Area News
Local High School Students Apply for FRS D.C. Youth Tour Sponsored by NEMR
Green City, MO, March 22nd, 2023— NEMR hosted an interview dinner to choose two candidates to represent the company at the annual Foundation for Rural Service (FRS) Youth Tour to Washington D.C. High school freshman, sophomores, juniors, and seniors within the company’s telephone/internet service area are given the opportunity to apply for this trip by…
Read MoreTigers Walk Off with Win Over Atlanta
By: Corey Stott MEMPHIS, Mo.- 3/28/23- After dropping the season opener to Schuyler County on a cold, bitter Monday night, the Tiger baseball team was back in action the following night for their home opener against the visiting Atlanta Hornets. The Tigers got in the hole early in this game, but battled back to win…
Read MoreThe University of Missouri Shares New Extension Soybean Specialist
Submitted by Samantha Turnner, MO Soybean Merchandising Council The University of Missouri – Columbia announced Dr. Andre Reis as the state’s new soybean specialist to conduct research and extend Extension efforts to soybean producers across the state. “My goal is to develop and share sustainable practices for soybean production,” said Reis. “These recommendations include nutrient…
Read MoreA.T. Still University Hosts Area High School Students
By Alisa Kigar, SCH Communications Specialist The Med Club students from Schuyler & Scotland County High Schools took a field trip to A.T. Still University in Kirksville on March 27, 2023. Med Club meetings, field trips & symposiums are designed to increase emphasis on math and science, stressing their importance in preparation and pursuit of…
Read MoreTiger Baseball Team Loaded with Talent
By: Corey Stott MEMPHIS, Mo.- 3/19/23- “We’re deep!” Those where the first words out of the mouth of Scotland County head baseball coach Rod Sears when I asked him about his roster for the upcoming 2023 season. The baseball Tigers graduated just two seniors last season, Corbyn Spurgeon and Xavier Lucas. This year’s squad features…
Read MoreScotland County Rock Price Increase, New Road and Bridge Office Opens
By Echo Menges The Scotland County Commission has been forced to increase the cost of laying gravel on county roadways due to increases in expenses for materials, fuel and maintenance. This year, those purchasing gravel for county roads can expect to see a $2 increase per ton. “The reason we updated our paid rock policy…
Read MoreScotland County 4-H Highlighted During Rotary Meeting
Kristy Eggleston-Wood presented a program to the members of the Rotary Club of Scotland County on March 15, 2023, at noon at Keith’s Cafe. She is the Youth Program Associate for Scotland County with the University of Missouri Extension. She reported that Scotland County has 113 youth enrolled in 4-H this year. That includes 19…
Read MoreTigers Sweep Competition
6TH GRADE LADY TIGERS SWEEP THE COMPETITION IN LIBERTY, ILLINOIS: These ladies went 4-0 on the day beating the Mt. Sterling Bald Eagles and Liberty Eagles twice to bring home the Championship trophy. Pictured (front row) are Assistant mini coach Kenzleigh Moore, Kayleigh Mathes, Ava Stott, and Kenzie Miller. Pictured (back row) are Coach Brad…
Read MoreColon Cancer Awareness Month: Community Activities Planned at Hospital
By Alisa Kigar, SCH Communications Specialist March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month. Colon cancer is a leading cause of cancer-related death in the United States that affects both men and women. Unlike most cancers, colorectal cancer is often preventable with screening and highly treatable when detected early. With early detection, colon cancer has a 90%…
Read MoreFormer CEO Files Lawsuit Against Scotland County Hospital and Achim Hoyal
By Echo Menges Update: March 9, 2023 – 6:56 p.m. – The Edina Sentinel/Memphis Democrat received a press release from Dr. Randy Tobler by email via Communications Specialist Sammi Gregory after the publication of this story. Click here to read the full release: DR. RANDALL TOBLER PRESS RELEASE (1) If and when a press release/public…
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