Area News
Five Scotland County Projects Included in MoDOT Five-Year Plan
Public Comment Period Opens on Draft Statewide Transportation Improvement Program JEFFERSON CITY (June 7, 2023) – The draft FY 2024-2028 Statewide Transportation Improvement Program (STIP) was presented to the Missouri Highways and Transportation Commission today. The draft five-year program includes funding from General Revenue – passed by the Missouri General Assembly – to widen and…
Read MoreMemphis City Council Meeting
Disclaimer: Below are the unapproved minutes of the Board of Aldermen of the City of Memphis, Missouri from the meeting held on June 1, 2023. The Minutes are subject to amendment, correction, or clarification until formal approval by the Board of Aldermen. DRAFT – The Board of Alderman of the City of Memphis met in…
Read MoreNew Community Health Center Opens in Memphis
Submitted by Hector Contreras, NEMO Health Council Memphis, Missouri – A ray of hope shines upon the rural community of Memphis as the long-awaited Memphis Community Health Center, a service by Northeast Missouri Health Council, opens its doors to serve the healthcare needs of its residents. The newly established facility is under the direction of…
Read MoreMissouri Governor Issues Drought Alert
Severe to Extreme Drought in Scotland County JEFFERSON CITY — May 31, 2023 – Governor Mike Parson signed Executive Order 23-05 declaring a Drought Alert in the State of Missouri in accordance with the Missouri Drought Mitigation and Response Plan. “With the summer months fast approaching, we want to be proactive to help mitigate the…
Read MorePeony Farm Brings Visitors to Tiny Town of Gorin
By Echo Menges The Whistle Stop Peonies Farm is tucked into neatly into the sleepy little town of Gorin. After five years of growing her favorite flowers, flower farmer Mona Tague of Kirksville continues to steadily attract visitors from throughout the region and beyond. The peony farm was a buzz of activity through the springtime…
Read MoreHospital Recognizes Employees For Years of Service
The Scotland County Hospital (SCH) Employee Experience Committee, in Memphis, recognized employees for their years of service with the organization and awarded service pins during National Hospital Week. The Hospital is in its 53rd year of providing healthcare services in the community and opened its doors on July 20, 1970. Angela Schmitter, RHIT, CAH-CBS, CPC,…
Read MoreAlways Remember
On Monday, May 29, members of the Wallace W. Gillespie Memorial Post 4958, VFW, presented their 77th annual Memorial Day Services on the Scotland County Courthouse lawn in Memphis. The featured speaker was Larry Gieseke. The service can be viewed on the NEMOnews.net Facebook Page.
Read MoreOusted Human Resources Staffer Alleges Discrimination and Breach of Contract
By Echo Menges Memphis, MO – Thursday, May 25, 2023 – According to court documents, another lawsuit was filed against the Scotland County Hospital (SCH) last week, on Friday, May 19, in case No. 23SE-CC00022. This is the second lawsuit filed this year against SCH by a former employee terminated in August of 2022 amid…
Read MoreClass of 2023 Graduates
On Sunday, May 21, 2023, thirty-seven high school students walked across the stage and received their diplomas at the 2023 Scotland County R-1 High School commencement ceremony. The students processed into the gym to “Pomp & Circumstance” performed by the Concert Band. Bryn Aylward, class president, gave the commencement opening speech to start the afternoon’s…
Read MoreAnother Lawsuit Filed Against Scotland County Hospital
Ousted Human Resources Staffer Alleges Discrimination and Breach of Contract By Echo Menges Memphis, MO – Thursday, May 25, 2023 – According to court documents, another lawsuit was filed against the Scotland County Hospital (SCH) last week, on Friday, May 19, in case No. 23SE-CC00022. This is the second lawsuit filed this year against SCH…
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