Oldest Resident
Bette Herbert, 101 ½, was honored for being Queen City’s eldest resident by Pioneer Days organizers on Thursday, July 24, 2025, on the stage. She is shown with her daughter Carolyn (back/center) and son-in-law Curtis Schmitter (right) of Downing, and her granddaughter Brenda Archibald (left) of Kirksville. Photo by Echo Menges .
Read MoreLancaster Man Injured in Early-Morning Motorcycle Crash in Adair County
BRASHEAR, Mo. — A Lancaster man suffered moderate injuries early Tuesday when his motorcycle crashed on Missouri Route 6, three miles east of Brashear, according to the Missouri State Highway Patrol.Troopers said the crash occurred at 4:10 a.m. when a 2013 Yamaha motorcycle, driven by a 28-year-old man, was traveling eastbound and left the roadway.…
Read MoreSheriff 7-24
Schuyler County Sheriff’s Activities: July 13–19, 2025The Schuyler County Sheriff’s Office reported the following law enforcement activities for the week of July 13 through July 19, 2025: Traffic Stops/Motorist Assists: 21 (11 warnings and 6 citations issued; 4 motorists assisted)Citizen Contacts: 9Deputy Calls for Service: 38Paper Service: 6Warrants Served: 0Arrests Made: 0Ambulance Calls: 7Fire Calls:…
Read MoreAmerica is Building Again
We can’t move into the future if we aren’t building today. Whether it’s our air traffic control system, our levees, or our highways, we must modernize our infrastructure. As the Chairman of the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee, I’m committed to doing exactly that. President Trump is a builder as well. This week, Transportation Secretary Sean…
Read MoreDiscover nature with MDC at the Missouri State Fair
Discover nature with MDC at the Missouri State Fair Aug. 7 – 17. Visit the Conservation Building to see free demonstrations with live birds of prey (shown), other free demonstrations and wildlife, and more. Visit the Conservation Building to see live wildlife, free demonstrations, and more. SEDALIA, Mo. — Discover nature with the Missouri Department…
Read MoreTwo Women Injured in Rear-End Crash on U.S. 63 Near Greentop
GREENTOP, Mo. — A two-vehicle crash on U.S. Highway 63 seriously injured a Kirksville woman and left another with minor injuries Monday evening, according to the Missouri State Highway Patrol. The crash occurred at approximately 5:55 p.m. July 21, about a half-mile south of Greentop in Adair County. According to the patrol’s report, a 2020…
Read MoreSchuyler R-1 Board Finalizes Budget, Staffing, and Plans for 2025-26 School Year
QUEEN CITY, Mo. — The Schuyler R-1 Board of Education took several key actions in preparation for the 2025-26 school year during its regular monthly meeting July 16, including the approval of a budget amendment, staffing changes, and updates to school meal pricing. President Andy Akers called the meeting to order at 6:05 p.m. All…
Read MorePanfish To The Rescue
Whether it's a bluegill or in this case a green sunfish it matters not, what's most important is having a good time and just enjoying the fact that you’re fishing. It had been a long day, not a bad day, just a long one. I had accomplished a few things on my “To Do”…
Read MoreJeremy Wayne Shaver
JEREMY SHAVER Age: 35 Jul 17, 1989 – Jul 15, 2025 With profound sorrow, we announce the passing of Jeremy Wayne Shaver, Age 35, of Kansas City, MO on July 15th, 2025. Jeremy was born on July 17, 1989, in Kansas City, MO He was a very bright, outgoing young man with a wicked sense…
Read MoreDiscover nature with MDC at the Missouri State Fair Aug. 7 – 17Visit the Conservation Building to see live wildlife, free demonstrations, and more.
Discover nature with MDC at the Missouri State Fair Aug. 7 – 17. Visit the Conservation Building to see free demonstrations with live birds of prey (shown), other free demonstrations and wildlife, and more. SEDALIA, Mo. — Discover nature with the Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) at the Missouri State Fair in Sedalia Aug. 7…
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