“His Love Endures”

Family of Christ Lutheran Church You are a good person. You take care of your family, you have a good job, you are a respected member of the community. You go to church, you participate in community events, many people know and respect you. That gives you worth, dignity and importance. When you close your

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Virginia “Ginger” Jean (Williams) Gallipeau

After a lengthy illness, Virginia “Ginger” Jean (Williams) Gallipeau went to be with the Lord on Saturday, May 6, 2023. She was 76 years old. Ginger was born September 18, 1946 to Emilee (Clark) Williams and Willard Williams. They preceded her in death. She was married to Charles Gallipeau who also preceded her in death.

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Ola Mae Taggart

Ola Mae Taggart was born May 13,1927 in Wilton, Mo, to Ross N. and Lola C. Glascock. On January 12, 1946 she married Robert Louis Taggart in Ashland, MO. To this union three sons were born. Robert preceded her in death on May 29, 1979. She lived in the Ashland area most of her life

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Hot Air Balloon and Drone Show Coming to Ashland

“Light Up Missouri” will be coming to Ashland on Saturday, May 20th, 6:30pm to 9:00pm, at the Cartwright Business & Technology Center (next to the Columbia Regional Airport). There are returning, and new, exciting events lined up for this year: • Balloon Glow: Balloon glow is when balloons inflate at dark and remain on the

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Dee Woods Road Fire

The Southern Boone Fired Department responded to a brush/house fire this past Friday on Dee Woods Road. Fire Chief Jim Bullard advises people to know that conditions are currently dry and it is advised not to burn brush. It is also advised to keep fires as far away from the homes as possible. Vinyle siding

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Southern Boone Senior Earns Missouri Scholars 100 Award

Congratulations to Southern Boone High School Senior Elizabeth Hess on receiving the Missouri Scholars 100 Award.She was honored during a ceremony last weekend in Columbia that recognized the top 100 seniors in the graduating class of 2023 in the state of Missouri. This award is given based on class rank, GPA, ACT score and seven

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Southern Boone Senior Wins Optimist District Oratorical Contest

Charles Lewis, Southern Boone High School senior, won the East Missouri Optimsit District Oratorical Contest. The competition was held in St. Louis with the topic “Discovering the Optimism Within Me”. With over 50 contestants copeting, the top 12 were invited to the final round. Third place winner was Maddie Wolf of the O’Fallon club, winning

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Boys Varsity Baseball Shuts Out Hallsville

Carter Salter didn’t allow a single run as Southern Boone Varsity Eagles defeated Hallsville 6-0 on Saturday, May 6th. Salter allowed just four hits. Salter was the winning pitcher for Southern Boone Varsity Eagles. The pitcher surrendered zero runs on four hits over seven innings, striking out three and walking one. Southern Boone Varsity Eagles

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“The Good Shepherd”

Family of Christ Lutheran Church John 10:10 “Thieves come to steal and kill and destroy; I came that they may have life and have it abundantly.” Jesus spoke those words in the Good Shepherd chapter. He said that others who had come before him were thieves and robbers. They spoke God’s word but for the

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Bonita “Bonnie” Winberg

Bonita “Bonnie” Winberg of Ashland passed away at her home on the morning of May 5th, 2023 at the age of 75. Bonnie will be remembered for her patience, kindness, and strength. Visitation will be held Tuesday, May 9, 2023 from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM at Memorial Funeral Home in Columbia followed by a

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