Dapkus named to All-State football team
The Missouri Media All-State teams for football honorees were released last week. Southern Boone senior Blake Dapkus was named to the Class 3, second team as wide receiver. Dapkus put
MDC Notable News for 2020
The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) made it through 2020 with both historic challenges and historic accomplishments. Here are some highlights. COVID-19 CHALLENGES With many Missourians mostly stuck at home
Department of Natural Resources offers tips for holiday recycling
The holiday season is almost over and soon it will be time to take down the decorations and dispose of Christmas trees, packaging, wrapping and other items, including used or
Wilburn Mausey 1938-2021
Wilburn Mausey died peacefully in Springfield Rehab and Health Center on Janurary 1, 2021 in Springfield, Missori at the age of 82. Wilburn is survived by his wife Phyllis of
Police Report
Ashland Police and Boone County Sheriff’s office reported the following arrests recently: • 12.29.20: Dominic Larenze Barber, 20, of Boonville, was arrested by Ashland Police on three (3) out of
How Did I Get Here?
While many people were nursing hangovers on January 1st, I was busy snuggling with my grandbaby, watching college football, and enjoying my fourth consecutive hangover-free New Year’s Day. It was
Pre-Dawn Sounds on a January Morning
Well before the first hint of dawn, I listen to the sounds our house makes in the night. The whirring of an overhead fan. The purring of a portable air
Winter storm brings potential for hazardous holiday travel
2020 exits with icy goodbye The potential for a widespread winter storm could bring hazardous road conditions at the peak of New Year’s celebrations. A complex weather system is expected
Break Time nears completion
With a matter of days counting down to the new year, Ashland residents are able to look forward to furthering city-wide development. Due to the halting of various grants and
Geers to close Ashland Pharmacy
For the past 28 years, pharmacist Kay Geers has been providing Ashland with a reliable source of medications and medical supplies. Next month, she will be closing up shop and
