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Welch recognized for teaching excellence
This story shines a spotlight on the transformative role that teachers like Taylor Welch play in their students' lives. A 2017 graduate of Monroe City R-1 and now a passionate 4th-grade teacher at Terwilliger Elementary in Gainesville, Florida, Ms.

Governor Parson Announces Judicial Appointment
On Friday, Governor Mike Parson announced three judicial appointments to Judicial Circuits. Among those appointed was Jennifer A.
Exciting Changes Coming to The Lake Gazette in the New Year!
As we welcome the start of a new year, The Lake Gazette is thrilled to announce its transition to new ownership under CherryRoad Media. This change marks the beginning of an exciting chapter, ensuring the same commitment to quality journalism with a fresh perspective and upgraded digital experience.
Department of Natural Resources awards $226,000 to Palmyra
The Missouri Department of Natural Resources has awarded a $226,000 loan to the city of Palmyra for planning and design work related to the city’s ongoing drinking water improvement project.

Monroe City Police Investigating Vehicle Thefts
On Tuesday, Jan. 7, at approximately 5:15 a.m., the Monroe City Police Department responded to a report of a motor vehicle theft in the area of Boulder Avenue.

HNB National Bank named as one of America’s Best Regional Banks for the New Year
HNB National Bank was recently listed on a Newsweek ranking for America's Best Regional Banks and Credit Unions for 2025. 500 of the top-rated banks and 500 of the top-rated credit unions throughout the nation were listed for this year's choices. Newsweek uses the Texas Ratio (a measure of a bank's credit quality) along with reviewing profitability and net loans and leases. Selection of these honors also factors in press coverage over the past two years, customer surveys, social media reviews, Apple App Store reviews and Google Play Store reviews.
Exciting Changes Coming to The Lake Gazette in 2025
As we welcome the start of a new year, The Lake Gazette is thrilled to announce its transition to new ownership under CherryRoad Media. This change marks the beginning of an exciting chapter, ensuring the same commitment to quality journalism with a fresh perspective and upgraded digital experience. Here's everything you need to know: A Fresh Look, Same Trusted URL While our website will undergo a sleek redesign to enhance your online reading experience, you can rest assured that our current URL will remain unchanged. Navigating to your favorite local news source will be as simple as ever.
Make plans to attend an informative and engaging Business After Hours event
Make plans to attend an informative and engaging Business After Hours event hosted by the Monroe City Chamber and MA Bank on Monday, January 13, 2025, from 5 to 7 p.m. at 202 N. Main Street, Monroe City. This event offers a valuable opportunity for business owners and aspiring entrepreneurs to network and gain insights from industry experts.

Terwilliger 4th Grade Elementary Teacher Taylor Welch Leads Her Class to Success in Read for 15 Challenge, Gifts from the Patrick Mahomes Foundation!
Terwilliger 4th Grade Elementary Teacher Taylor Welch Leads Her Class to Success in Read for 15 Challenge, Gifts from the Patrick Mahomes Foundation!