RYAN WALKER
RYAN WALKER September 11, 1975 — May 19, 2023 Ryan Craig Walker, 47, of O’Fallon, MO, passed away at St. Louis University Hospital on May 19, 2023, after a long battle with liver disease. Ryan is survived by his wife of 22 years, Celeste, his son, Jalen, and his beloved dog, Charley Louise; his parents,…
Read MoreHamner Takes State Gold, Sets New School Record
STATE CHAMPION-Kaden Hamner was crowned the Class 3 400M Dash champion at the State Track Meet. Hamner’s time of 48.70 is a school record. Photo by Will Johnson, Gasconade County Republican for NEMOnews Media Group
Read MoreFire on Kahoka Square
On Tuesday morning, May 23, Kahoka firefighters responded to a fire on West Main Street in Kahoka. The small fire occured on the back side of the residence, on the alley. Firefighters were quickly able to bring the fire under control. The cause of the fire is under investigation.
Read MoreCAROL PEER-SIMPSON
CAROL PEER-SIMPSON Carol Peer-Simpson, 69, of Kahoka, passed away at 6:36 am on Friday, May 19, 2023, at her home. Carol was born on April 27, 1954, in Davenport, Iowa to Rex and Marge Peer (Misner). Carol spent most of her working life in the service and manufacturing sector. Many of her contract jobs were…
Read MoreHENRY E. GRAY
HENRY E. GRAY 1932 -2023 Henry E. Gray, 90 of Keokuk, IA died Sunday, May 21, 2023 at River Hills Village in Keokuk. He was born November 21, 1932 in Wayland, MO the son of Guerdon and Matilda Roberts Gray. Henry was a veteran of the United States Army and proudly served his country in…
Read MoreWANDA BERG
WANDA BERG Wanda Berg, 82, of Keosauqua, Iowa and formerly of Anson, Missouri passed away at 7:20 am on Wednesday, May 24, 2023, at the Keosauqua Health Care Centre in Keosauqua, Iowa. She was born on April 15, 1941, in Athens, the daughter of the late Joe & Lela (Wilson) Miller. She married Everett Berg…
Read MoreNew Horse Arena Installed at the Clark County Fairgrounds
By Emily Bontrager Since Erin Bash was eight years old, she has shown horses in 4-H at the Clark County Fair. Last November, Erin decided to talk with the Junior Livestock Committee about replacing the horse arena at the Clark County Fairgrounds. The Junior Livestock Committee approved her request and Erin and her parents, Jim…
Read MoreClass of 2023
On Sunday, May 20, Clark County R-1 High School held its 2023 Graduation Ceremony. Sixty-six graduates crossed the stage to receive their diplomas. (Above) At their practice earlier in the week, the students formed a “23” for their class. Photo by Keleen Nagel. (Below) At the Graduation Ceremony, several students received individual honors. Photos by…
Read MoreAcademic Awards 2023
ACT Award: Carter Briscoe and Abby Plenge Outstanding Computer Apps Award L. Plenge: Izzy Brotherton, Kai Binsbacher, Deegan Brown, Aynsley Harmon Business Law award: Ava McKay Outstanding Accounting 1 student: Clint Chamley and Emery Goings FBLA State Qualifiers: Clint Chamley, Sidney Brandon, Garrett Billings, Luke Plenge, Kampbel James, Ava McKay, Dawn Rockelman,Annaley Smith, Aaliyah Edmondson,…
Read MoreShatley Throws No-Hitter In District Semifinal Win
The second-seeded Clark County Indians received a bye in the first round of the Class 3 District 6 baseball tourney, and faced Mark Twain in the second round on Wednesday, May 17. Connor Shatley was on the mound for the Indians, and the freshman pitched delivered a no-hitter as Clark County took a 10-0 win…
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