The last time the Farmington Press checked in on Harold Weems was May 19, 2021, when he was still waiting for a donated kidney to save his life.
In recent years, CASA of the Parkland has begun a tradition of helping to kick off the Christmas season with its Festival of Trees that will once again be on display from 9 a.m.-8 p.m. Nov. 25-26, at Farmington's Centene Center.
This week's Take a Guess is another natural wonder. We're not going to tell you where it's located, but we think it is entirely possible that some of you may have seen it while on vacation. Do you know what it is? If you think you know the answer, send an email with your guess to Editor Kevi…
Farmington Elks Lodge 1765 has announced that the November Farmington High School Student of the Month is Caroline Reeves, and Harley Kurtz is the Student of the Month for St. Paul Lutheran High School.
The first ever Missouri FBLA Fall Conference was held on October 27-28 at Stoney Creek Hotel and Conference Center in Columbia, Missouri.
Farmington’s Chapter of Future Business Leaders of America held its annual Installation of Officers and Induction of Members ceremonies Oct. 20, which is also Missouri FBLA Day as proclaimed by Governor Mike Parson.
A variety of Farmington organizations, churches and groups are planning a memorable Christmas season this year by preparing more than a month's worth of family-friendly events.
Rachel Armstrong, left, is the Farmington School District's Feature Teacher for November. She is presented the award by Jenna Hemmann, Roosevelt Elementary School principal.
Sherry Cauley, left, is the Farmington School District's Heartland Hero for November. Presenting the award to Cauley is Jenna Hemmann, Roosevelt Elementary School principal.
The College of Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources at University of Missouri recently honored six people chosen to receive the 2022 CAFNR Column Award for Distinguished Alumni, and Farmington resident Stacey L. Follis was one of them.
Farmington city employees were out on the morning of Nov. 16 putting up Christmas decorations along Columbia Street. It's another clear sign that, with Thanksgiving being celebrated in most American homes tomorrow, Christmas is not far behind.
The Farmington Fire Department has issued its monthly report for the month of October 2022.
Ashley Swain, a registered nurse with the John J. Pershing VA Medical Center in Poplar Bluff, has been honored with The DAISY Award for Extraordinary Nurses. The award is part of the DAISY Foundation's mission to recognize the extraordinary, compassionate nursing care they provide patients a…
Continued drought conditions through much of the state have prompted the Missouri Department of Transportation to extend the special overwidth hauling permit for hay at no cost through Dec. 1. Loads must be of legal height, length and weight. Permits can be requested online using the MoDOT C…
Sunday morning, Nov. 13th started as a normal opening weekend day of deer season in Missouri. Before the day was up, it would first be shrouded in mystery and then become a tragedy.
After months of gathering feedback from farm and rural leaders across the Midwest, the Center for Rural Affairs has released its 2023 farm bill platform.
The Whole Health program at the John J. Pershing VA Medical Center in Poplar Bluff continues to grow, giving veterans more options in their health care.
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This story originally appeared in the Thursday, Nov. 20, 1952, issue of The Farmington Press. – Editor
This story originally appeared in the Thursday, Nov. 20, 1952, issue of The Farmington Press. – Editor
After several years of not holding the Celebration of Success Award Banquet due to the Covid-19 pandemic, the Farmington Regional Chamber brought the popular event back with a whole new approach that appeared to be a hit with the 250 members and guests in attendance at the Centene Center.
The Farmington City Council passed an ordinance regarding public safety during its regular session held Nov. 10 in Long Memorial Hall.
The answer to this week's Take a Guess may be widely known, but this editor has never seen anything like it. I can tell you that it's an old household item and can be used on at least three different objects. Do you know what it is? If you think you know the answer, send an email with your g…
St. Joseph Catholic School has released its first quarter Honor Roll for the 2022-2023 school year.
Farmington native Erin Beck has been named the 2022 Outstanding Biology Teacher for Missouri by the National Association of Biology Teachers Professional Development Conference being held in Indianapolis this month.