David Bertram Stark
David Bertram Stark – age 89 of Gallatin, MO passed away Friday, September 26, 2025, at his home in Gallatin.
Randall “Randy” Wayne Green
Randall “Randy” Wayne Green, 65, of Norborne, passed away Monday, September 29, 2025, at CenterPoint Medical Center in Independence.
Judith Ann Porter Lipscomb
Judith Ann Porter Lipscomb – age 72 of Lathrop, MO passed away Friday evening, September 26, 2025, at her home in Lathrop.
James Clifton “Jim” Fann
James Clifton “Jim” Fann, 100, of Higginsville, died on Saturday, September 27 at the Lafayette Regional Health Center in Lexington.
Zaiden Mikel Rowe
Zaiden Mikel Rowe, 20, passed away unexpectedly on September 24, 2025. He was born on February 2, 2005, to Frank Rowe and Jeanie Rush and was raised in the Ray County area most of his life. He attended school in…
In God We Trust..
Genesis 47:15a “So when the money failed in the land of Egypt…” Ancient Egypt once overflowed with wealth and prosperity until natural disasters and famine brought it to its knees, bankrupt. The hot, dry north African winds began blowing and didn’t stop. Temperatures inched upward,…
This Week’s Trivia Question
Which Missouri community is known for its large Amish population and horse-drawn buggies? (Hint: It’s the largest Old Order Amish settlement in Missouri.) Last Week’s Answer:Last week’s answer, “Which Missouri town is home to the National Winston Churchill Museum?” is Fulton, where Churchill spoke at…
Recent Arrests Across Mid-Missouri: Boone, Ray, Livingston, and Surrounding Counties
Local law enforcement agencies across Mid-Missouri have reported a series of arrests over the past week, with charges ranging from felony drug offenses and DWI to traffic violations and misdemeanor warrants. Residents from Boone, Ray, Livingston, and surrounding counties were taken into custody, with some…
Chariton County Sheriff Reports Shooting and Arrest in Separate Cases
On Tuesday, September 23, 2025, Brunswick, Missouri, was the scene of a shooting that left one person injured and sparked an ongoing investigation by the Chariton County Sheriff’s Office. Just two days later, authorities announced the arrest of a local man on multiple child sex…
Chariton County Schools: News, Activities, and Athletics
Chariton County schools continue to offer students engaging academic experiences, extracurricular activities, and strong community involvement. From Salisbury to Brunswick, Keytesville, and Northwestern, students are participating in events, fundraisers, and competitions that enhance learning, promote school spirit, and connect families with their local schools. Brunswick…