Area News
Sen. O’Laughlin Becomes First Woman to Lead Missouri Senate
By Echo Menges Northeast Missouri Senator Cindy O’Laughlin (R-18th District) has officially assumed her position as president pro tempore or pro tem of the Missouri Senate. The rural Shelbina resident, who represents one of the Senate’s largest geographical districts, made state history as the first woman to hold the highest leadership position in the Missouri…
Read MorePayton Miller Receives DAR Good Citizens Award
Payton Miller of Memphis received the Good Citizens Award from the National Society of the Daughters of the American Revolution, Jauflione Chapter at a luncheon in her honor on December 6, 2024. The Good Citizens Award is presented by the DAR Jauflione Chapter to one high school student per year and recognizes and rewards individuals…
Read MoreDWI Case Against Sheriff Dropped One Day Before Jury Trial, Refiled One Week Later
The Case Has to Start All Over By Echo Menges MEMPHIS, Mo. — The driving while intoxicated criminal case against Scotland County Sheriff Bryan Whitney, scheduled to be heard before a Scotland County jury on Monday, Dec. 16, was mysteriously dropped by special prosecutor David Goring, the Adair County prosecuting attorney, just ahead of the…
Read More2024 Year in Review July through December
July 2024 Audrey Glass was honored for his 50 years as a Certified Flight Instructor. Over the years, Glass taught around 300 local pilots how to fly. A thief broke into Zimmerman’s store and restaurant in Rutledge, MO. The burglar forced a customer doorway open, broke into the ATM machine and stole approximately $1,000. Scotland…
Read MoreBuilding A Stronger Missouri: Looking Ahead To 2025
As we approach January 2025, I want to share a quick look back at where we’ve been and— more importantly— where we’re going. Representing Northeast Missouri has always been a privilege, and I don’t take it lightly. This past year has been about taking care of the basics—improving roads, supporting rural healthcare, and backing law…
Read MoreMissouri Disabled Sportsmen’s Record Hunt Focuses on Inclusion, Accessibility
Support from Walkers and Neighbors Fuels Record Deer Hunt for Disabled Sportsmen By Echo Menges With the help and support of Randy and Jenny Walker of rural Knox County, the Missouri Disabled Sportsmen hosted their largest hunt for mobility-challenged hunters in the history of the organization earlier this month during the 16th annual Timmy “Taters”…
Read MoreMemphis Area Chamber of Commerce House and Business Decorating Contest Winners
The Memphis Area Chamber of Commerce held their annual house and business decorating contest. This year’s 1st place winner in the house catogory is Sara Eggleston at 618 W. Missouri, Memphis. The 1st place business winner was the Scotland County Hospital. 2nd place winner in the Memphis Area Chamber of Commerce decorating contest is Shayla…
Read MoreBurglar Apprehended During Break-In in Gorin
By Echo Menges Sunday afternoon, Dec. 15, Scotland County Sheriff Bryan Whitney was notified by a local property owner that a burglary was in progress at 24091 State Route U in Gorin. The property owner was able to relay live updates of the break-in directly to the Sheriff while Chief Deputy Bill Holland responded to…
Read MoreMissouri Sees First Significant Decline In Drug Overdose Deaths In Nearly A Decade
JEFFERSON CITY, MO – While the opioid epidemic is not over, the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services reports the first significant year-over-year decrease in the number of deaths due to drug overdose since 2015. Down from Missouri’s all-time high of 2,180 overdose deaths in 2022, 1,948 were reported in 2023. Over 73% of…
Read MoreHospital Foundation Christmastime Fundraisers
The Scotland County Hospital Foundation has two heart-warming fundraisers for your Christmastime pleasure. It is time to decorate our lobby Christmas tree and the Scotland County Hospital Foundation is offering a way to honor or memorialize your family and friends. The 2024 Scotland County Hospital Foundation Christmas Tree will be adorned with etched glass ornaments.…
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