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Omicron Pi Sister Honored with Delta Star Award
Missy Killen, a dedicated member of Delta Theta Tau sorority, was awarded the Delta Star Award for her exceptional philanthropic service. Her commitment to the community and tireless efforts to serve others has left a lasting impact. Congratulations to Missy! Delta Theta Tau is a women’s organization for ages 18 and older making a difference…
Read MoreLocal North Shelby Senior Recognized with the Debbie Coonrod-Vannoy Scholarship
Graduating senior Miley Bender was recently awarded a $250 scholarship from the philanthropic chapter Omicron Pi of Delta Theta Tau Sorority in recognition of her academic achievement. The Debbie Coonrod-Vannoy Scholarship, named in honor of a founding chapter member, is awarded to a graduating high school senior who demonstrates a dedication to academics.Delta Theta Tau…
Read MoreThe Hort Report
With the way the weather has been you should be able to do almost everything you want to do in your garden, flowerbeds and yard. Now is the time to be cleaning up all your flowerbeds getting them ready for planting in 2025. Killing weeds and keeping them out of your garden and flowerbeds…
Read MoreNS Competes At Paris
Article Submitted The JH Raiders competed at the Paris Invitational. The Girls finished in 3rd place and the boys finished in 4th place out of 14 schools total. Top 8 finishers were as follows Alexis Browning – 3rd 100m Jessa Daniel – 5th Pole Vault Alivia Fredrickson – 7th 100m Kellyn Hinshaw – 2nd…
Read MoreLady Raiders Earn First At Paris, Raiders Take Second
The North Shelby JH Track Team was successful at the Scotland County Relays. Photograph submitted Article Submitted The JH Raiders traveled to Scotland County on May 7, 2025. The Lady Raiders finished in first place and the Raiders finished in second place, both out of 8 teams. The top 8 finishers were as follows. Girls:…
Read MoreNS Defeat Louisiana
Isaac Berry delivers a pitch during the game on Tuesday, May 6, 2025. Photograph by Mark Requet By Marlana Smith The Raiders beat Louisiana on Tuesday, May 6, 2025, 18-7, in five innings. Cole Browning drove in five runs on three hits to lead NS (8-5) to their victory. The Bulldogs held a 4-0…
Read MorePack Rat Treasures
Invitation copy By Dr. Jim Foster ““The trouble with being in the rat race is that even if you win, you’re still a rat.” ― Lily Tomlin Saturday morning, May 3rd, 2025, I screamed out loud and may have said some type of French word as I stubbed the bare-naked little toe on…
Read MoreHeartland College Holds Ceremony
Pictured, from the left: HCC President Kris R. Palmer, Cha Pler Wah, Sheena Bain, Keri Benner, Nathan Hanley, Ba Paw, Jude Nickerson, Jessen Wade, Tim Newton. Photograph submitted Article Submitted Heartland Christian College held its 2025 Baccalaureate and Commencement last Saturday, awarding six Associate Degrees and two Certificates in Biblical Studies. Alumnus Maria Talton…
Read MoreMU Extension Highlights Mental Health Awareness Month
May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and the University of Missouri Extension is emphasizing the importance of mental health in farming and rural communities. Brenda Schreck, a livestock field specialist with MU Extension, highlights the challenges faced by Missouri farmers, ranchers, and their families. “In 2022, Missouri farmers, ranchers, and their families faced tough challenges,”…
Read MoreShelby County Court News
Traffic Fines Miah N. Bentley, Quincy, Ill., failure to register motor vehicle, fine $50.50 and court costs. Curlee Dickinson, Kansas City, Kan., failure to register motor vehicle, fine $100.50 and court costs. Brooklyn Adrianna Ferrer, Topeka, Kan., operate motor vehicle with vision reducing material applied to windshield/excess vision reducing material applied…
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