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Your Newspaper Matters. But Delivery Delays Are Hurting Us All.

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Your Newspaper Matters. But Delivery Delays Are Hurting Us All.How does your local newspaper get delivered to you?That seems like a simple question, but the reality is far more complex.After we’ve attended meetings, gathered information, taken photos, sold ads, written stories about local people and issues, and laid out each page, the newspaper is printed.…

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Rutledge Chapter #343 Honors Milestone Members

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In the photo capturing this special day, the honorees—Delinda McQuoid, Connie Ward, and Carol McCabe—are seen in the back row, with Marjorie Ward seated in front, a testament to the legacy and future of Rutledge Chapter #343. Rutledge Chapter #343 recently celebrated a momentous occasion, honoring Connie Ward, Carol McCabe, and Delinda McQuoid with 50-year…

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Cheri Rose Claman

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Cheri Rose Claman Cheri Rose Claman, affectionately known as C.C., was born on November 26, 1964, in Kirksville, MO, to proud parents Ransley “Ray” and Joan Ann Lutz Peek. She spent her formative years in Memphis, Missouri before moving to Keosauqua, Iowa, where she resided at the time of her passing.  Cheri’s sparkling personality, genuine…

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Scotland County Court Cases – 7-3-25

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  06/16/2025 – 25SE-CR00029 – ST V LEVI STANLEY WEILER – Description: Ownr Opr Mv Wtht Maintng Fncl Rspnblty (Mv Rqrd To Be Regd) – 1st Offense { Misdemeanor D RSMo: 303.025 }, Date: 06/10/2025 – MO HP TROOP B – MACON 06/19/2025 – 25SE-CC00029 – FAWNTANA S WELLS V LISA WELLS – CC Other…

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Middleton to Lead New Cross Country Program at Scotland County R-1

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Toni Middleton has been hired as the new Scotland County cross country coach for both the middle school and high school boys’ and girls’ teams. Scotland County R-1 is taking strides in a new direction this fall by launching a cross country program. Toni Middleton, a native of Memphis and a 1998 graduate of Scotland…

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2025 Scotland County Fair Promises Week of Family Fun

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The 2025 Scotland County Fair is set to bring a full week of entertainment, competition, and community spirit to Memphis, Missouri from July 5 through July 12. With a packed schedule of agricultural events, live music, and carnival rides, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. The fair kicks off Saturday, July 5, with the 4-H/FFA…

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Letter to Editor 7-3

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Dear Editor: I must speak out about Pres. Trump’s “Big Beautiful Bill”. The more I learn about it the more fears and concerns I have for Scotland County and our communities. This bill, with its cuts to Medicaid, puts rural hospitals on the chopping block, including Scotland County Memorial Hospital. This hospital is not only…

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Local Chief Nursing Officer Graduates from Leadership Program

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Cassie Beard, MSN, RN, Chief Nursing Officer (CNO) at Scotland County Hospital in Memphis completed the National Rural Health Association CNO Certification course. Congratulations to Scotland County Hospital’s Chief Nursing Officer (CNO)! Cassie Beard, MSN, RN, completed the National Rural Health Association CNO Certification course. This program was created by rural hospital CNOs, for rural…

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Scotland County Hospital Receives Funding for New Microscope

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Stephanie Mills, Manager of Communication, Member Services, and Economic Development-TCEC; Dr. Meagan Weber, CEO-Scotland County Hospital and Rural Health Clinics; Dawn Triplett, Vice President-TCEC Foundation Board of Directors; and Amy Farris, Manager of Human Resources and Administration-TCEC MEMPHIS, Mo -The Scotland County Hospital Foundation was recently awarded a grant from the Tri-County Electric Cooperative (TCEC)…

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