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Bygones – Week 53, 2025
50 Years Ago December 31, 1975 A total of $320 in one-dollar gift certificates was given during seven pre-Christmas drawings by the merchants of Shelbyville. The drawings began on Saturday, November 29th with $25.00 being given. Subsequent drawings were $30.00 on December 6th; $40.00 on December 13th; $45.00 on December 20th; $50.00 on…
Read MoreThe Hort Report
Happy New Year to everyone, from Laura, Hillary, Sandra and myself. Pray and Hope you have a Great 2026 and all your Wishes come True. We have been having some real nice weather for the last half of December. As of December 21st the number of daylight hours are beginning to get longer. This is…
Read MoreShelbina PD Welcomes New Officer
Article Submitted The Shelbina Police Department is proud to welcome Officer David Emerson, a recent graduate of the Law Enforcement Training Institute. A native of Heartland, Officer Emerson chose a career in law enforcement with a clear purpose: to serve his community and be a source of help during life’s most difficult moments. Though new…
Read MoreCaptain Steven V. Wilhoit Promoted To Major
Colonel Michael A. Turner, superintendent of the Missouri Highway Patrol announces the following promotion: Effective January 1, 2026, Captain Steven V. Wilhoit will be promoted to the rank of major and will serve as the commander of the Executive Services Bureau. Wilhoit was appointed to the Patrol on July 1, 1996, as a member of…
Read MoreCraig’s Barber Shop Offers Walk-In Haircuts
By Mark Requet In November, a new barber started in Shelbina. Long time Shelbina resident Tim Craig started working as a barber in the building formerly known as Cam’s Cut and Curl in Shelbina. Craig’s Barber Shop started offering services on Tuesday, November 11, 2025, and offers haircuts, beard trims, and hot shaves.…
Read MoreGovernor Kehoe Announces Five Gubernatorial Appointments
Governor Mike Kehoe announced five gubernatorial appointments to the Board of Cosmetology and Barber Examiners. Cameron Christoffer, of Shelbyville, was appointed to the Board of Cosmetology and Barber Examiners. Mr. Christoffer is a hairstylist at Cam’s Cut and Curl with more than 15 years of experience in the industry. In addition to his career as…
Read MoreCouncil Approves Bid for Mill Joints
Minutes Submitted The City of Clarence met on November 13, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. Present: Mayor Willie Hendricks, Aldermen – Troy Renner, Myrna Carothers and Patrick Parker, Fire Chief Chris Wilson, City Superintendent David Burnett, Court Administrator Tamera Wilson, Police Chief Raymond Barton, City Administrator Dennie Carothers, City Attorney James McConnell and City…
Read MoreMyers Explains Need for Filing Notice
Baptist Homes and Healthcare Ministries assumed ownership of Salt River Community Care (SRCC) on January 1, 2025, and are in charge of the daily operation, but the Salt River Community Board has yet to be dissolved because of a legal matter. “Because there is pending legal business involving SRCC that occurred before January…
Read MoreBoard Approves Contract for Water Tower Inspection
Minutes Submitted The Shelbyville Board of Aldermen met in regular session on Monday, December 1, 2025 at city office at 5:30 pm. Present were Alderman Brad Willey, James Dunn, Gene Boyles and Roby Southers. Gina Mesmer, Randy Shores and Gary Webber with MRWA. Mayor Vanskike was absent with Alderman Willey serving as Mayor ProTem. Alderman…
Read MoreHistorical Society to Hold Event
The Historical Society Museum will be holding “Christmas at the Museum” on Saturday, December 6, 2025, from 3 to 5 p.m. Individuals can enjoy holiday decorations as they tour the museum and see the wonderful displays and artifacts. During the event they will be collecting donations of nonperishable food items for the Ministerial Alliance Food…
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