Newsletter Early Week

Missouri Mudders holds the first beater bash race of the season at Pike's Off-Road
It was man and machine verses the track and other racers last Saturday at Pike’s Off-Road. A few women were in the mix, as well. The circle dirt track proved difficult to overcome as drivers put their beater cars through the paces.

Louisiana Library now offers rods and reels for loan
Have you ever wanted to stand along the shore of the Mississippi River or along the banks of Mark Twain Lake with a fishing pole in hand, waiting for that first nibble, but not have the equipment to do it?

Louisiana Public Library gears up for 2025 Photo Contest
The Friends of the Louisiana Library and the GFWC Chautauqua are preparing for their 2025 Photo Contest and Display.

Courtney Rowe crowned as Miss Missouri
MEXICO—The 55th anniversary of the Miss Missouri competition culminated with the crowning of a new Miss Missouri, and she is Courtney Rowe, a Kansas City native.

Greta Clark wins Miss Missouri Teen
MEXICO—Missouri has a new Miss Missouri’s Teen, and she is a University of Missouri-Columbia student.

Missouri regulators set to expand marijuana testing protocols
State cannabis regulators will begin their first attempt next month to double check the work of licensed testing labs tasked with ensuring the safety of Missouri marijuana products.

MU Extension shares research on spray drones at field day
COLUMBIA, Mo. – Attendees at the July 10 University of Missouri Crop and Pest Management Field Day in Columbia will hear updates on how spray drones are modernizing agriculture and what to expect when using these devices for weed control.

Flip you for it
The bickering was more restrained, but there still was plenty of drama.
NECAC has produce available
The Northeast Community Action Corp. reminds income-qualifying Pike County residents that it is taking orders for fresh produce.

CherryRoad Media investigation reveals 9 officials from 10 counties elected April 8 are unqualified to serve, according to state law
JEFFERSON CITY – Missouri law requires all candidates to meet four qualifications to be elected.