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Marilyn Leslie Dement

Marilyn Leslie Dement, 59, of Ellington, MO, embarked on her final adventure on September 24, 2023. Born on May 21, 1964, in Chicago, Illinois. Marilyn leaves behind a legacy of love and laughter, survived by her husband, Danny Dement Jr. and a host of cherished friends. She was preceded in death by her son, Trey…

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Reynolds County Fair Starts Thursday

Saddle Up and put on your boots! The Reynolds County Fair will open Thursday evening in Redord. There’s going to be three days worth of fun at the 45th Reynolds County Fair. The fair will continue through Saturday night. Thursday night is free admission; Friday and Saturday there is an admission fee. Thursday events include…

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Lady Panthers Stay Busy

On Sept. 5, the JV Lady Panthers fell to West County in 3 25-17, 13-25, and 11-15. They were led by Allee Martin with 5 kills, 2 assists, and 7 digs. Payton German added 4 kills, 4 service points, and led the team with 15 digs. Paige German led the team in assists with 10…

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Special Solar Eclipse Event Planned

Volunteers needed to help with planning By Susan Smith Kline On Monday, April 8, 2024, a total solar eclipse will cross North America, passing over Mexico, the United States, and Canada. The total solar eclipse will begin over the South Pacific Ocean. Weather permitting, the first location in continental North America to experience totality will…

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36th Annual Freedom Fest In Annapolis Oct. 6 & 7

It’s the perfect time for a beautiful drive to the quaint little town of Annapolis to enjoy the 36th annual Freedom Fest!  On Friday Vendors will open at 12 noon.  Ham & Bean Dinner/Ice Cream Social, Cake Walks & Bingo with Prizes begins at 5pm.  Pet Show registration at 4:30pm; Pet Show at 5pm.  Breakfast…

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2nd Annual Scarecrow Decorating Contest

Last year 22 local businesses and organizations participated in the 1st Annual Scarecrow Decorating Contest during the Ozark Heritage Festival.  During the weeks leading up to the event, unique scarecrows depicting the business they represented began showing up throughout the area.  People were invited to visit the businesses and vote for their favorite scarecrow. On…

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Southern Iron County Fire Protection District Upgrades Equipment

The Southern Iron County Fire Protection District has recently been able to upgrade aging equipment to better serve the residents of Iron County. A Quick Attack/Brush Truck has been added to House #1 in Annapolis and a second Brush Truck has been added to House #2 in Des Arc. Funding for the trucks was provided…

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Number of Children in State Custody Down

Greetings Friends of the 144th! We certainly have had some wonderful weather lately. I have been trying to take time each day to go outside and take a walk and enjoy the beauty. I certainly hope we have a long fall and plenty more beautiful days before old man winter arrives. I have been busy…

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Tackling the rural health care crisis

For too long, Congress has allowed special interests and the politically connected to shape health care policies and legislation. As a result, we have a health care system that puts corporate interests – not patients – first. And no one has felt the consequences more than our rural communities, where the average life span is…

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