Area News
Lady Indians Take Charge Early
The Clark County Lady Indians came out swinging in their season opener against Scotland County on Tuesday evening. Clark County put the first seven points on the scoreboard and controlled game from start to finish. Erin Bash had the hot hand early, pouring in eight pointsin the first quarter as the Lady Indians built a…
Read MoreIndians Edge Tigers In Opener
Grayden Kleine and Harrison Parker combined for 39 points in Clark County’s come-from-behind win over Scotland County in Tuesday’s season opener. The Indians got the first quarter edge, powered by eight points from Kleine to lead 12-11. The Tigers outscored Clark County in the second quarter to lead 24-21 at the half. Scotland extended their…
Read MoreHamner Signs With Mizzou
HEADING TO MIZZOU-On Tuesday, November 21, Kaden Hamner signed his letter of intent to attend the Univerity of Missouri and join the track team. Hamner, shown with his parents Carrie and Troy, and sister Elly, has been an outstanding member of the Indian track team time. He intends to study Biological Sciences/Pre- Med at Mizzou.
Read MoreMinimum Wage Rate Set for Private Employers for 2024
JEFFERSON CITY – The Missouri Department of Labor and Industrial Relations announces the state minimum wage rate for 2024 has been established, according to state law, at $12.30 per hour, effective January 1, 2024. Pursuant to Proposition B, which was approved by Missouri voters on November 6, 2018, the minimum wage increased 85 cents per…
Read MoreCCR-1 Improves School Security
CCR-1 Improves School Security By Mike Scott Clark County schools will be a little safer, thanks to a $150,000 safety grant from the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education. At their Thursday, November 9 meeting, the CCR-1 school board approved spending $143,716 on a security laminate, which, when applied, makes windows unbreakable. “You can…
Read MoreAnnexation Public Hearing Held
By Mike Scott A public hearing regarding the proposed annexation of the VFW property into the City of Kahoka was held at the start of the council’s Monday, November 13 meeting. No members of the public were on hand to speak, so the annexation ordinance will be placed on the agenda for the December meeting…
Read MorePlow Days
Christmas On The Square Set for Dec. 9
It is our pleasure to announce the 4th annual Christmas on the Square – Kahoka, MO. This annual event takes place on the Second Saturday of December every year on the town square from 4:00 to 7:00 pm. (December 9th, 2023) Businesses, families and friends alike put up lighted displays December through the first weekend…
Read MoreClark County R-1 Hosts Veteran’s Day Program
Clark County’s veterans were honored with a Veterans Day assembly at the Clark County R-1 High School on Friday morning. Following a breakfast at the school, the program began with a performance by the Clark County Marching Indians. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited, and Kathrynn Schmitz sang the National Anthem. Jasmine James and Isabelle…
Read MoreTwin Ridges: Raising Quality Dorper Sheep
By Emily Bontrager Brandon and LeAnn Winters have raised sheep for many years and have made it a priority to operate a business that focuses heavily on the right genetics. Their farm is called Twin Ridges and they strive to raise quality Dorper sheep. The Dorpers originate from South Africa and one characteristic that makes…
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