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Why Should You Be Beaten Anymore?

Pastor Steve Ellison The Bible is not a history book or science book, but it is accurate in all those areas.  But its purpose is not history or science.  The Bible tells the story of Redemption. The Bible is designed to direct praise, honor, and glory to God.  However, the Bible is also a great…

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Celebrating Our Land: A Dancing Rabbit Update

Dancing Rabbit’s six founders purchased 280 acres in Scotland County, Missouri, on October 1, 1997. They chose this location because it was close to Sandhill Farm, an intentional community that had been in the area for over 40 years, the land was cheap, and there were few land restrictions. Every October, Dancing Rabbit celebrates our…

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Rutledge Renegades and Ruby Red Hats of Rutledge

Sunday October 18, at Rutledge Eastern Star building. 3 men received their Masonic 50 year pins: Oren Erickson, George Koontz, and Dick Harper. Joan Rood and Lee Ellen Shultz received their 50 year pins. There were two cakes made: An Eastern Star cake and a Masonic cake celebrating 50 years. There was also punch. There…

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Community Calendar

Friday October 30 Local meetings of Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) will be held weekly on Friday night at 7 p.m. at the First Christian Church, 320 S. Main Street in Memphis. For details, please contact Mike Cantril at (660) 627-8546. Safe Stop Trick-or-Treating from 4-6 p.m. Watch for a list of participating businesses. Sponsored by the…

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Scotland County Ministerial Alliance Meets

Scotland County Ministerial Alliance met October 14 at 1 p.m. at the Lutheran Church.  Those in attendance were:  Mark Appold, Karen Biggs, Josh Black, Dan Hite, Mary Lou Taft, and Jack Sumption.   The Community Action Agency were a guest of the meeting and highlighted the services that they provide.  Home Energy Assistance program being…

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