More than half of American farmers will reach retirement age in the next 10 years, but the steep price of entry to start a farm, along with rising input costs and volatile markets, make it tough for …
On May 13, the Montgomery County R-II FFA chapter held its annual spring banquet. There were many chapter, area and state awards and scholarships given out, and new officers for the 2022-23 …
Virginia Burns, 77, came to the Columbia Farmers’ Market with her sister, Rebecca Davis, on a hot and windy Wednesday recently. She was looking for vegetables, particularly tomatoes. She likes …
There is something new that’s coming to the Montgomery County Fair this year. The fair added a junior fair board that has a mix of area high school and college students who will help out …
For almost 25 years, Mad Science of St. Louis has been famous for giving out hands-on science experiences for children through after-school programs, workshops and other events. On July 5, the …
Four years ago, Brooklyn Bethmann got to see her older sister, Skylar, perform the National Anthem with her Montgomery County R-II elementary classmates at the right-field corner during a St. Louis …
When Amber Catterton found out that an old, two-storied brick building located next to her Bellflower home caught fire on the morning of June 28, she didn’t waste time hurrying back home from …
Since it is celebrating 100 years in business this year, Christy Minerals wanted to make a contribution to the High Hill community. So the company donated a new walking trail called the Christy …
Since its founding in 2012, Nature’s Plow has been well known for selling beef in four different sizes. On the afternoon of June 24, the Montgomery City-based business got to make a huge …
Two months ago, Montgomery City voters approved a use tax, which will allow the community to collect its sales tax for online purchases. A total of 144 voters (65 percent) approved it, while 79 …
Last fall, Barbara Messinger knew that the 50th anniversary of Timmerberg Estates in High Hill was approaching. So the longtime resident wanted to help. “I needed to get something …
Jeania Burton will never forget her final day as Montgomery City Elementary principal on May 26. “We always have our annual talent show,” Burton said. “They honored me at the …
Tara Polston got an opportunity to make some extra money last summer. The High Hill resident and the library media specialist at Montgomery City Elementary School ran a Fireworks City store at …
When Cora Johnson was named the new president of the Montgomery County High School Future Farmers of America chapter for the 2022-23 school year, she was happy that she’ll get to follow in her …
For 147 years, many people have stayed at 901 Pickering Street in Montgomery City. Even David and Mary Falloon. “A lot of people lived here, died here, laughed here and cried …
After going to an air show in Oshkosh, Wis., three years ago, Jonas Uthe was determined to become a licensed pilot. “That went from, ‘OK, I think I want my pilot’s …
Five years ago, Will Stuck decided to make a change. After working in the library business for many years, the resident from St. Joseph wanted to spend more time educating and entertaining …
Since it was founded in 2019, Veregy has played a key role in specializing in major building projects in schools and courthouses, making them more energy efficient. Now, the Phoenix, Ariz., …
The Jonesburg Homecoming has made a schedule change this year. The 80th annual event will start on a Thursday instead on a Friday like in the past. It will begin at 5 p.m. on June 16 with the …
After sitting on a chair for two hours and 18 minutes, Carole Harness finally got to see the portrait longtime artist Jane Mudd drew for her on the afternoon of June 5 at the Montgomery County Arts …
There’s a new addition at New Florence City Park. A new little free library box was built in mid-May, giving the children from the New Florence area an opportunity to increase their love …
When Alexis McCleary arrived early at the Second Annual Montgomery County Senior Center Paddle Auction on June 3 at the Old Settlers Picnic Grounds in New Florence, she saw a huge …
Two years ago, Roy Richter retired after a 42-year legal career. But he never got a farewell ceremony due to the coronavirus pandemic. On the afternoon of May 26, Richter was honored at a …
The Missouri Retired Teachers Association (MRTA) Region 4 Food for Thought Virtual Food Drive was conducted during March 2022. Efforts were focused on alleviating childhood hunger in Audrain, …
The Larry Richards Club is a youth group formed of fourth and fifth graders at Jonesburg Elementary School and is sponsored by the Jonesburg Optimists. The club learned about civic organizations and …
