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Fire 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. 

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New 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…

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Class 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…

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Academic 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,…

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Shatley 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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Area 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,…

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Activities 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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Indian Get Revenge on Knox County

 The Clark County Indians hosted Knox County on Friday, May 12, in their regular season finale. Just nine days earlier, the Eagles upset the Indians in Edina, 5-3.  Junior pitcher Drew Holsted walked Cooper Clair and Rylan Roberts to start the game. and Braxton McCurren grounded out, putting the Eagle runners in scoring position. Robert…

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VFW Considers Annexation

 The City of Kahoka may be about to get a little larger.  At the Monday, May 8, Kahoka City Council meeting, Mayor Tony Anderson reported that the VFW Post 4342 want to annex into the city to access Kahoka’s sewer system.  “My understanding is that they have to spend thousands on their lagoon or annex…

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