For many years, Richard Tinsley played an instrumental role in the Jonesburg Homecoming with his numerous rides he brought to the event. This year, the Jonesburg Lions Club decided to honor the …
For more than 30 years, Frumpy Joe’s Food and Drink was a staple in the Jonesburg community. But at the end of this month, the family-owned business that is famous for its fried chicken, roast …
Four months ago, Missouri Governor Mike Parson became an author. He wrote a book called, “No Turnin’ Back,” which chronicles his journey as governor. He shared his experiences …
Ann Rose’s first visit to the Jonesburg Homecoming was something she will never forget. The Montgomery City resident walked out at Lions Park with a crown on her head on June 15 after she …
When staff members of Mimi’s Shaved Ice and Fresh Squeezed Lemonade found out that one of their frequent customers has cancer, they immediately decided to do something about it. The …
Spencer Heredia-Hicks’ first trip to the State Summer Games on May 31 in Columbia was a successful one. The Montgomery County earned two bronze medals in swimming competition, adding to …
For anyone who enjoys live music and wrestling, the Montgomery County Fair is the place to be in July. The 77th annual fair, which starts on July 15, will have several new events, including a …
A boxer dog that is owned by Montgomery County residents will travel to Kalamazoo, Mich., on June 13 to compete in the UKC (United Kennel Club) Premier Nationals Event. The dog is named Beau and …
For years, Ann Wilkerson played an instrumental role for the Arthur Center. The longtime Montgomery City resident served as a member of the Arthur Center board, worked as an advocate for people …
For 35 years, the Jonesburg Historical Museum has been a place where patrons from Montgomery County and other areas get a chance to check out memorabilia of the history of Jonesburg from old heating …
After hosting a successful first annual BBQ Cook-Off on June 1 that attracted many residents from the Montgomery County area, the Bellflower Volunteer Fire District didn’t waste time making …
Jonesburg native Emily Laskowski will compete in the Miss Missouri Pageant that will kick off on June 9 with rehearsals, talent performances, interviews and evening gowns at Missouri Military …
It’s on to Montgomery County Middle School for 72 fifth-grade students next year. Jonesburg and Montgomery City elementary schools held celebrations for their fifth-grade students on May …
Six years ago, the First United Methodist Presbyterian Church in Montgomery City started a ministry that would make dresses for young children and donate them to churches in East Central Missouri. …
When Veregy senior project developer Ryan Becker entered the Montgomery County Courthouse at about noon on May 23, he was definitely impressed with the way the building looked inside and outside. …
The Montgomery County Middle School Family, Career and Community Leaders of America chapter has added another national award to its already growing trophy case. The FCCLA organization selected …
Year in school : Senior. Parent’s names : John and Bridget Cobb. High school activities : FFA, A+, National Honor Society. Favorite food : Steak and taters. Favorite music : …
On Aug. 25, 2020, Cameron Arzola was one of numerous Montgomery County freshmen who started their first day of high school and dealt with the precautions of the COVID-19 pandemic that closed school …
The Wellsville-Middletown FFA chapter will get new advisers for the 2024-25 school year. Both come from different states. One is from down the road in Bowling Green, while the other is 300 miles …
Mike Runzi made the long drive from the Atlanta, Ga., area to teach a jewelry-making workshop at the Montgomery County Arts Council building in Montgomery City. It turned out to be a good trip …
Before Montgomery County R-II music teacher Pam Walton got ready to start her final choir concert of her 31-year teaching career on May 9 at the Montgomery County High School gymnasium, she got a …
Nicole Hart has a passion for creating projects out of junk. That’s why the Rhineland native is nicknamed “The Junk Love Girl.” “I just love taking old things that …
During the final minutes of the Montgomery County FFA spring awards banquet on May 10 at the MCHS gymnasium, co-adviser Mary Leykamp got a chance to honor four seniors for their outstanding …
The Montgomery County R-II School District approved the sale of the $8,000,000 general obligation bond issue to its municipal bond underwriter, L.J. Hart & Company of St. Louis, during a regular …
The Developmental Disabilities Assistance Board in Montgomery County has plenty of duties and one of them is reconnecting families. The organization did just that in November 2023, when it …
