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County hires park superintendent for Owl Creek
SFC also bringing on new assistant prosecutor The St. Francois County Commission moved ahead on plans to hire a park superintendent for Owl Creek Park when it met in regular session Tuesday on the third floor of the courthouse annex in Farmington. The commissioners voted to create the position of park superintendent at an annual…
Read MoreFredericktown High School to test private off-campus prom
Board recognizes outstanding athletes, FFA speakers Following a presentation made by two high school students at the Nov. 21 meeting of the Fredericktown R-1 Board of Education, it was decided that this year’s prom will be held off-campus as a private, non-school-affiliated event. Juniors Callie Allgier and Amelia Miller introduced themselves to the board and,…
Read MoreLocal members earn American FFA Degree
Submitted by chapter reporters Mattie Miller and Clara Basden Garrett Graham, Katie Rohan, Autumn Spain, and Ava Laut, members of the Fredericktown FFA Chapter, received their American FFA Degree Nov. 4. Earning the degree means recipients are in a select group of individuals to be recognized for years of academic and professional excellence. The honor was…
Read MoreMAC women solve pressure, upend 4th-ranked Warriors
By MATT KING mking@dailyjournalonline.com PARK HILLS — The Mineral Area women and coach Briley Palmer tweaked their strategy for a rematch against high-powered Wabash Valley on Saturday after a promising start faded one week earlier. By contesting more shots in transition defense and seeking to attack once solving opposing backcourt pressure, the Cardinals in a…
Read MoreState of Missouri opens 2024 grant round for Historic Preservation Fund grants
JEFFERSON CITY – The Missouri State Historic Preservation Office has opened another 2024 application cycle for Historic Preservation Fund grants. This program expects to bring over $200,000 from the Historic Preservation Fund to Missouri’s historic communities. These grants support projects that relate directly to the identification, evaluation or protection of Missouri’s historic properties. They can be…
Read MoreSouth Iron girls pull away from AV
MATT KING mking@dailyjournalonline.com IRONTON — The young Arcadia Valley girls basketball team encountered a proven measuring stick during its second game of the season. South Iron relied heavily on experienced seniors Anna Parker and Enzley Dinkins while debuting three new faces among its starting five, and prevailed 69-54 on Tuesday. The showcase contest drew a…
Read MoreServing others becomes a Thanksgiving Day blessing
Those who are happiest are those who do the most for others. This adage applies to many St. Francois County residents who plan to serve others for Thanksgiving 2023. The Jackson family said Thanksgiving is about being thankful for what they already have. “We have been blessed with good health and the ability to keep…
Read MoreFarmington Lions Club makes holiday donations to non-profits
All photos by Kevin R. Jenkins
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Glass Slipper ‘Walk In Confidence’ Fashion Show
The Glass Slipper “Walk In Confidence” Fashion Show was Nov. 10, at The Venue in Madison County. The Glass Slipper carries new and used dresses and accessories for all occasions and in all sizes. Customers can check out the Glass Slipper’s Facebook and Instagram for when the store is open. Also, it is open by…
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