Poppy: The flower that honors fallen warriors
COLUMBIA — “In Flanders fields the poppies blow / Between the crosses, row on row …. ” So begins “In Flanders Fields,” written in 1915… Login to continue reading Login…
Engagements
SFCC to offer school bus driver recertification training in July
SEDALIA (May 23, 2023) — State Fair Community College’s The Learning Force will offer School Bus Driver Recertification Training from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.… Login to continue reading Login…
Chamber director happy with Sips and Grins turnout
MANAGING EDITOR Approximately 500 people came out for the Sips and Grins Wine Walk, hosted by the Marshall Chamber of Commerce on Saturday, May 6. Executive Director Shelby Vogel said she felt like they had a good turnout.
Club News
The Optimist Club of Marshall held its regular meeting on May 13 at Bloomfield’s Family Restaurant. President Matt Pennock called the meeting to order. Chelsea Corkins led the recitation of the Pledge of Allegiance, and Gary Pennock gave the invocation.
Marshall School District FFA reports on May activities
For the month of May, Marshall Public Schools Agricultural Education Instructor Hannah Viets reported on students’ activities for FFA. The local chapter will have its… Login to continue reading Login…
Club News: Kiwanis review yearly budget
The Marshall Kiwanis Club held its regular meeting at noon Tuesday, May 2, at Montague’s. Club President Chad Unterreiner offered the invocation, led the Pledge… Login to continue reading Login…
Miami R-1 students compete at state science fair competition
On April 21, Miami R-1 Middle School took two students, seventh graders Virginia Loehr and Kayden Smith, to the MJAS state science fair competition in Joplin, Mo. Students had the opportunity to travel to Missouri Southern State University where they competed against 16 other middle school students.
More than 100 people walk to bring awareness to mental health
“The only time you fail is when you fall down and stay down.” That was one of the many handwritten signs lining the 5K route through Indian Foothills Park Sunday afternoon, April 30. Participants in the “Mental Health Matters” 5K run/walk, organized by the Mental Health Association of Saline County, had strong winds to contend with, but it didn’t deter them from walking.
Current Missouri crop progress
There were 4.7 days suitable for fieldwork during the week ending April 23, according to the USDA. The Missouri Crop Progress and Condition report indicated… Login to continue reading Login…