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Despite the cold weather turkeys are on my brain

Mandi Kindhart-White
1 hr ago

It’s February and it is usually the coldest in North Missouri this time of year. One might still be thinking about winter and winter activities. I’m usually predator hunting and getting ready to chase some white geese. But in the back of my mind all I can think of is Spring and going turk…

Trower Wins VFW District 17 Voice of Democracy Competition

Mandi Kindhart-White
22 hrs ago

Elizabeth Trower, a senior at Mark Twain High School, was presented with a Certificate of Merit from the VFW and its Auxiliary at the District 17 meeting in Hannibal on Sunday, February 21. Elizabeth submitted a recorded essay on “Is This the Country the Founders Envisioned?” and was chosen …

Panthers win CCC Title

Mandi Kindhart-White
Feb 25, 2021

The Monroe City Panthers earned the title of being the Clarence Cannon Conference Champions against Macon on February 19 and ended the last Conference game undefeated on February 20 against Highland. The Panthers ended their regular season with 22 wins and only 2 losses against teams playing…

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…

Spalding’s celebrate Golden Wedding Anniversary

Mandi Kindhart-White
Updated Nov 4, 2020

Daniel and Marsha (Talbott) Spalding will soon be celebrating their Golden Wedding Anniversary. They were joined in marriage on November 7, 1970 by Fr. Richard Hunkins at Holy Rosary Church in Monroe City. Attendants of the bride and groom were Monica (Talbott) King and Glen Yager. A dinne…

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 …

Rewards Program Adds Perks to Home Buying

Feb 26, 2021

(NewsUSA) - The COVID-19 pandemic and historically low mortgage interest rates have caused a flurry of home buying across the United States. Families are searching for more flexible work or learning spaces, larger homes and spacious yards for cooped up kids.

M.C.F.D. fights fires ignited by thawing frozen pipes

Mandi Kindhart-White
Feb 26, 2021

The Monroe City Fire Department (M.C.F.D.) have been busy this past week responding to accidents and fire calls. Monroe City Fire Chief Rich Enochs encourages caution when thawing pipes, stating, “There are several ways you help thaw pipes safely. One way is to open the cabinet door to make … Read more

Panthers win CCC Title

Mandi Kindhart-White
Feb 25, 2021

Monroe County Cancer Supporters sees support despite freezing temperatures

Mandi Kindhart-White
Updated Feb 17, 2021

The Just As I Am Cowboy Church, in spite of horrible cold, slick roads and a global pandemic held their Valentine’s Dinner, Dance and Silent Auction on February 13. The youth followed that with a pancake and sausage breakfast Sunday, February 14. Mary McGee reports that the efforts raised $2… Read more