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Weekly Trivia Question
Which Missouri city is nicknamed the “Queen City of the Ozarks”?
(Hint: It’s the third-largest city in the state.)
Last Week’s Answer:
Last week’s answer, “Which Missouri town is known as the ‘Showboat Capital of the World’?” is Branson, located in Taney County.
Hometown Business Spotlight
Hometown Business Spotlight: Upriver Urban Exchange & UpRiver Home & Gifts
In the welcoming river town of Brunswick, Missouri, you’ll find two sister stores bringing style, creativity, and a love of community to locals and visitors alike — Upriver Urban Exchange and UpRiver Home & Gifts. Together, they offer a shopping experience that blends fashion, home décor, and unique artisan-made items ...
Local News
Chariton County Deputies Apprehend Suspect After Brunswick Hit-and-Run and High-Speed Pursuit
Brunswick, MO – On Thursday, October 23, 2025, Chariton County deputies were dispatched to North Wood Street in Brunswick following a report of a fire hydrant being struck by a vehicle. Upon arrival, deputies met with a Missouri Rural Water employee who was on scene…
Local Schools Celebrate Achievements and Community Spirit
From classroom achievements and cultural programs to basketball and football victories, students across Brunswick, Keytesville, Northwestern, and Salisbury schools have been busy this season. This roundup highlights academic successes, creative projects, community involvement, and sports scores from Junior High and High School teams, including updates…
Thunder Teams Celebrate Senior Night and Fall Events Across Area Schools
This past week was packed with excitement across area schools as students, athletes, and educators celebrated the spirit of fall with competitions, senior recognitions, and community events. From the Thunder’s Senior Night and district softball matchups to classroom achievements and STEM challenges, schools throughout the…
Recent MSHP Arrests in Mid-Missouri: Boone, Ray, and Surrounding Counties
The Missouri State Highway Patrol (MSHP) reports multiple arrests across Boone, Ray, and nearby counties over the past week. Charges range from felony drug offenses and warrants to driving while intoxicated and traffic violations. Local authorities continue to enforce laws and remind residents to stay…
State News
Gerald Wistrand Announces Candidacy for Missouri State Auditor, Promises Transparency, Accountability, and Citizen Engagement
Gerald Wistrand, a veteran auditor with nearly four decades of professional experience, has officially announced his candidacy for Missouri State Auditor, highlighting his commitment to transparency, accountability, and citizen-focused governance. Wistrand, an information technology auditor, constitutional student/teacher, and grassroots activist, is running to ensure that…
Missouri Freedom Caucus: A Sham Grassroots Facade Imploding Under Its Own Hypocrisy
The Missouri Freedom Caucus (MOFC) brands itself as the torchbearer of grassroots conservatism, promising to fight the Jefferson City establishment for the heart of Missouri. Yet, its actions tell a different story: a group propped up by out-of-state dark money, attacking true conservative activists, and…
Missouri’s HJR 3: Reshaping Voter Initiatives in a Republican Government
In November 2024, Missouri voters approved two polarizing measures: Amendment 3, expanding abortion rights (52% statewide), and Proposition A, raising the minimum wage to $15 and mandating paid sick leave (57%). Both passed on strong urban turnout and heavy campaign funding while losing decisively in…
Secretary Hoskins Pushes Urgent Initiative Petition Reform to Protect Missouri’s Constitution
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. — Missouri Secretary of State Denny Hoskins today urged the legislature to take decisive action to reform the state’s initiative petition (IP) process. Secretary Hoskins emphasized that decades of abuse by out-of-state special interests have turned this citizen tool into a vehicle…
US & World News
Bill Maher Compares Democrat Party to Brands That No Longer Exist – Warns They Could Become a ‘Spirit Halloween’ Store
Bill Maher on the future of the Democrat party – Screencap of YouTube video. Bill Maher does not seem very optimistic about the future of the Democrat party. In a monologue on his show on Friday night, Maher compared the party to Sears and other…
South Carolina Death Row Inmate Scheduled for Termination This Month Has Chosen His Method of Execution
Convicted killer Stephen Bryant – Screencap of YouTube video. Stephen Bryant is currently sitting on death row in South Carolina for the shooting deaths of three men over twenty years ago in 2004. According to the laws of the state, Bryant had a choice in…
NO KINGS: Liberal Hack Gayle King Reportedly on Her Way Out at ‘CBS Mornings’ Amid Network Shakeup
Gayle King / CBS Liberal news host Gayle King is reportedly on her way out at the poorly rated ‘CBS Mornings’ show as new boss Bari Weiss continues to make major changes at the network. You may recall Gayle King complaining that there was not…
WHOA! Brennan Erupts on Former Senior Advisor For Tulsi Gabbard Over Russia Hoax and Hunter Laptop
Former CIA Director John Brennan could not contain his anger as he was confronted by a career intelligence officer who worked at the DNI for a senior advisor for Tulsi Gabbard. Thomas Speciale, a former senior advisor for Tulsi Gabbard on Thursday confronted John Brennan…
Obituaries
Debra “Debby” Ann Ottmer
Odessa resident, Debra “Debby” Ann (Weaver) Ottmer, 72, died Thursday, October 30.
