Area Breaking News
Hamner 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 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…
Read MoreArea Teens Compete for State Title
MEXICO, Mo- In less than a month, a new Miss Missouri’s Teen will be crowned at the Missouri Military Academy in Mexico and several area teen titleholders have their sights set on the crown. Beginning June 12, local teen titleholders from across the state of Missouri will spend a week in Mexico, competing in interview,…
Read MoreActivities Director to Retire at Clark County Nursing Home
By Emily Bontrager For many years, Delma Smith has dedicated herself to the residents at the Clark County Nursing Home in Kahoka, Missouri. Delma, 65, has worked at the Clark County Nursing Home since June of 1986. On May 31, she will be retiring from the nursing home. Delma grew up around Kahoka and has…
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