The Clark County Extension Council held their annual picnic on July 19 at O-Mak-O-Hak Park and honored the Kevin and Tina Nixon family as the recipient of the 2007 State Fair Farm Family Award.  This family was chosen according to specific criteria that includes: farm family engaged in agriculture; active supporters and cooperators with University Extension; active in community affairs and leadership; have children involved in 4-H, FFA, or are active in other youth organizations; and respected by their neighbors and community.

A brief thunderstorm rolled through Clark County Tuesday morning, bringing a heavy but brief rainfall and strong, gusty winds to the area.

During July and August, matching funds grant checks for rural fire departments are being distributed by Missouri Department of Conservation Forestry Division staff.  One hundred ninety-eight fire departments will be receiving checks of up to $3,000 to help them with the purchase of personal protective gear, and fire fighting equipment, for wildfire as well as…

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