Tressa Marie (Barker) Glazier
Tressa Marie (Barker) Glazier, 45 of Odessa, Missouri passed away on Wednesday, October 29, 2025, in Odessa, MO surrounded by her loving family.
Edward Ewing Staton
Edward Ewing Staton, 94, of Carrollton, Missouri, passed away peacefully on October 23, 2025, at Life Care of Carrollton.A graveside service will be held Monday, November 10, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. at Carroll Memory Gardens in Carrollton. A celebration of…
Gary Ford Sr.
Gary Ford Sr., 79, of Brunswick died Sunday, Oct. 26. Funeral services will be 2 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 1 at Breshears Memorial Chapel. Burial will be in Elliot Grove Cemetery. A visitation will be one hour prior to the service….
Opinion
Is the Gaza Ceasefire a True Peace or the Prelude to Ezekiel 38’s Prophetic Invasion?
In the wake of the U.S.-brokered ceasefire between Israel and Hamas, signed just over a week ago, the world watches with a mix of hope and skepticism. Hailed as a “historic opportunity” by President Donald Trump, the agreement has seen the release of hostages, the…
California’s Sneaky Shield: How the Golden State Outsmarts Missouri’s Pro-Life Grifters—and Why Criminalizing Women is the Only True Defense
California’s new law, AB 260, allows anonymous abortion pill prescriptions, threatening Missouri’s pro-life efforts. While groups like Missouri Right to Life and MO Protects push the 2026 Amendment 3, their refusal to criminalize women leaves the state vulnerable. Only bold action can stop this interstate…
The Deceptive Shadows of QAnon: A Christian Call to Discernment Amid Conspiracy Chaos
In the wake of the tragic assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk on September 10, 2025, in Utah—a shocking event captured in real-time footage and mourned across political lines—the internet has once again become a breeding ground for deception. Just days after the incident, QAnon…
A Broken World Needs a Bold Church: Why Silence Has Let Society Fall—and How Jesus Can Heal
The Prayer That Can Change Everything If you’re searching for forgiveness, peace, and a fresh start with God, it begins with a simple step of faith. You don’t need religion or fancy words—just honesty. Here’s one way to pray: “God, I know I’ve done wrong…
Devotionals
Just As He Is Pure..
1 John 3:2-3 “Beloved, now we are children of God; and it has not yet been revealed what we shall be, but we know that when He is revealed, we shall be like Him, for we shall see Him as He is. And everyone who…
In His Image..
Genesis 1:27 “So God created man in His own image; in the image of God He created him; male and female He created them.” The great preacher and author A. W. Tozer wrote, “When God made the human soul in His own image, He did…
Great and Mighty Things..
Judges 6:12, 15 “…the Angel of the LORD appeared to him, and said to him, ‘The LORD is with you, you mighty man of valor!’” “So he said to Him, ‘O my Lord, how can I save Israel?’” Year after year, the Midianites swooped in…
Great are His Works..
Psalm 111:2 “The works of the LORD are great, studied by all who have pleasure in them.” In design and scope, all the works of the LORD are great, whether large or small. The range of meaning of the Hebrew word “great” is so extensive…