Scotland County Rolls Past Clark County In Season Opener
KAHOKA, Mo. — Scotland County opened its boys basketball season with a dominant 64- 37 road victory over Clark County on Tuesday night. The Tigers jumped out to a 19-8 lead in the first quarter and never looked back, outscoring the Indians in every period. Scotland County led 32-20 at the half and held Clark County to just two points in the final quarter. Jaden Bergeson led all scorers with 15 points for the Tigers. Braylon Campbell added 13, Carter Clatt and Tayte Richmond scored 11 apiece, and Kwayde Hamilton chipped in six. Dane Blessing and Wesley McSparren also contributed…
Read MoreOutdoors With Kevin Fox: What Would Your Choices Be?
On an October drive back from a waterfowl hunt in South Dakota, riding shotgun with me was good friend and fellow church member Mark Arnold. On such trips, those riding shotgun have two purposes: first, to make sure we don’t get lost and take the wrong turn; second — and certainly more important — to keep the driver from drifting off and falling asleep at the wheel. This may sound like no big deal, but after three mornings of getting up early and then doing the same to make a nine‑hour drive home, it can turn into a long nine…
Read MoreCrime-Fighting Cameras Quietly Spread Across Northeast Missouri
By Mike Scott, NEMOnews Media Group Automated license plate reader cameras are quietly expanding across Northeast Missouri, helping law enforcement track stolen vehicles and criminal suspects, even as most local sheriff’s offices declined to publicly share how — or how often — the technology is being used in their communities. A questionnaire distributed by NEMOnews Media Group to every regional sheriff’s office about the use of Flock Safety cameras produced only two responses: Clark County and Shelby County. While the limited participation does not confirm how widespread the technology is, publicly available sources and online camera mapping tools indicate that…
Read MoreScotland County Commission Reviews Minutes, Discusses Office Space, Insurance and Building Plans
MEMPHIS, Mo. — The Scotland County Commission addressed routine business, office-space needs and ongoing administrative building projects during meetings held Nov. 6, 12, 13 and 19. Commissioners Duane Ebeling, Brent Rockhold and David Wiggins met Nov. 6, approving the consent agenda and minutes from the previous day. The commission also reviewed checks, discussed a workspace utilization study with NEMO Regional Planning Commission, and contacted Hawkins Harrison Insurance regarding driver coverage. Commissioners later met Holt Construction at the administrative building before adjourning shortly after noon. On Nov. 12, commissioners approved the Nov. 6 minutes and signed invoices for Memphis Farm &…
Read MoreA Missouri Thanksgiving: Words That Still Warm the Heart
Long before Thanksgiving became a fixed national holiday, Missourians were already being called to pause, reflect, and give thanks for the blessings of everyday life. In the fall of 1843, at a time when families gathered around wood-burning stoves and candlelight flickered across cabin walls, Missouri Gov. Thomas Reynolds asked the people of the young state to set aside a special day — not for labor or worry, but for gratitude. His words, written more than 180 years ago, still carry the warmth of a season meant for family, faith, and reflection. Here is the full proclamation that first called…
Read MoreMemphis Chamber to Host Annual Lighting of the Square on Dec. 5
The Memphis Area Chamber of Commerce will hold its annual Lighting of the Square on Friday, December 5, 2025, bringing family fun, community spirit, and festive lights to the heart of downtown Memphis. Activities begin at 5:30 p.m., when attendees can buy raffle tickets on the courthouse lawn. The official lighting of the square will take place at 6:00 p.m., followed immediately by the prize drawing. All drawings will be held on the east side of the square on the Courthouse lawn, and participants must be present to win. This year’s raffle includes Memphis Bucks giveaways, offering several chances for…
Read MoreOutdoors With Kevin Fox: More Thoughts About Trophies
If you have not yet filled your deer tag, there is still plenty of time. As a matter of fact, when you think about antlerless and alternative‑methods seasons, deer hunters will be hunting into next year. But as always, check the Missouri Whitetail Deer Digest on seasons and methods. Congratulations to all of you successful hunters. A whitetail deer is truly evidence of God’s handiwork. This past opening weekend was perhaps one of my favorites ever. I never saw what most would consider a “shooter” buck. I was happy about that— hard as that is to believe. My grandson and…
Read MoreScotland County and Knox County Eagles Play at Canton Jamboree
By David Sharp Scotland County swept both their boys and girls scrimmages at the November 26, 2025 Canton varsity basketball jamboree. Scotland County took an 11-10 lead after the opening period. Knox County missed layups contributed to an 18-12 Tiger lead after two periods of play. Scotland County had a good third period and claimed a 32-19 win in the girls game. Knox County turnovers helped Scotland County build a ten point first period lead in the boys game. Jaden Bergeson canned a Tiger home run ball for a 10-4 advantage with 2:30 to play in the first period. Bergeson…
Read MoreMSHP To Increase Patrols Over Thanksgiving Weekend
Information provided by MSHP The Missouri State Highway Patrol is reminding drivers to expect heavier-than-normal traffic over the Thanksgiving holiday weekend, one of the busiest travel periods of the year. Wednesday and Sunday afternoon and evening are typically the most congested times, and drivers should prepare for delays. The 2025 Thanksgiving counting period runs from 6 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 26, through 11:59 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 30. During this time, troopers will take part in Operation C.A.R.E. (Crash Awareness & Reduction Effort), which includes increased patrol, strict enforcement of traffic laws, and providing assistance to motorists. Last year during the 2024…
Read MoreFederal Award Reporting Error Found in Scotland County Audit
MEMPHIS, Mo. (AP) — An independent audit of Scotland County, Missouri’s 2024 financial statements found the county’s records to be accurate under state-prescribed accounting rules but identified a material weakness in its federal award reporting. The audit, conducted by McBride, Lock & Associates, LLC and published by Missouri State Auditor Scott Fitzpatrick, determined that the northeast Missouri county failed to properly complete its Schedule of Expenditures of Federal Awards (SEFA), a federally required report detailing the use of grant funds. Auditors recommended Scotland County implement internal controls to ensure the SEFA fully and accurately reflects all federal expenditures. The reporting…
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