Governor Mike Kehoe’s 2026 State of the State Address: Fiscal Discipline, Tax Reform, and Potential Challenges for Rural Missouri
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. — On January 13, 2026, Missouri Governor Mike Kehoe delivered his second State of the State address, marking one year since his inauguration. In a speech centered on themes of resilience, government efficiency, and long-term growth, Kehoe outlined a vision for Missouri’s…
Chariton County Schools Highlight Student Achievement, Community Engagement, and Winter Athletics
School districts across Chariton County remained active throughout January with classroom learning, student recognition, service projects, and winter activities. Updates from Brunswick R-II, Keytesville R-III, Northwestern R-I, and Salisbury R-IV reflect continued academic focus and strong community involvement. Brunswick R-II Promotes Literacy, Service Learning, and…
Lloyd E. Bybee
Lloyd E. Bybee, 82, of Odessa, Mo passed away on January 12, 2026. Friends and family are welcome to remember Lloyd at a celebration of life on January 31st from 1pm to 3pm at New Horizon Presbyterian Church in Odessa,…
Larry Eugene McComas
Larry Eugene McComas, 62, of Lexington, passed away Monday, January 12, 2026, at Riverbend Heights Health and Rehabilitation Center in Lexington.
Denzil R. “Jack” Hicks
Denzil R. “Jack” Hicks, 91, of Sweet Springs, MO, died Monday, January 12, 2026, at Meyer Care Center in Higginsville, MO.
Dennis Wayne Stroud
Dennis Wayne Stroud, 72, of Norborne, Missouri, passed away, Sunday, January 11, 2026 at his home in Norborne.
Vivian Lorraine Bales
Vivian Lorraine Bales, 71, of Salisbury, MO, died at her home Monday, January 12, 2026. Vivian was born January 21, 1954 in Salisbury, MO the daughter of Carl Richard and Evangeline Bertha (Nellesen) Striegel.
Marjorie Jean Plute (Lucas)
Marjorie Jean Plute (Lucas), 86, of Warrensburg, Missouri, passed away Friday, January 9, 2026, at Western Missouri Medical Center in Warrensburg, Missouri.
Larry Renfro
Charles “Larry” Renfro, 88, of California, MO, passed away Sunday, January 11, 2026, at Stonebridge Oak Tree in Jefferson City, MO, with his loving wife by his side.
Don Alan Ogg
Don Alan Ogg, 66, of Richmond, passed away Friday, January 9, 2026, at his home.