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Donnie Bonuchi, Shoes from the Heart, Christina McCaw, Bright Futures Mexico School-based Coordinator, Kent Groves, Show Me Credit Union President, and Gina Fowler, Shoes from the Heart met at the Central Office on Tuesday, Oct. 3, for the shoe donation.

Shoes from the Heart donates more than 100 pairs of shoes

Thanks to a local organization more than 100 kids will be able to get new shoes. Shoes from the Heart donated more than 100 pairs of shoes last week to Mexico Public Schools. Some of the shoes … more

10/11/23

Arrest Report 10/6 - 10/9

Jamar Michael Huddler , 21, speeding (26 m.p.h. or more), careless & imprudent driving, driving without insurance Adrian James Wheeler , 33, fourth degree assault, first degree trespassing … more

10/11/23

Elly’s Closet, a new children’s clothing consignment shop, opened with a ribbon cutting on Tuesday, Oct. 3.

Two new businesses open downtown

The old Carquest Building in downtown Mexico on Jackson Street has been transformed into two new businesses. Carl and Melody Peiter purchased the building this past spring not really knowing … more

Dennis Sharkey / Editor | 10/7/23

The Homestead Hearth Ballroom had its official ribbon cutting on Tuesday, Oct. 3.

Homestead Hearth Ballroom open for business

Folks in and around Mexico now have an upscale option for hosting parties and events. Homestead Hearth Ballroom, 105 North Coal Street, officially cut the ribbon on Tuesday, Oct. 3, with a party … more

Dennis Sharkey / Editor | 10/7/23

Local United Way looking for donations, volunteers

The Audrain County United Way is looking for funding help and some new blood to spread the message. Recently the agency held its kickoff with October designated as the official funding campaign … more

Dennis Sharkey / Editor | 10/7/23

Arrest Report 10/2 - 10/4

Adam James Andregg , 31, possession of a controlled substance, unlawful use of drug paraphernalia Christopher Ray Goff , 38, delivery of a controlled substance at a county/private … more

10/7/23

Mexico freshmen spend a day in their shoes of

Freshmen from Mexico High School spent the day touring several Mexico businesses including True Manufacturing. It’s part of a workforce development project by the school district to familiarize … more

10/7/23

ACCIS's Fall Into Fashion next week

Audrain County Crisis Intervention Service (ACCIS) will be holding its big fundraiser of the year, Fall Into Fashion, on Tuesday, Oct. 17, at the Audrain County 4-H Center. Social hour is from 5 … more

Dennis Sharkey / Editor | 10/7/23

MMA Commandant Col. Rick Grabowski USMC (Ret) led a group of Missouri Military Academy alumni through a review of cadets on Saturday, Sept. 30, at Colonels’ Field.

MMA hosts weekend long homecoming event

The Missouri Military Academy (MMA) celebrated Homecoming (alumni weekend) on Sept. 29 through Oct.1. This year’s celebrations recognized the 50th Anniversary Class of 1973 and the Honor … more

10/4/23

Council will consider ordinance without P&Z recommendations

The Mexico City Council will consider a sidewalk ordinance possibly next week but it won’t include suggested changes by the Planning and Zoning Commission (P&Z). The council considered … more

Dennis Sharkey | 10/4/23

Sidewalk discussion goes sideways

A discussion about sidewalks and the housing market got sideways at the Mexico City Council meeting last week. Councilman Steve Haag was upset with the media and professionals who had spoken … more

Dennis Sharkey | 10/4/23

Arrest Report 9/29 - 10/2

Matthew Margene Bradshaw , 28, probation violation Mary June Robbins , 41, fugitive in-state, held for Boone County Jeremy Jason Dean Robinette , 37, speeding, operating a vehicle without a … more

Dennis Sharkey | 10/4/23

Kelly Lucero held up a note at a CMCA meeting in Mexico in June during the group's first meeting.

Community group getting closer to action plan

A group of professionals and concerned citizens along with Central Missouri Community Action (CMCA) are getting closer to rolling out a plan to benefit the people of Audrain County. The … more

Dennis Sharkey | 10/4/23

National Newspaper Week: This week, and every week, newspapers are for you

Americans have more media options than ever. We are inundated with stories, memes, videos and promotions 24 hours a day. Most of us are on social media, which is built to provide an endless feed of … more

10/2/23

Former Mexico City employee Dolly Jesse, center, was honored by State Rep. Kent Haden, left, and Mexico Mayor Vicki Briggs, right, at a regular city council meeting on Sept. 25, for her 45 years of service to the city.

Former city employee honored at council meeting

The Missouri House of Representatives and the city of Mexico made a special presentation at the city’s regular meeting on Monday, Sept. 25, to honor former city employee Dolly Jesse. Jesse … more