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Carthage Council disagrees on filling city attorney position
CARTHAGE, Mo. — It was another interesting city council meeting Tuesday night (5/28) in Carthage. One of the topics of discussion: Filling the vacancy left by former City Attorney, Nate Dally. A hiring committee met Tuesday afternoon, prior to the council meeting, to discuss the applicants and municipal law...
Lamar continues Memorial Day tradition at Barton County Memorial Park
LAMAR, Mo. — Remember those who served and were lost—that was the message Monday in Lamar as they honor Memorial Day. Barton County Memorial Park hosted the event, recognizing both those who lost their lives serving our country and those who came home with physical and emotional scars. The chaplain from VFW Post 3691 reminded the crowd not to take for granted the freedom that comes from that sacrifice.
Charlie 22 Outdoors Brings Activities to Veterans
The United States of America is facing a very real crisis. Veteran suicide. It has been said that 22 veterans commit suicide every day in our country. Some people think that number is higher than 22. Others think that it is lower. Charlie 22 Outdoors believes that 1 a day is too many.
Mt. Hope Cemetery hosts Memorial Day Ceremony with special presentation
WEBB CITY, Mo. (KOAM) - Today, Mount Hope Cemetery in Webb City, MO, is honoring soldiers who lost their lives on duty with a Memorial Day Ceremony featuring a special presentation by guest speaker, retired Col. Mark Costello.
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