Mar. 13– 1852: The cartoon version of “Uncle Sam” first appears in NY Lantern Weekly. 1887: Chester Greenwood of Maine receives a patent for earmuffs (just in time for the
By: Tara Blue The Southern Boone County Fire Protection District (SBCFPD) recently held its annual awards banquet to recognize the volunteers who donate their time and energy into keeping Southern
Kindness Award “Star Students” The Star Student Award goes to students who show good character. “Rising to Excellence” Award The Rising to Excellence Award goes to students that have shown
By: Ernie Wren In last week’s “Around Town” I discussed the need for more in-depth questions to be asked of our political candidates, and I’m pleased to report that both
By: Paige Gerling, Columbia Missourian If Boone County voters approve a senior property tax freeze on the ballot April 2, schools and other local taxing entities could see a drop
Ashland Police, Boone County Sherriff’s Office, and Missouri State Highway Patrol reported the following recent arrests: Olivia Patterson, age 26 of Ashland. Arrested by CPD on 03/04/2024 for possession of
Nancy A. Richardson, 91, a resident of Hartsburg, passed away on Wednesday, March 6, 2024, at Boone Hospital Center. Nancy was born on May 15, 1932, in Hartsburg, the daughter
Neile Kreutzer, November 29, 1944 – February 14, 2024 of Shawnee, KS Neile Anne Kreutzer, 79, was born to Neil and Betty Von Arb November 29, 1944 in Kansas City
Cynthia Elaine “Cyndy” Campbell, a resident of Ashland, passed away on Tuesday, March 5, 2024, at her home. Cyndy was born on November 20, 1951, in Columbia, the daughter of
Southern Boone Athletics hosted a College Signing Day on Wednesday, March 6th, 2024 in the high school gym, where eight talented students officially committed to continuing their athletic journey in