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Judge Rules Scotland County Hospital Purposefully Violated the Sunshine Law, Voids All Actions Taken During Secret Meetings
This story has been updated to include comments from Dr. Randall Tobler and sections of Judge Roberts’ ruling. By Echo Menges Friday, Nov. 8 – In a decision issued Friday afternoon, First Circuit Presiding Judge Rick Roberts ruled the Scotland County Hospital Board of Directors violated the Missouri Sunshine Law during two secret meetings held…
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Read MoreScotland County Hosted Region 3 Missouri Retired Teachers Association’s Annual Meeting
The Scotland County Area of Retired Teachers and Retired School Personnel Association (S..C.A.R.T.A.) hosted the Missouri Retired Teachers Association (M.R.T.A.) Region 3 Annual Meeting on October 17, 2024, at the First Christian Church Fellowship Hall in Memphis. Scotland County Unit President Rhonda McBee welcomed over forty retired educators and state Missouri Retired Teachers Association and…
Read MoreMemphis City Council Addresses Property Concerns, Parking Issues, and Fire Station Plans
The Memphis City Council convened on October 3, 2024, with Mayor Mike Ahland presiding over the meeting. All council members—Mike Gundy, Lane Campbell, Katie Harris, and Jenny Aldridge—were present. The meeting addressed a range of local issues, from citizen concerns about property upkeep to department updates on city projects and operations. Citizen Participation During the…
Read MoreGeneral Election Brings Key Contests and Amendments to Scotland County Voters
Scotland County voters will head to the polls on November 5, 2024, to cast their ballots in federal, state, and local races, as well as to weigh in on several key constitutional amendments and a proposition. The presidential race features candidates from multiple parties, including Republicans Donald J. Trump and JD Vance, Democrats Kamala D.…
Read MoreScotland County Struggles to Fill Road and Bridge Crew Positions
By Echo Menges SCOTLAND COUNTY, Mo. – The Scotland County Commission is facing challenges in filling open positions on the county’s Road and Bridge crew, a shortage that is delaying key projects. “We’re short two or three people at least,” said Presiding Commissioner Duane Ebeling. The commission is concerned that upcoming retirements could worsen the…
Read More“Love Letters to Scotland County”: Crawford Exhibits Series of Paintings in Indianapolis
By Emily Bontrager In September, Laura Crawford showcased a series of paintings for a solo show at Gallery 6202 in Indianapolis, Indiana. Scotland County has always held a special place in Laura’s heart, so she decided to paint a series to showcase the rural areas of the county. The acrylic paintings are Laura’s “Love Letters…
Read MoreDriver’s License System Changes Coming Soon
The Missouri State Highway Patrol would like to inform the public of upcoming changes to the driver license testing process. In preparation for the transition, driver examination stations throughout the state will close at 12 p.m. on Thursday, November 7, 2024, and all-day November 8, 2024. Normal operations will resume on Tuesday, November 12, 2024,…
Read MoreTigers Take on Midgets in Homecoming Contest
10/11/24 By: Weston Smith The Scotland County Tigers were back at home for week seven of football. It was homecoming night in Memphis as the Tigers welcomed the Putnam County Midgets. The first half featured a back and forth duel with both teams scoring once in the first quarter, and each team recording another score…
Read MoreFFA Girls A Team Takes State
The Memphis FFA Girls A Team celebrates their victory as State Champions in the ladies division at the MYSSA State Trapshoot in Linn Creek, competing against 17 squads. The Memphis FFA Boys A Team also earned recognition, placing third out of 83 squads in the FFA division. Top individual performances came from Zada Ketchum, who…
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