6+ hour, 10+ min ago  (204+ words) age 74, of Annapolis, passed away Thursday, June 18th, 2026. She was born April 8th, 1952 in Annapolis, Missouri, the daughter of the late Alvin "Spike" Pierson and Nadine (Santhuff) Pierson. A lifelong resident at her family farm outside of Annapolis, Karen was a lifelong…...

1+ mon, 2+ week ago  (369+ words) Mayor Scott Oatman is preparing to launch a new community-focused podcast aimed at expanding communication, increasing transparency, and giving residents greater access to local discussions and updates. Oatman said the idea has been in development over the past several months…...

2+ mon, 3+ week ago  (214+ words) 70, a longtime resident of Piedmont, Missouri, passed away Monday, March 30, 2026, at his residence. He was born January 27, 1956, in Gideon, Missouri, to John and Shirley (Ackridge) Hays. Russell was a graduate of Clarkton High School and spent many years working as…...

3+ mon, 6+ day ago  (538+ words) There are some stories that just feel right to tell " the kind that remind you what dedication, hard work, and heart truly look like. This is one of those stories. Ben Starnes has stepped into a new role as a…...