‘Return to the Roost’ calls Owls back to Marshall
A tradition in Fort Scott, Kan., will be making its way to Marshall this weekend after organizers first began planning it two years ago. “Return… Login to continue reading Login…
June 2022
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Barbecue event holds talent show after two years
by Danielle Linton-Hatfield/Staff Writer “Welcome to the Saline County BBQ Talent Show … Hopefully the rain won’t get the best of us,” Hope Richards, owner… Login to continue reading Login…
Lyceum season opener ‘Shrek the Musical’ features husband, wife co-stars
by Sarah Gray/Managing Editor Although they have performed together on stage twice before, The Lyceum Theatre’s production of “Shrek the Musical” allows real-life husband and… Login to continue reading Login…
Large crowd gathers to hear first Marshall Municipal Band season performance
by Danielle Linton-Hatfield/Staff Writer “Before we close tonight I want to say a big thank you to our director, Mr. Kevin Lines, who is in… Login to continue reading Login…
We love because he first loved us
In recent years, I have been increasingly more concerned with the rising culture of public words behind hidden faces on social media. Now don’t get me wrong. I enjoy connecting with friends and family and am able to participate in conversations, relationships and events that distance would have otherwise prevented. However, there is something about sitting behind a screen without person to person, face to face contact for accountability that can bring out the worst in people, at times.
Children’s Book Corner
Have you visited the Marshall Public Library recently? You will find many good children’s books. Located at 214 N. Lafayette Ave., it is some place to check out. Call ahead for hours and methods of operation.
Students expand palates while ranking local burgers
A group of sixth, seventh and eighth grade Bueker Middle School students set out to evaluate all of the local hamburgers in Marshall. They had a goal to increase their knowledge and appreciation of what we have locally. As a side benefit they would give a little bit of a boost to our local economy.
Coach Flabby
Dear Coach: I always wanted to be tall and slim, but my parents are short and pudgy. I keep reading that being overweight is a health hazard. I get it that I can't be tall, but how do I not get pudgy and put my health at risk?
2022 Saline County Candidates
Royal Princess Candidates Addison is the 7 year old daughter of Jason and Megan Peecher from Miami. Addison addends St.
Ruby Lucille Shackelford Root Trefz
With profound sadness, we announce the peaceful passing of Ruby Lucille Shackelford Root Trefz, our loving and devoted mother, on June 1, 2022. She was 97. Prior to her death, Ruby resided in Bella Vista, Arkansas, with her daughter, Paula, and husband Jim Waters.