Schuyler County Sheriff’s Activities: May 4–10, 2025
The Schuyler County Sheriff’s Office reported the following law enforcement activities for the week of May 4 through May 10, 2025: Traffic Stops/Motorist Assists: 3 (1 warning and 1 citation issued; 1 motorist assisted)Citizen Contacts: 12Deputy Calls for Service: 36Paper Service: 2Warrants Served: 0Arrests Made: 0Ambulance Calls: 10Fire Calls: 3Reported Thefts/Disturbances: 0Auto Accidents: 1Assisted Other…
Read MoreJohn William McCullar
John McCullar December 27, 1950 – May 8, 2025 John William McCullar, 74 of Glenwood, Missouri passed away on Thursday, May 8, 2025 at the Schuyler County Nursing Home in Queen City, Missouri where he had been a resident since 2020. The son of George Austin and Jennie Lynd (Harden) McCullar, he was born on…
Read MoreLocal Student Awarded NEMR Scholarship
Pictured is the winner, Brenna Whitlow, and NEMR’s Gracey Gordon Queen City, MO – May 1, 2025 – NEMR is proud to announce that Brenna Whitlow, a graduating senior from Schuyler County R-1, has been selected as the recipient of a $500 NEMR Scholarship. This scholarship is one of eight awarded to students across the…
Read MoreCOMMISSION May 5, 2025
May 5, 2025 The Schuyler County Commission convened with the following officers and members present: Jeremy Lefler, Presiding Commissioner, Anthony Wilson, Associate Commissioner, Drew Bruner, Associate Commissioner, Lisa Small, County Clerk, Kathy Steen, Deputy Clerk, and Chris Waddle, Road and Bridge Supervisor.The following business was had to wit:Presiding Commissioner Jeremy Lefler called the meeting to order…
Read MoreDowning Board Renews Aldermen Terms, Approves Ordinances at May Meeting
DOWNING, Mo. — The Downing Board of Aldermen met for its regular monthly session on May 5, with Mayor Alan Garrett presiding. The meeting opened at 6 p.m. at City Hall and included routine approvals, ordinance updates and infrastructure discussions. Returning to office, Alderman Ray Bange was sworn in for another term representing the South…
Read MoreSchuyler Scholar Bowl Finishes Second at State; Hoffmeyer Named to All-State Team
COLUMBIA, Mo. — The Schuyler County Scholar Bowl team capped off a remarkable season with a second-place finish at the state championship tournament held Friday, May 9 in Columbia. The Rams faced tough competition, opening the day with a challenging matchup against Weaubleau—the 2023 state champions and 2024 runner-up. Schuyler fell to Weaubleau 360-240 in…
Read MoreRams’ Regular Season Winding Down
The Rams dropped two straight as April moved into May. Losing 5-7 to the neighboring Putnam County Midgets (17-3) on April 29th. Then losing 5-6 to the visiting Green City Gophers (10-5) on May 1st. Entering the first full week of May, the Rams’ record was 10-9. Tuesday, May 6, 2025 vs. Westran Hornets, 12-5When…
Read MoreEXTRAORDINARY NURSE RECOGNIZED AT SCOTLAND COUNTY HOSPITAL
Date May 8, 2025, Memphis, Missouri – Chrissie Burkhiser of Scotland County Hospital was recently honored with The DAISY Award® For Extraordinary Nurses. The award is part of the DAISY Foundation’s programs to recognize the super-human efforts nurses perform every day. Scotland County Hospital and Clinics implemented the DAISY Award® program earlier this year at their facilities. The nomination submitted read,…
Read MoreMU Extension Highlights Mental Health Awareness Month
May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and the University of Missouri Extension is emphasizing the importance of mental health in farming and rural communities. Brenda Schreck, a livestock field specialist with MU Extension, highlights the challenges faced by Missouri farmers, ranchers, and their families. “In 2022, Missouri farmers, ranchers, and their families faced tough…
Read MoreSchuyler County Court Cases – 5-15-25
04/28/2025 – 25SY-CC00018 – SHELBIE M ERWIN V JESSICA HALLE – CC Partition 04/29/2025 – 220246975 – CITY OF QUEEN CITY V FISTON NSIMBA DIWA – Description: Exceeded Posted Speed Limit (20-25 Mph Over) { Ordinance RSMo: Not Available }, Date: 04/13/2025 – QUEEN CITY PD 04/29/2025 – 220246977 – CITY OF QUEEN CITY…
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