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Centralia TOPS turns 50
A local group recently reached an important milestone.The members of Centralia TOPS, Take Off Pounds Sensibly, recently celebrated the 50th anniversary of the Centralia chapter’s founding.They did so by honoring long-serving member Brenda Moss at a dinner attended by 14 members, along with Centralia Mayor Chris Cox at the Centralia First Baptist Church’s dinning area.Moss,…
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Opening Statement Column September 2026
Jacob W. Shellabarger, Audrain County Prosecuting AttorneyAs students and families across Audrain County return to the routine of another school year, Missouri’s criminal laws are also entering a new season. The Legislature passed, and Governor Kehoe signed, a number of changes that took effect August 28 and directly affect victims, children, drivers, property owners, and…
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Hallsville Indians Football update
Carter Geisler blocking against School of The Osage. Submitted photo.Gabe Jenkins gaining for Hallsville against School of The Osage. Submitted photo.Liam Davis celebrating a touchdown against School of The Osage by lifting Gabe Jenkins. Submitted photo. Oct. 8, beat School of Osage, 36-27Oct. 2, beat Eldon, 49-7Sept. 25, beat Fulton, 41-7Sept. 18, beat Boonville, 29-14Sept.…