A former Wentzville man imprisoned in a federal prison returned to Lincoln County this week on charges he murdered an Elsberry resident nearly six years ago.
Sweet Victory, Soured Reign: Defrocked Rodeo Queen Sues Pageant
Winning a pageant is usually a crowning achievement and a stepping stone to something greater.
Silex Banking Company Receives Award
SILEX - BauerFinancial, Inc., the Nation’s Premier Bank Rating Firm, recently announced Silex Banking Company in Silex received 5-Star status. June marks the 146th consecutive quarter Silex Banking Company has earned this distinction, which gives it the added prestige of being a “Best of Bauer Bank.” Only banks that have earned and maintained this highest 5-Star rating for 25 years (100 consecutive quarters), or longer, may claim this distinction.