Even the chilly conditions didn’t stop the Jonesburg Elementary staff from celebrating a new addition to its school. JBE held a ribbon-cutting ceremony to introduce its new intermediate playground for students grades 3-5. The event was attended by staff members, students and numerous members in the Montgomery County community. JBE principal Jenny Krattli was the emcee, students Kenzie Wilson and Quinn Cope did some speaking and another student, Parker Calbreath, cut the ribbon.
The Montgomery County and Wellsville-Middletown FFA chapters will travel to Indianapolis this week to participate in the 98th Annual National FFA Convention and Expo, which starts on Oct. 29 and ends on Nov. 1.
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 29 ■ Bingo, 12:30 p.m., Montgomery County Senior Center. ■ MoCo Book Club, 6:30 p.m., Montgomery City Public Library.
An accident outside Mineola on eastbound I-70 on the morning of Oct. 26 caused moderate injuries to a 68-year-old female from Independence. According to the Missouri State Highway Patrol, …
Wellsville's favorite fall tradition found a new home this year—and it couldn't have been more perfect. On Oct. 4, families from across Wellsville gathered at the newly renovated Kiwanis Ballpark to celebrate Autumnfest, the town’s annual celebration of community, color and the changing seasons. From 11 a.m.-4 p.m., the park buzzed with laughter, music and the scent of BBQ, kettle corn and cotton candy.
Poultry Kadence James, Middletown Meddlers My name is Kadence James. This is my second year in poultry. The first day I decided what I was going to do. I made a flower bowl and if you make it too big, the walls will be very thin. I also made a pitcher, but you can’t make it by using the pinch pot method. Because it makes it too wide, like a bowl.
With one swing at the bat, Dylan Topel helped the Montgomery County softball team reach a place it has never gone before – the Final Four. Topel hit a walk-off, two-run homer with two outs …
SCAM ALERT: The Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office would like to warn residents of an increase in scams involving money transfer applications such as Cash App, Venmo and PayPal, as well as phone and computer-based fraud attempts. Scammers are contacting individuals through phone calls, text messages, social media and email, often claiming to be from a government agency, business or even a family member in need. Victims are then instructed to send money through mobile payment apps, cards or to mail cash, checks or other financial documents to a specific address. The Sheriff’s Office reminds citizens that legitimate agencies and businesses will never request payment through mobile apps or request you to download an app or mail them cash. If you receive a suspicious message or call asking for money, do not send funds, download apps or share personal information. Hang up and contact the organization directly using a verified phone number other than the one the caller calls from or gives you.
Year in school: Senior. Parent's names: Heather Haarmann. High school activities: Varsity Football Cheer Captain, NHS, FCCLA Chapter Officer and Academic Honors.
Jonesburg Elementary School has an award this school year – All-Star Students of the Week. Two students will be selected for the award each week.
The Jonesburg-High Hill Fire Protection District received a huge gift over the summer. The fire department got a new truck with a 75-foot aerial ladder. It was given by the Mehlville Fire Protection District, located in south St. Louis County.
The September 2025 Students of the Month for Wellsville-Middletown Junior and Senior High are Ryelan Brison (junior high) and Cameron Pittker (high school).
A year ago, the Montgomery County football team had just three wins. After cruising past the Louisiana Bulldogs 54-21 on Friday at Jim Blacklock Field, the Wildcats wrapped up their best regular …
Seventy years ago, Charles Gregory, Sue Robinson Winters and Russ Winters were the last graduates of Bellflower High School. On Oct. 18, they were among the 40-plus former Bellflower students who participated in a reunion at the Bellflower Community Building. “We like it,” Gregory said. “It’s enjoyable. It’s something to do.”
Lance Kobusch is getting a taste of international living. The New Florence native is continuing his motorcycle racing career overseas. He recently joined an electric dirt bike team called Stark that will be racing all over the world.
The congregation at St. John’s United Church of Christ in High Hill is pleased to announce Rev. Steve Westbrook as its new pastor.
The Montgomery County softball team’s memorable season will continue for at least another three days. The Wildcats won their second district title in program history after knocking off the …
The Montgomery County volleyball season came to an end on Tuesday as the Wildcats fell to North Callaway 14-25, 22-25 and 21-25 in a Class 2, District 6 quarterfinal match at Hermann High School. …
Montgomery County junior Addison Brower talks about her team's three-game loss to North Callaway in the Class 2, District 6 quarterfinal loss on Tuesday.
For 29 years, Les Davis has been the Cookie Man. The Wellsville resident makes all kinds of cookies from sugar cookies to snickerdoodles at his home. He gets up at 3 a.m. to make them.
Two Kansas City residents suffered minor injuries following an accident at the 184.2 mile marker of eastbound I-70 at Jonesburg in the morning on Oct. 18. According to the Missouri State Highway …
On October 3, deputies responded to a residence in Wellsville for a report of a domestic disturbance. Upon arrival they made contact with a male subject who had a bloody nose. Through the course of …
The Wright City football team found its rhythm on Oct. 17, but then lost it again when it mattered most. After forging a 20-all tie with a pair of fourth-quarter scores, Wright City faltered in …
