A dear friend of mine died recently. She had been residing in institutional care for the better of the last fifteen years, suffering from an inherited degenerative cognitive condition. Laura ...

By John Conn Plans are being finalized for the annual Marionville Christmas Parade and elf contest. Each year, the elementary school and the Applefest Association team up to select two elves ...

On Nov. 26 Aurora Mayor Jason Lewis announced that Jon Holmes will no longer serve the city as its city manager. No explanation was given. Effective immediately that position was handed to Assistant ...

I was visiting with some of my wonderful friends and I asked them if there is a “go to” dish for the upcoming holiday season. Pris Reed A few of the ladies ...

Awards were presented by Neosho Arts Council during the 2nd Annual Thomas Hart Benton Youth Art Competition and Exhibition. Young artists in the kids and teen divisions had their works on ...

“I have been crucified with Christ,” said Paul, whose natural individuality was broken and his personality united with his Lord; not merged but united. “You will be free indeed,” free in all of your ...

Region 7 will hold a public availability session and community meeting at Verona High School on Thursday, Dec. 5. The public availability session ...

Ozarks Methodist Manor would like to bring some smiles and love to the residents as the Manor will be participating in “Adopt a Resident” for Christmas. Donors will receive information from ...

The winner of the ugly Christmas sweater contest winner during the Aurora Community Christmas event on Nov. 30 was Alan Berry. The best HOHOHO contest winner was Charles Burbridge. “I want to say ...

As 2025 approaches, my focus will begin to turn to the upcoming legislative session, which kicks off on January 8th. December marks an important time for state lawmakers — we begin ...

New Aurora-Marionville police officer Erica Pierce took the oath of office from Marionville City Clerk Debbie Bateman during ...

On Thursday, Nov. 7, Brooke Blevins represented Aurora JAG for the essay reception in Jefferson City with Governor Mike ...