Former state Sen. Frank Barnitz announced on Thursday he is seeking to represent Missouri’s Eighth District in Congress. The seat is currently held by Rep. Jason Smith, whose held the office since 2013. Barnitz made the announcement at the Phelps County Courthouse during a regular meeting of…
The Bunker R-3 High School Homecoming will be held on Friday, Feb. 6. The Eagles will take on St. Pius at 6 p.m. with the coronation to follow. The 2026 Homecoming candidates are as follows: Freshman Keira Turnbough, Sophomore Bella Sanders, Junior Kiera McClanahan, Senior Kinsey Barton, Sen…
Bunker Eagle coach Rod Gorman was a twenty-six-year-old coach at Festus during his one-year stint. After leading the Bourbon Warhawks to three consecutive district titles in the late 1980’s, the Licking native was off to Festus. His one year, 1990-1991, produced the schools only state championship.
Before the last few days, Salem’s most recent peak demand was 12.1 megawatts. It will take some time to know if a new peak has been set. Peak Demand is the time when a community uses the most electricity all at once. Cities and electric systems can reach peak demand in winter or summer.
The history of wild horses in Shannon County is steeped in myths and romanticism. Some contend the horses that still roam free there are descendants of stock left behind by the Spaniards.
The Salem Arts Center has plenty of classes for folks this month with new and returning classes, including plenty of ways to get started in the art of clay or pottery.
The Green Forest R-II Board of Director met for its monthly meeting Tuesday, Jan. 20. In attendance included board members Jason Jones, Jereme Patton, Michael Jones, Kyle Case, and Amber Toman. Also in attendance included Conrad Prugh, Kriste Crocker, Marsha Gabel, and Julie Harris.
The Salem VFW Chapter, working in partnership with Patrolman Hoffmeister, successfully organized a benefit coyote hunt in support of the Shop with a Cop program, which was held on Jan. 17. The organizers dedicated many hours of planning and hard work to ensure the event was well-coordinated …
Winter Storm Fern made its way through Dent County this past weekend, causing closures around the city and county following a deluge of snow. On Monday, Jan. 26, social media accounts of the city and county urged everyone to stay home and off the roadways to give road crew members plenty of …
The Dent Count Health Center held its monthly meeting Friday, Jan. 16. In attendance were board members Bob Parsons, Bob Gravely, Carol Lacy, Lori Hasten and Dennis Floyd. Also present were Zach Moser, administrator, and Roma Jones, assistant administrator.
Miles and Amber Yates and family of Salem were among the Missouri families honored at the 68th annual Missouri Farm Family Day on Aug. 11, 2025, during the Missouri State Fair in Sedalia.
Former state Sen. Frank Barnitz announced on Thursday he is seeking to represent Missouri’s Eighth District in Congress. The seat is currently held by Rep. Jason Smith, whose held the office since 2013. Barnitz made the announcement at the Phelps County Courthouse during a regular meeting of…
The Salem Tigers carried the momentum of a strong holiday tournament showing into the new year, opening 2026 with a home victory on Jan. 2 with a 67-62 victory over Osage, improving to 8-4 on the season.
Delores Kay (Stewart) Warden, born October 26, 1953, in Spring…
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