Christmas in St. Anthony Dec. 12

B.J.’s Bar and Grill in St. Anthony is hosting “Christmas in St. Anthony” Saturday, Dec. 12 with free food and drinks, a parade and photos with Santa Claus. The event begins with free food …

Mary’s Home lighted Christmas parade Nov. 27

“Red, White and Blue” is the theme of this year’s Mary’s Home Christmas Parade, set for Friday, Nov. 27. Lineup for the parade is at 6 p.m. at the Knights of Columbus Hall, with the …
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Obituaries
Mrs. Wilma Carole Hale, 81,
Mrs. Wilma Carole Hale, 81, of Henley, died peacefully Friday, November 6, 2026, at home surrounded by her loving family. Carole was born on December 21, 1944, in Tuscumbia, a daughter of Lloyd …
David C. Barry, 68,
David C. Barry, 68, unexpectedly passed away Nov. 3, 2026, in the home he built in Eldon.   Dave was born May 13, 1958, in St. Louis, a son of Robert and Mary (Cratty) Barry. On Oct. 30, …
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Daniel R. Noyes, 80
Daniel R. Noyes, 80, of Eldon, died Thursday, November 5, 2026, at his home.  He was born Dec. 15, 1945, in Long Island, N.Y., a son of the late Robert and Genevieve Noyes.  On June …
Lowell Dion Duncan, 57,
Lowell Dion Duncan, 57, of Iberia, died Saturday, Oct. 31, 2026, at his home.   He was born April 16, 1969, in Waynesville, a son of the late Milton Lowell and Bernadine (Long) Duncan.   …
Gavin M. Cotten, 25
Gavin M. Cotten, 25, of Eldon, died, Sunday, Nov. 1, 2026, at Capital Region Medical Center in Jefferson City. He was born Nov. 22, 2000, in Osage Beach, a son of Jonathan Cotten and Adrianna (Wade). …
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Christmas kickoff Nov. 27 in Iberia

As soon as Thanksgiving is over, the Iberia community will hit the Christmas switch. The Iberia Legacy Foundation is hosting “Moonlight Madness” and “Christmas at the the Corner” from 3 …

Special Sections
Sports
Soccer Eagles gain split
Eugene’s soccer Eagles managed to earn a split in a pair of games over the course of the week, improving their record to 6-10. On Thursday, Oct. 15, the Eagles dropped a 5-1 decision to the …
Eldon’s Kamry McQueary delivers a pitch during the Lady Mustangs’ 11-0 win over Battle Monday, oct. 12, in the home finale at Clawson Field.
Eldon softballers belt Battle
Giana Blankenship and Kamry McQueary combined to toss a one-hitter as the Eldon softball Mustangs ended the regular season with an 11-0 win over Battle Monday, Oct. 12, at Clawson Field. …
Eldon’s Hudson Gernenz turns the corner as he competes in the varsity boys race at the Tri-County Conference meet Thursday, Oct. 15, at Eldon Golf and Country Club.
Eldon harriers finish second in Tri-County Championships
Eldon’s varsity boys cross country squad scored its best-ever finish at the Tri-County Conference Championships Thursday, Oct. 15, at Eldon Golf and Country Club. Team scores Blair Oaks …
History
Peck’s Bad Boy - Series about a mischievous prankster by George Wilbur Peck. The first story was published in 1883. The series was so popular the stories were portrayed on stage and in films in the 1920's and 1930's.
MILLER COUNTY HISTORY
The owner of the livery barn kept a billy-goat for its mascot. Now billy was a peaceable creature unless someone teased him, when he would really turn loose with a demonstration. Two boys had been …
Clem and Martha Bax Berendzen
MILLER COUNTY HISTORY
Clem & Martha Berendzen by Joe Pryor Nov. 2, 2009 Several weeks ago The Miller County Historical Society Museum had a delightful visit with the Berendzen sisters. They went to donate …
MILLER COUNTY HISTORY
The flood of 1943 The flood of 1943 destroyed homes and businesses all along the Osage River. At Bagnell Dam the battle to save the power plant drew hundreds of volunteers. “By May 1943, …
Opinion
GINNY’S GLIMPSES
Be sure to vote next Tuesday, Nov. 3, if you're eligible and registered. While it's true there are no races for county offices, there are for state offices and our congressional representation. But …
GINNY’S GLIMPSES
Despite continued attention from members of Congress, both Republican and Democrat, the U.S. Post Office has gotten worse and worse. There is little doubt that some of what has been hampering timely …
GINNY’S GLIMPSES
Currently, Missouri is in the last month of traditional Daylight Saving Time, scheduled to "fall back" Nov. 1. Those of us who are up early know that at 7 a.m, it's still very dark. There is a …
Neighborhood News

ELDON SENIOR CENTER MENU

Wednesday, Oct. 28 – Chicken Alfredo, garlic bread, peas, garden salad, fruit, milk. Thursday, Oct. 29 – Chicken Parmesan, noodles, garlic bread, broccoli, hominy, fruit, milk. Friday, …

  • OUR FATHER’S TABLE - MENU

    Wednesday, Oct. 28 – Tacos, beverage, dessert. Thursday, Oct. 29 – Pozole (pork soup), beverage, …

  • Election next Tuesday

    Next Tuesday is election day, with a variety of contested races, state constitutional amendments and a …

  • ELDON SENIOR CENTER MENU

    Wednesday, Oct. 21 – Oven fried chicken, roll, mashed potatoes, gravy, California blend, fruit, milk. …

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Miller County tax statements expected to be mailed by Friday, Oct. 30

Miller County property tax statements for 2026 are expected to be mailed by this Friday, Oct. 30, with payments due by Dec. 31 to avoid penalties, according to the Miller County Collector’s Office. …

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Government

Eldon council approves contracts

The Eldon City Council Tuesday night approved a number of contracts, including street work and sewer main and manhole lining. Officials also approved two upcoming public hearings for the …

Tamm cleared in Aug. 10 incident

An investigation by the Missouri State Highway Patrol has found no evidence that city of Eldon Codes Enforcement Officer Robbie Tamm committed a crime during an incident the morning of Monday, Aug. …

Citizen concerns top Iberia council discussion

Citizens concerns over government overreach, limits on cat ownership and water and sewer system improvements headed up a full agenda Monday, Oct. 5 for the Iberia City Council. Allegations of …
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