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. …

FFA collecting peanut butter Friday, Oct. 16

The Eldon FFA chapter is collecting peanut butter for the school district’s Mustang packs program. The drive, which started Monday, Oct. 12, will conclude with a collection event from 6:30 to …
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Obituaries
Janice Nadine (Haugen) Robinette, 81,
Janice Nadine (Haugen) Robinette, 81, of Ulman, died Sunday, Oct. 11, 2026, at St. Elizabeth Care Center.   She was born March 25, 1945, in Duluth, Minn., a daughter of the late Howard and Inga …
Karla Denise (Thorson) Gier, 61
Karla Denise (Thorson) Gier, 61, was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, daughter, sister, and friend whose life was defined by her unwavering faith in Jesus Christ, kindness, and selfless love for …
Dr. Frank Hite Calhoon, 76
Fank Hite Calhoon, Doctor of Chiropractic Medicine, was born in Belleville, Kan. Sept 29, 1949. He died unexpectedly Sept. 30, 2026. He was preceded in death by his parents, Nathan Moore Calhoon and …
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Jennifer Anne Nichols, 51
Jennifer Anne Nichols, 51, of Holts Summit, died Thursday, Oct. 1, 2026, at her home.   She was born Jan. 21, 1975, in Jefferson City, a daughter of Richard and Frances (McCauley) Lovelace. …
Bodi “Bobo” Lee Ochs, 2
Bodi “Bobo” Lee Ochs, 2, of Bellevue, Neb. passed away surrounded by his loving family Wednesday, Sept.30, 2026, at Children Nebraska Hospital in Omaha, Neb.       Bodi was …
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Citywide garage sales this weekend

With fall is here and it’s time for the citywide garage sales and cleanup. The citywide garage sales, sponsored by The Advertiser , are this Saturday, Oct. 17, just prior to the fall cleanup. …

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Sports
The Iberia softball Rangers won their seventh consecutive Frisco League Softball tournament championship Sept. 3, Members of the team are, from left, front row: Kya Yoakum, Kily McElroy, Makenna Shelton, Jaylyn Piggott and Katie Pryor; middle row: Paylyn DeVore, Brooklyn Moulder, Prezlie Fritchey, Journi Vail, Harlee Luttrell, Eva Duncan and Honey Mayhew; back row: Ansley Martin, Alaina England, Natyli Wilson, Adalyn Duncan, Lilly McComb, Brooklynn Baxter, Payson Duncan and Tenley Meredith.
Softball Rangers wins Frisco League Tourney
Perhaps the third certainty in life, following death and taxes, is the Iberia Lady Rangers winning the Frisco League Softball Tournament. The Lady Rangers continued their dominance in the event, …
Mustangs struggle in 28-0 loss
It was not a good day at the office for the Eldon football Mustangs as the Versailles Tigers posted a 28-0 win Friday, Sept. 4, at Eldon . Mistakes and turnovers marred much of the first half. …
History
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, …
Oh, if those limbs could talk! - Trail tree, or marker or thong tree, in northern Miller County. Indians bent and tied white oak saplings with thongs to train their growth in the direction of springs and other features. A sapling from that era would likely have a circumference of at least 100 inches today. They are the silent witnesses to the history of Miller County.
MILLER COUNTY HISTORY
The Harmony Mission Trace “An Osage trail led from Western Missouri to the mouth of the Osage River, later replaced by the old Harmony Mission Trace. An Osage-Shawnee trail crossed the Osage …
Opinion
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 …
GINNY’S GLIMPSES
Flock cameras and data centers are all over the news. Missouri Gov. Mike Kehoe issued an order that taverns some license plate reader cameras in the state, but not all of them. It's …
GINNY’S GLIMPSES
Missouri voters are being treated like dirt by Missouri politicians. If you watch or read any local news at all you have heard about the two maps for congressional representation Missourians have …
Neighborhood News

Iberia Ranger Days Oct. 9-10

October is here, and so is   the annual Iberia Fall Fest - Friday and Saturday, Oct. 9 and 10. This year’s theme, based on Disney, is “Small Town, Big Magic!” Friday, Oct. 9 …

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It’s official! Miller County voters will be in U.S. Congressional District 3 and Morgan County voters will be in U.S. Congressional District 4 for the November general election. The United …

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Government

Eldon sales tax up slightly for the year

Bolstered by increases in use tax and fire   tax revenues, Eldon sales tax revenues stand two percent higher than 2025 numbers. Meanwhile at the county level, sales tax revenues are up …

Federal court says use 2025 map for general election

The ping pong game between the 2022 and 2025 Missouri Congressional District maps has taken yet another turn. With absentee voting underway and ballots mailed out based on the 2022 map, a …

Iberia council addresses nuisances, pet ownership at September meeting

The Iberia City Council Tuesday, Sept. 15 voted 3-0 (Alderman Stacie Howk absent) to enact ordinances dealing with the board of health, nuisance violations, grass clippings and leaves on streets and …
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Most privacy cases against businesses share one problem
Clym reports California fines for consumer privacy violations hit $17.1 million in 2026, driven by opt-out issues, especially in cases against major companies.
68% of small business owners are open to AI in payroll, but only 11% trust it to take over
OnTheClock reports that 68% of small business owners are open to AI in payroll, but only 11% trust it fully, concerned about errors and responsibility.
How to get an FHA loan for a mobile home or manufactured home
Neighbors Bank reports that FHA loans can make buying manufactured homes more affordable, offering lower down payments and flexible credit requirements.
Cargo theft losses have more than doubled ahead of the holiday rush
Videoloft reports cargo theft losses have doubled in Q2 2026, reaching $304.6 million, driven by organized crime targeting valuable goods during the holiday rush.
79% of company execs say employees work around their AI governance policies
Zapier reports that 79% of executives say employees bypass AI governance policies, despite 91% claiming such frameworks exist, highlighting a governance gap.
How to spot imposter scams
Wells Fargo reports imposter scams surged in 2024, costing $2.95 billion. 
Family Yard Fall To-Dos
(NAPSI)—Fall’s a paw-some time to enjoy your family yard­—and prep it for a lush spring, say the experts at The TurfMutt Foundation, which advocates for outdoor living and the care and …
AI is moving onto the construction site
The Infinite Loop by Nebius reports on All3's AI-powered robots set to transform construction in Koblenz by increasing efficiency, cutting costs, and addressing labor shortages.
Your kid is officially an adult. Is your insurance ready for that?
TheZebra.com reports that as adult children navigate independence, parents must reassess insurance coverage for auto, homeowners, and liability.
Self-Employed and Can’t Get a Mortgage? The Loan Type May Be the Problem
Many self-employed borrowers who are told they do not qualify for a mortgage are not actually unqualified. They are applying through a loan type that measures income in a way that works against them. …