RANDY SMITH
To have never met Randy Smith was to have walked through a library and passed by a great American novel, its cover modest and worn, its quiet dignity easy to overlook. Those who paused to open its pages discovered stories rich with wisdom, kindness, and quiet strength. Randy lived a life not of chance or…
Read MoreGravett Makes History as First Female Presiding Judge of 1st Judicial Circuit
By Mike Scott NEMOnews Media Group LANCASTER, Mo. — Surrounded by family, colleagues and a legacy of judicial excellence, Lindsay Gravett was sworn in Friday afternoon as the first female presiding judge of the 1st Judicial Circuit of Missouri. The ceremony, held in the Lancaster courthouse, marked a historic moment not only for Gravett, but…
Read MoreMarjorie Lucille Osbon,
103, formally of Kahoka, passed away on Tuesday, October 14, 2025, peacefully at her home in Wayland, MO with her family by her side. Marjorie was born on December 18, 1921, in Milton, Iowa to Raymond Joseph and Beulah May (Owens) Howell. She attended Memphis Grade school up to 8th grade then was needed at…
Read MoreLady Indians Battle Through Ups and Downs in Gritty Three-Game Stretch To Wrap Up Regular Season
It was a week packed with emotion, challenge, and a whole lot of heart for the Clark County Lady Indians. Three games in four days tested their toughness — and while the scoreboard didn’t always lean in their favor, the team showed fight, hustle, and a never-quit attitude that’s hard to coach. Monday at Knox…
Read MoreClark County Falls To Palmyra In High-Scoring Homecoming Matchup, 82-30
On a night meant to celebrate homecoming, the Clark County Indians instead found themselves overwhelmed by a high-powered Palmyra Panthers offense that rolled to an 82-30 victory Friday night in Kahoka. Despite several big plays and a valiant first-half effort, the Indians couldn’t keep pace with the relentless attack that saw Palmyra rack up over…
Read MoreJERRY LEE BROTHERTON
Jerry Lee Brotherton, 80, formally of Kahoka, Missouri, passed away on Tuesday, October 7, 2025, at Camdenton Windsor Estates, Camdenton, Missouri. Jerry was born on May 23, 1945, in Kahoka, MO, to Lawrence Oswald and Verga Opal (Wells) Brotherton. Jerry graduated from Clark County High School in 1963. Jerry was a self-employed truck driver who…
Read MoreHearth & Homestead: A Local Haven for Simple, Natural Living in Kahoka
Nestled on the west side of the square in Kahoka, Hearth & Homestead is more than a store — it’s a mission. Owners Corby and Britni Hawkins, their five children and skillful vendors, have created a welcoming space where faith, sustainability, and community come together. At Hearth & Homestead, visitors will find refill stations for…
Read MoreServing Up Something New: The Sub Shack Opens in Kahoka
By Emily Bontrager A new dining option has opened on the north side of the Kahoka square. Owners Kassi and Dusty Davis are excited to welcome the community to The Sub Shack, a fresh spot offering subs, salads, and soups. Kassi and Dusty live just outside of town. After working at State Farm, Kassi decided…
Read MoreGreg Sutterfield Retires After 31 Years with Lewis County REC
By: Emily Bontrager Greg Sutterfield, 60, retired at the end of September after more than three decades of service as a lineman with Lewis County REC. He began his career there on September 1, 1994, and officially retired on September 30, 2025. Greg and his wife, Evelena, live in Kahoka. He moved to the area…
Read MoreMiles of Dedication: Smith Honored in Trucking Hall of Fame
By Emily Bontrager Steve Smith, 67, of Kahoka, was recently inducted into the International Foodservice Distributors Association (IFDA) Truck Driver Hall of Fame. The honor recognizes drivers nationwide with exceptional safety records, professionalism, and dedication to the foodservice distribution industry. Each year, IFDA selects a small group of drivers who have at least 25 years…
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