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Scotland County Among Lowest Wages In Northeast Missouri
By Mike ScottNEMOnews Media Group Marion County recorded the highest average weekly wage among eight northeast Missouri counties during the fourth quarter of 2024, according to data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. The report, based on employment covered by unemployment insurance programs, showed Marion County leading the region with an average weekly…
Read MoreMemphis Aldermen Approve Liquor Licenses, Commit to Maintaining Old Cemetery
The Memphis Board of Aldermen met in regular session on Thursday, June 5, 2025, with Mayor Mike Ahland presiding. Aldermen Mike Gundy, Lane Campbell, Katie Harris, and Mike Stone were all present, along with several department heads and city staff. Among the key items of business was approval of liquor license renewals for Gas &…
Read MoreSafety Day/Ag Day
Saturday's Kids' Safety Day and Ag Day at the Scotland County Fairgrounds was well attended. The Scotland County Fire Department put on a grain entrapment rescue demonstration. You can see a short video by scanning the QR code. . The Scotland County Health Department used human power on a bike to blend salsa for chips…
Read MoreScotland County Court Cases – 6-26-25
06/09/2025 – 25SE-AC00031 – RON STONE V DIRECTOR OF REVENUE, MISSOURI DEPARTME – AC Misc Associate Civil-Other 06/09/2025 – 704647462 – ST V DILLION ALLEN SHELTON – Description: Driver/Front Seat Passenger Fail To Wear Properly Adjusted/Fastened Safety Belt { Infraction RSMo: 307.178 }, Date: 06/01/2025 – MO HP TROOP B – MACON 06/11/2025 –…
Read MoreFinal Frame: Scotland County Lanes to Close After 65 Years in Business
RC and Sue Seppelt, along with their daughter Tami, stand behind the counter of their family-owned bowling alley and restaurant in Memphis, Mo., on one of their final days in business. After 56 years in the Seppelt family, the alley will close June 28, marking the end of an era for the local entertainment and…
Read MoreScotland County Commission Moves Forward on Bank Purchase, Infrastructure Projects
Memphis, Mo. — The Scotland County Commission advanced several key initiatives in recent weeks, including finalizing the purchase of the former U.S. Bank building in Memphis and taking steps on infrastructure improvements and disaster planning. At their May 29 meeting, commissioners Duane Ebeling, Brent Rockhold, and David Wiggins voted unanimously to sign the Bill of…
Read MoreState Fire Marshal Cautions Missourians To Put Safety First As Seasonal Retailers Prepare To Sell Fireworks Across The State
Seasonal retailers may legally sell fireworks in Missouri from June 20 to July 10 JEFFERSON CITY – As Missourians begin plans and preparations for July 4th holiday celebrations, they should also keep in mind the danger posed by the misuse of fireworks. Fireworks sales at seasonal retailers are legal…
Read MoreSeal Coat Work Scheduled to Begin on U.S. Route 136 in Clark, Scotland and Schuyler Counties
Seal Coat Work Scheduled to Begin on U.S. Route 136 in Clark, Scotland and Schuyler Counties HANNIBAL – Weather permitting, as early as June 25, seal coat operations are scheduled to begin on U.S. Route 136 in Schuyler, Scotland and Clark counties. Contractor crews will start on U.S. 136 in Clark County, beginning at 0.5…
Read MoreCustomer Appreciation Celebration Draws Large Crowd
Eclipse Enterprise, LLC welcomed hungry customers to the appliance store for a customer appreciation barbecue on Saturday, June 7, 2025. Photo by Echo Menges By Echo Menges RUTLEDGE, Mo. — Eclipse Enterprise LLC, the new appliance store in Rutledge, hosted a large crowd for a Customer Appreciation Celebration held Saturday, June 7, 2025.Hot dogs, hamburgers and fixings were served to…
Read MoreState Treasurer Malek Encourages Everyone to Search the State’s Largest Lost & Found
Missourians with over $50 in unclaimed property will be listed in local newspapers later this month JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – In June, the Missouri State Treasurer’s Office will kick off annual outreach efforts for Unclaimed Property and publish a total of over 175,000 names for those who have unclaimed property worth $50 or more. This…
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