Verimore Bank Donates Downtown Property to City of Milan
Submitted by Jenni Prado, Marketing Coordinator MILAN, Mo. (October 15, 2025) – Verimore Bank and the City of Milan are proud to announce the donation of a vacant downtown property from Verimore Bank to the City for future recreational development. This contribution demonstrates the Bank’s continued commitment to enhancing community well-being and strengthening Milan’s shared…
Read MoreFFA Barnwarming Royalty Crowned
The Milan C-2 FFA Barnwarming was held on Saturday, October 18, 2025. Crowned as this year’s royalty was King Hayden Courtney, son of Jeff and Megan Courtney and Queen Jazmin Cisneros, daughter of Jose Cisneros and Anavelia Garcia. Photos submitted
Read MoreGARRETT J. NICCUM
Garrett J. Niccum, age 66, formerally of Milan passed away on Tuesday, October 14th, 2025. He was born on July 15, 1959. He is survived by his children: Garett N., Leslie G., LeeAnn P. and Jim L. and 9 grandchildren. A private service will be held with his family. In lieu of flowers, donations may…
Read MoreLARRY “RED” BILLINGTON
Larry “Red” Billington, 85, of Green Castle, Missouri, passed away on Friday, October 17, 2025, at Brookfield Health Care Center in Brookfield, MO. Larry was born on January 11, 1940 in Green Castle to Edgar and Ellen (Snyder) Billington. A cattle farmer, Larry began working on the family farm at the age of five, milking…
Read MoreSullivan County 4-H Honors Penny Bronk for 20 Years of Volunteer Service
Submitted by Hillary Robedeaux, University of Missouri Extension SULLIVAN COUNTY, Mo. — Sullivan County 4-H proudly honors Penny Bronk for 20 years of outstanding volunteer service supporting the county’s youth. Earlier this spring, Bronk was nominated by the 4-H Advisory Board for induction into the Missouri 4-H Hall of Fame, recognizing her decades of dedication…
Read MoreNew Missouri Department of Conservation Agent for Sullivan County
MDC Press Release Sullivan County, Mo. – The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) would like to welcome Agent Andrea Michelson to the Northeast Region, as the Sullivan County Agent. Michelson will be responsible for enforcing the state’s wildlife regulations, promoting outdoor education, and working with the community to protect and manage Missouri’s natural resources. Originally…
Read MoreMilan C-2 Homecoming Royalty Crowned
ABOVE: The Milan 2025 Homecoming Royalty was crowned at the pep rally on Thursday, October 9, 2025 at the Cal Hubbard Field. Seated in front is Senior candidate and Queen Cristal Barriga, daughter of Valente and Cecilia Barriga. Cristal’s escort is Aziel Alcantara Pavon. Second row, left to right: Kaven DeRyke escorting 2024 Queen Chase…
Read MoreGreen City Softball Senior Night Held
The Green City softball and baseball seniors celebrated Senior Night on Monday, September 30. The players and their families were recognized between games. This year’s senior players are Keyara Vasey, Kyera Vasey, Clare Gordon, Jaryn Hatcher, Payton Pialet, Milly Ortega, and Dalton Youngman. Photo submitted by Amanda Lunsford
Read MoreDOROTHY K. NOWLIN
Dorothy K. Nowlin, our family’s steady light, gentle counselor, and faithful prayer warrior, passed peacefully in her sleep on Wednesday, September 24, 2025, at her home in Columbia, Missouri, surrounded by family. She was 93. Born on Independence Day in Harris, Missouri, to Cecil and Irene Jones, Dorothy’s life was a testament to the freedom…
Read MoreMilan C-2 Schools Awarded $500,000 Grant
Grant to Fund New Ballfield Complex Submitted by Dr. Ashley Pauley Milan, MO – October 3, 2025 – Milan C-2 Schools is proud to announce that it has been awarded a $500,000 grant to construct a new baseball-softball complex that will serve students, families, and the community for years to come. The funding, provided by…
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