Cross Timbers, MO

Ludene J. Rice (nee Schluter) of Saint Peters, MO (formerly of Camdenton, MO), passed away on Monday, at the age of 91. Ludene was preceded in death by her husband, Doan Rice; her parents Harold and Beulah Schluter; and her son, Randy Hargis. Ludene was the devoted mother of Ronald (Judy) Hargis, Gary (Debbie) Hargis, and the late Randy Hargis. She was the treasured sister of Bob (Sandra) Schluter and Ray (Julia) Schluter. She was the caring stepmother of Janet Horner, Bill (Colleen) Jones, Peggy Wolford, the late Connie Barker (Rice), and the late Bob Rice. She was the loving grandmother of Jessica Roy and Michael Hargis. She was the beloved step-grandmother of Lori Menne, Aaron Menne, Jason Menne, Heather Yost, Stephanie Rice, and the late Tiffany Rice. She was the cherished great-grandmother of Mackenzie, Brody, Noah and Jemma. She was the loved step-great-grandmother to many more. A dear aunt, cousin, and friend to many.

The Highway Patrol making a couple of arrests in the Lake Area. Officials report that 29-year-old Timothy Labrie of Springfield was picked up on possession of less than 10 grams of Marijuana and driving without insurance. He’s since been released. Also 48-year-old Jason Skillings of Gravois Mills was picked...

After seven years of being the Superintendent for Quincy Public Schools, Roy Webb says his final goodbye to the Blue Devil family and hello to retirement. On the Quincy Public Schools Facebook page, Mr. Webb wrote he has a lot of great memories of being part of the Blue Devil Family and will miss the people the most.

The city of Laurie says revenue is increasing with their wastewater systems and they’re getting ready for a new Mayor. At their most recent board of alderman meeting, city officials noted that the new Bullock off-load system is active and they are getting a total of 12,000 gallons of waste from it.

The Americus Police Department is warning the public of false information circulating on social media. The Douglas Police Department issued a similar warning statement to the public on June 25. According to a post to APD Facebook page, there is a fake posting circulating on Facebook. The author of the...

O’FALLON, Mo. — The Quincy Gems rallied from a 7-1 deficit to win the second game of a Prospect League doubleheader against the O’Fallon Hoots 9-7, completing a sweep on Wednesday night at Car Shield Field. The Gems won the first game 3-2. The Gems (16-12) now...

Verlin Ray Latham, son of Lena and Verlin Latham, was born on April 14,1951 in Hayti, Missouri. He departed this life on Sunday June 26, 2022, in his home in Camdenton, Missouri. At the time of his passing, he was seventy-one years, two months and twelve days of age. He...

The Buffalo Bills had one of the best seasons they’ve had in decades last year when they came within 13 seconds of a second-straight AFC Championship game appearance. One of the key players they lost on their run into and through the first two games of the playoffs was All Pro cornerback Tre’Davious White. The Bills could have used White when the Kansas City Chiefs scored 42 points and racked up nearly 400 yards through the air in January.

Royce Kelb, Past Commander of Lincoln Memorial VFW Post 5925 was elected as Department Commander for the state of Missouri. His son, Joseph Kelb, flew in from Virginia to nominate his father for the position. Also in attendance were his wife, Susan, daughter Jessica from Lincoln, and brother Gary Kelb...

A Laclede County man pleads down to a lesser charge in the dismemberment death of his boss. Shane Norman, 31, of Eldridge, pleaded guilty to second-degree murder Friday. He had originally been charged with first-degree murder and armed criminal action. He’ll be sentenced on August 16. Norman was arrested...

Bothwell Regional Health Center has completed its Community Health Needs Assessment (CHNA), and the report was approved by the Bothwell Board of Trustees at its May meeting. As a nonprofit hospital organization, Bothwell is required by IRS tax code to conduct a CHNA every three years. The goal of the assessment is to understand progress in addressing community health needs outlined in the previous CHNA and collect current community health perceptions. Feedback allows Bothwell to understand what community members see as the most important health issues affecting their communities and provides the foundation for prioritizing health needs and developing strategies to address future needs.

Outstanding Investment opportunity or great vacation home awaits! Situated at the 2MM of the Big Niangua, this home offers cove protection with main channel views. Open the front door to vaulted ceilings and wonderful views from the main level living room and kitchen. Large windows looking out to the lake and kitchen skylight allow for plenty of natural light. New water heater June 2022. New LVP flooring on entire lower level, bamboo flooring in kitchen and main floor bedrooms, updated kitchen 2021. 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms offer spacious comfort. 2 of the 4 bedrooms are on the main level. Up the stairs to the loft you will find sitting space that leads to another bedroom and bathroom. Downstairs features a large family room with walkout access to the lower level patio and oversized master bedroom with bathroom. A great dock with 10x26 boat slip and swim platform attracts friends and family alike!

CAMDENTON - The Mid-County Fire Protection District was dispatched to a reported commercial structure fire in Camdenton on Sunday. According to a press release, first responding crews arrived around 6:53 a.m. to Lake Area Liquidators on Old South 5 and found nearly a fourth of the building engulfed in flames. Firefighters from several other districts joined the scene to assist.

Geraldine “Gerri” M. Beard, age 93, of Laurie, Missouri, passed away Tuesday, June 21, 2022, at her home. She was born June 11, 1929, in Gerald, Missouri, daughter of the late John Henry and Eugenia Maude (Ogg) Grob. On January 25, 1958, in St. Louis, she was united...

The city of Quincy announced the list of fireworks displays for the 4th of July weekend, plus all the other can't miss events and festivals happening around the Tri-States over the holiday weekend!. The city of Quincy posted on their Facebook page the official fireworks schedule for this holiday weekend,...

Richard Lynn Howe, 67, of Buffalo, died Saturday, June 25, 2022, at Mercy Hospital Lebanon. He was born May 12, 1955, in Buffalo, Mo. to Billy Wayne and Maxine (Lemons) Howe. On Nov. 21, 1975, he married Jacquelyn Austin. He was preceded in death by his parents; his in-laws, Glenn...

Looking for a spacious lakefront home in a beautiful, gated community?!! This 4-bedroom, 4 bath home features a ton of space throughout 3 different levels! Great space to entertain inside or wine and dine on one of the many decks or simply relax by the gas fireplace! This floor plan and location offers your guests a ton of privacy inside or outside! Featuring a 2-car attached garage, extra parking and nestled in the back of a cove just off the main channel close to everything!! Private dock with attached swim platform and room for PWC lifts. This private community provides water, central sewer, trash, road maintenance and boat trailer parking! This home is a lake lover's dream and is ready for you today!

Apparently there’s no light at the end of the tunnel when it comes to a slow motion landslide in the Sunrise Beach area. That’s according to Camden County Second District Commissioner Don Williams who says motorists are still being told to stay clear of the area along Wilbus Road…