Class of 1975 Holds Reunion
The Schuyler R-1 Class of 1975 recently held their 50th Class Reunion at the Hammermill Restaurant in Downing, Mo. Those in the picture from front row to back are the following: Jamasa (Dell) Miskimins, Rhonda (Harsha) Steen, Larry Bruner, Penny (Beeler) Brummer, Jim Werner, Bana Starrett, Daryl Starrett, Rodney Newland, Louie McBee, Curtis Sidwell, Tim…
Read MoreGravett Makes History as First Female Presiding Judge of 1st Judicial Circuit
By Mike Scott NEMOnews Media Group LANCASTER, Mo. — Surrounded by family, colleagues and a legacy of judicial excellence, Lindsay Gravett was sworn in Friday afternoon as the first female presiding judge of the 1st Judicial Circuit of Missouri. The ceremony, held in the Lancaster courthouse, marked a historic moment not only for Gravett, but…
Read MoreSchuyler County Top District Softball Seed
By David Sharp Schuyler County(8-13) drew the top seed in the Class 1, District 5 Softball Tournament at La Plata. The Tournament is scheduled from October 15-21, 2025. The Lady Rams drew a first round bye and will take on the winner of the Atlanta vs. Bevier game on Thursday, October 16 at 3PM in…
Read MoreHarvest Creates Rural Roadway Hazards
COLUMBIA, Mo. – Busy rural roads are full of hazards in the fall, says University of Missouri Extension health and safety specialist Karen Funkenbusch. The often rushed harvest season puts extra traffic on narrow, gravel roads early in the morning and late at night. This extra traffic joins school buses making frequent stops on their…
Read MoreJUDY KAY (HOWARD) MATHEWS
June 16, 1939 – October 9, 2025 Judy Kay (Howard) Mathews, daughter of Marvin Harold and Edyth Marie (Swarts) Howard, was born June 16, 1939 at home in Moulton, Iowa and passed away on October 9, 2025 at the Schuyler County Nursing Home in Queen City, Missouri, where she had been a resident since 2015.…
Read MoreGravett Appointed First Circuit Judge
JEFFERSON CITY, MO – Today, Governor Mike Kehoe announced a judicial appointment to the First Judicial Circuit. Lindsay G. Gravett, of Lancaster, was appointed as Circuit Judge in the First Judicial Circuit. Ms. Gravett serves as principal of The Gravett Law Firm, LLC. She is also the prosecuting attorney for Schuyler and Clark counties. Gravett…
Read MoreDONALD LEE EIFFERT
September 12, 1940 – October 6, 2025 Donald Lee Eiffert, 85 of Belleview, Missouri passed away on Monday, October 6, 2025 at the Belleview Valley Nursing Home where he had been a resident since November 2024. The son of Merle Edwin and Elizabeth Lee (Puttoff) Eiffert, he was born on September 12, 1940 in the…
Read MoreBands, Beats and Big Dreams: Parade of Champions Returns to Kahoka Oct. 11
KAHOKA, Mo. — The streets of Kahoka will come alive with music, movement and community pride on Saturday, Oct. 11, as more than 16 high school marching bands gather for the 34th Annual Parade of Champions. This beloved tradition, hosted by the Clark County R-1 Fine Arts Boosters, promises a full day of exciting performances…
Read MoreSchuyler R1 High School Student Awarded rootEd Undergraduate Scholarship
Schuyler R1 High School announced that Chelsea Miller, Class of 2025 has been awarded a rootEd Undergraduate Scholarship of up to $12,000 annually, renewable for up to five years, to support her pursuit of a bachelor’s degree. The rootEd Undergraduate Scholarship is a “last dollar” award, designed to fill critical financial aid gaps after all…
Read MoreRams Battle Through Busy Stretch, Show Promise in Gritty Week of Softball
The Schuyler County Rams have taken the field with determination and resilience over the past week, facing a demanding slate of four games in just three days. With a mix of big offensive innings, tight defensive showdowns, and standout individual performances, the Rams showcased both their strengths and their areas for growth. Rams Surge Past…
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