DARREL JACKSON “D.J.” STONE
Darrel Jackson “D.J.” Stone, age 90, of Macon, MO passed away on Friday, December 22, in Fulton, MO. D.J. was born on March 16, 1933, in Greensburg, MO, the son of Simeon and Alpha (Roberts) Stone. He was united in marriage to N. Yvonne Stone on February 22, 1957. D.J. was a member of the…
Read MoreNew 3D Mammography Offered At Scotland County Hospital in Memphis
Scotland County Hospital is pleased to offer 3D mammography exams that utilize advanced breast tomosynthesis technology. The new 3D mammography machine can increase the detection of breast cancers, while simultaneously decreasing the likelihood that a woman will be asked to return for additional testing. In conventional 2D Mammography, overlapping tissue is a leading reason why…
Read MoreWorking with the Stars: Scotland County Native Works as Freelance Makeup Artist
By Emily Bontrager In the 1990’s, Sandra Jo Johnston started working as a makeup artist on both movie and TV productions. Sandra grew up outside of Memphis, Missouri and she graduated from Scotland County High School in 1979. She continued her education and attended the Kirksville College of Cosmetology. Her parents are Jerry Johnston, who…
Read MoreVERABELL DAVIS
VERABELL DAVIS Verabell Davis, age 98, passed away December 25, 2023, at Knox County Nursing Home in Edina, Missouri. Verabell was born October 7, 1925, in rural Scotland County, MO. She was the daughter of Fred D. and Mary Ethel Shawley Riney. Verabell was united in marriage to Ralph William Davis on October 7, 1944,…
Read MoreLOU JEAN SIMMONS
LOU JEAN SIMMONS Lou Jean Simmons, nee Woods, age 89 of Oak Brook Terrace, formerly of Memphis, MO. Loving mother of Pamela Simmons and the late Donald W. Simmons. Preceded in death by her brother Roy Junior Woods. Fond aunt of several nieces. Services and final interment are private. Donations in Lou Jean’s memory may…
Read MoreNew Bridge Opens U.S. Route 136 in Schuyler County
HANNIBAL – The new bridge on U.S. Route 136 in Schuyler County, over North Fork Middle Fabius River, 1.1 miles east of Route C near Lancaster, opened to traffic today, December 20. Bleigh Construction Company of Palmyra, Missouri was awarded the contract last year in the amount of $2,263,616. This contract also includes an additional…
Read MoreJudge Dismisses Three of Four Counts in Dr. Tobler’s Lawsuit Against Scotland County Hospital, Achim Hoyal
By Echo Menges The lawsuit brought by former Scotland County Hospital CEO Dr. Randall Tobler against the Scotland County Hospital and SCH employee Achim Hoyal continues to wind its way through the court process. Late Tuesday, December 12, 2023, First Circuit Presiding Judge Rick Roberts delivered a blow to Tobler’s legal team by dismissing three…
Read MoreLocal Beta Sigma Phi Celebrates 50 Years
The Epsilon Iota Chapter of Beta Sigma Phi celebrated its fiftieth anniversary in November. The Memphis, Missouri, Beta Sigma Phi Preceptor Chapter Epsilon Iota was chartered on November 1, 1973, with fourteen members. Of the fourteen charter members, four members (Sheila Berkowitz, Connie Courtney, Ann McClintic – 1946-2023, and Sue Payne have remained active for…
Read MoreKentucky Fugitive Apprehended in Memphis
By Echo Menges A fugitive from Kentucky, Shannon Lynn Tarpein, 48, of Wingo, KY, was apprehended by local law enforcement on Tuesday morning, December 12, 2023. According to Scotland County Sheriff Bryan Whitney, Tarpein is facing criminal charges in Graves County, KY, including assault in the first degree – domestic violence, unlawful imprisonment in the…
Read MoreHamlin, Holt, and Hatfield Shine on Courtwarming
By: Weston Smith December 8th, 2023 | Memphis, MO The Scotland County Lady Tigers hosted the Putnam County Lady Midgets to kick off the Courtwarming contests at Scotland County High School. The Courtwarming theme for the night was “Let’s Glow Tigers”, and it didn’t take long for Junior, Kwyn Hamlin, to shine in the girl’s…
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