Keytesville R-III School District Names New Principal, Seeks 7–12 Mathematics Teacher
The Keytesville R-III School District in Chariton County, Missouri, has announced a significant leadership change for the 2026–2027 school year. In addition, the district is now accepting applications for a 7–12 mathematics teacher position at Keytesville High School, offering a unique opportunity for educators seeking…
Chariton County Classrooms & Courts: Student Success, School Spirit, and Winter Highlights
Students across Keytesville, Northwestern, Brunswick, and Salisbury schools continue to excel academically, compete at a high level in athletics, and remain deeply involved in extracurricular and community-focused activities. This in-depth Chariton Beacon roundup highlights student achievement, school spirit, and important district updates from across Chariton…
Christopher “Chris” Michael Stith
Christopher “Chris” Michael Stith, age 71, a lifelong resident of Daviess County, Missouri, passed away on Thursday, January 22, 2026, at Mosaic Life Care in St. Joseph, Missouri.
Carl J. Goodman Jr.
Carl J. Goodman Jr., 83, of Higginsville, Missouri, passed away on Tuesday, January 20, 2026. He was born February 10, 1942, in Mount Pulaski, Illinois, to Carl Goodman Sr. and Olive (Pope) Goodman.
Wilma Louise Carter
Wilma Louise Carter, 102, of Richmond, passed away Thursday, January 22, 2026, Shirkey Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Richmond.
Paul Linder Hoffmann
Paul Linder Hoffmann, 84, of Emma, MO, passed away Thursday, January 22, 2026. Linder was born on December 12, 1941, the son of the late Paul E. and Margie D. Hoffmann. On November 22, 1991, he married Judith Kay Riesterer,…
Brenda Faye (Ebel) Ballinger
Brenda Faye (Ebel) Ballinger, 54, died Sunday, Dec. 7. A visitation will be at 11 a.m. followed by a celebration of life at noon Saturday, Feb. 7 at Thurman Funeral Home in Richmond.
Donald Ray Holloway
Donald Ray Holloway, 89, of Richmond, passed away Thursday, January 22, 2026, at his home.
Louis Everett George, Jr.
Louis Everett George, Jr., 68, of Hardin, Missouri, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, January 21, 2026, at North Kansas City Hospice House.
Mildred Eileen Terry
Mildred Eileen Terry, 102, of Salisbury died Tuesday, January 20, 2026, at Chariton Park in Salisbury. She was born on November 18, 1923, in Southrop, England to James and Edith Maunder. She was one of 11 children. Mildred met her…