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Governor Parson launches "MO VIP" campaign giving vaccinated Missourians a chance at $10,000

Mandi Kindhart-White
Updated Jul 26, 2021

On Wednesday, during a press conference at the State Capitol, Governor Mike Parson announced the launch of a statewide COVID-19 vaccination incentive program, MO VIP, to encourage vaccination among all Missourians age 12 and up. Over the next three months, 900 Missourians who have or will ch…

Governor Parson launches "MO VIP" campaign giving vaccinated Missourians a chance at $10,000

Mandi Kindhart-White
Updated Jul 26, 2021

Wagner signs letter of intent to further track career

Mandi Kindhart-White
Updated Jun 16, 2021

On May 13, the friends and family of Cody Wagner gathered together in the Monroe City High School lobby to celebrate the accomplishment of Wagner receiving an athletic scholarship to attend Iowa Wesleyan University. As everyone gathered together, Wagner sat with his parents, Doug and Alison …

Monroe County Blow Cancer Away fundraiser increases with donations

Monroe County Blow Cancer Away fundraiser increases with donations

Mandi Kindhart-White
Mar 6, 2019

On March 2, the Madison High School Gym was filled with Monroe County Cancer Supporters and residents for the ninth annual Blow Cancer Away Fundraiser. The event is scheduled each year rotating between Madison, Paris and Monroe City. This year the event brought more items up for bid than the…

Kendrick family reunion planned for August 1

Mandi Kindhart-White
Jul 23, 2021

Kendrick family reunion (descendants of Jerome and Sarah) will be held Sunday, August 1, at the St. Stephen’s/Swinkey Indian Creek KC Hall. Please bring a carry-in dish or dessert to share. Drinks and serving ware will be provided. Lunch will be served around noon. Please spread the word and…

Mt. Airy annual fish fry to be held September 7

Mandi Kindhart-White
Updated Sep 2, 2020

Mt Airy will be hosting their annual fish fry on Monday, Sept. 7th at their church. A good will donation will be accepted. The food and fellowship are fabulous, and, as they have for years generously donated their proceeds to Monroe County Cancer Supporters Patient assistance fund. The meal …

Returning to School with a Smile: Tips & Tricks

Brandpoint (BPT)
10 hrs ago

(BPT) - Many students and parents are preparing to head back to classrooms this fall for the first time in over a year. Amazon has compiled tips and tricks to help students — and parents! — keep back-to-school jitters at bay so they can head back to school with confidence.

Rep. Long Wishes Missouri Olympians Well in Summer Games

Mandi Kindhart-White
Updated Jul 23, 2021

As the summer Olympics begin in Tokyo, Missouri Congressman Billy Long made the following statement congratulating the nine Missourians who will join Team USA in Japan. Read more

Monroe City cheers team on to state; returns with 10 State Titles

Mandi Kindhart-White
Updated May 26, 2021

The Monroe City Track and Field team boarded the bus to head to the Missouri Class 2 State Competition on May 20 in Jefferson City. As the bus left town, fans lined the street with signs, cheering on the athletes to their state bound destiny with hopes of bringing home a title. Read more