LATEST: Thayer, Liberty boys win district semifinals at Cabool to advance to championship
Sheriff: A tragic loss of life
The events of Feb. 23, 2026 that stretched into the early morning hours of Feb. 24 will go down in history as one of the darker days for law enforcement in Missouri.
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Events announced for Emmett Kelly Day in Houston on April 25
A detailed preliminary schedule is announced.
‘Thank you for a special year’: Coach reflects on basketball season following district loss
The Wildcats beat the Tigers, 62-49.
Riley finishes third on Tigers’ all-time scoring list
Riley, a four-year starter, concluded his time as a Tiger with 1,168 points.
Final design, bidding OK’d for rec center, fields
A rendering of the future facility on Spruce Street has been released.
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Sex offender charged after two contacts on school property
The Bucyrus man was arrested on the Houston School District campus.
Police officer uncovers burglary Monday at Licking business
One person is held in the theft of $5,507 in items.
After-school reading program to begin
Mentors are sought for the program.
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Obituaries
OBITUARY: Arthur Lee Kirkwood Jr.
He passed away Thursday, Feb. 19.
OBITUARY: James Walter (J.W.) Scheets
He passed away Thursday, Feb. 19.
OBITUARY: Bradley Eugene Cope
He passed away Saturday, Feb. 14.
OBITUARY: Charles Edward Riley
He passed away on Friday, Feb. 6.
OBITUARY: Vera Mae Byse
She passed away Wednesday, Feb. 4.