Bible Grove Events Include Civil War Re-enactment
The Bible Grove, Mo., Historical Preservation Committee is hosting Civil War Re-enactments Aug. 17-18, 2024 at 12538 Access Road, Bible Grove, Mo. 63531. At 9:30 a.m. Saturday activities begin with a flag raising by Civil War Re-enactors and 10 a.m. the museum and food stand opens. In addition at 10 a.m., spectators can visit with…
Read MoreScotland County Antique Fair: “Yesterday’s Memories & Tomorrow’s Future”
The Scotland County Antique Fair will kick off on the Memphis Square August 22 through August 24. The theme for this year’s fair is “Yesterday’s Memories & Tomorrow’s Future.” The Downing-Boyer Houses, Memphis Depot, Original Courthouse, and Wiggins Tractor Museum will be open every day of the Antique Fair for all to visit and enjoy. …
Read MoreScotland County Primary Election Results
August 6, 2024 Scotland County, Missouri, held its primary elections on August 6, 2024, with all precincts reporting. The total number of ballots cast was 892, representing a voter turnout of 33.38%. Republican Party Results: In the U.S. Senate race, Josh Hawley ran unopposed and received 646 votes. Sam Graves led the U.S. Representative District…
Read MoreROBERT (BOB) EDWARD SANDS
ROBERT (BOB) EDWARD SANDS Robert (Bob) Edward Sands, born on September 3, 1945, embarked on his life journey, which led him to peacefully pass away on July 31, 2024, surrounded by his loving family. Robert, known affectionately as “Bob” to his friends and family, lived a life full of love and dedication to his family,…
Read MoreDOROTHY L. BOYD
DOROTHY L. BOYD Dorothy L. Boyd, 85, of Kahoka, passed away peacefully at 8:40pm on Monday, July 30, 2024, at Scotland County Hospital in the presence of her loving family. Dorothy was born on June 1, 1939, at Chambersburg, Missouri to Raymond and Alma (McVeigh) Boyd. She graduated from Revere High School in 1958 and…
Read MoreCheese Post Burglarized
In the early hours of Thursday, August 1, the Cheese Post in Downing was burglarized. There were multiple damages to property, as well as items stolen. Two suspects, believed to be a man and a woman, were seen on surveillance video. They are believed to be driving a silver 2008 Ford F-150 reported stolen from…
Read MoreOn the Cutting Edge of Agriculture Research
Lee Greenley Jr. Memorial Research Farm Hosts 47th Annual Field Day Event By Echo Menges Novelty, Mo. – Aug. 1, 2024 – The 2024 annual field day event hosted by the Lee Greenly Jr. Memorial Research Farm in Novelty marked 50 years of the Northeast Missouri farm’s existence and 47 years of hosting field day…
Read MoreCitizens Allege Sunshine Law Violations by the City of Memphis
City Administrator Accused of Inappropriate Conduct By Echo Menges Two Memphis citizens, Jacob and Lexi Howard, have reported to the Memphis City Council that they were denied public meeting minutes by city staff and the City Administrator. The couple has also reported they have filed four Sunshine Law violation complaints against the City of Memphis…
Read MoreMemphis City Council Meeting 8-1-24 VIDEO
The following video was recorded by Echo Menges for the Memphis Democrat on Thursday, August 1, 2024, at the Memphis, Missouri, City Hall. Mature language is used during this meeting.
Read MoreAug. 6 Primary Election Results For Scotland County
Scotland County Primary Election Results August 6, 2024 Scotland County, Missouri, held its primary elections on August 6, 2024, with all precincts reporting. The total number of ballots cast was 892, representing a voter turnout of 33.38%. Republican Party Results: In the U.S. Senate race, Josh Hawley ran unopposed and received 646 votes. Sam Graves…
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