NEMR Awards 2026 Scholarship to Green City Senior Keyara Vasey
Date: May 2026 Green City, MO — NEMR is proud to announce Keyara Vasey of Green City High School as a recipient of the 2026 NEMR Scholarship. Keyara was awarded a $500 scholarship during the Green City Senior Awards ceremony in recognition of her hard work, achievements, and bright future ahead. Each year, NEMR awards eight $500 scholarships—one to a graduating senior at each high school within its service area. This annual initiative reflects NEMR’s continued commitment to investing in local students and strengthening the communities it proudly serves. “Supporting our youth is one of the most meaningful ways we…
Read MoreFake IDs Flagged by Bank ID Checker Lead to Two Sullivan County Cases
By Echo Menges MILAN, Mo. — Two separate criminal cases filed in Sullivan County involve men accused of using fake Missouri identification cards at First Interstate Bank in Milan after bank employees allegedly used an ID checker that showed the cards were not real. The cases are not listed as connected in court documents, but both involve alleged attempts to cash checks using Missouri non-driver identification cards later believed to be fake. In one case, Jose E. Caballero Quintanilla, of Milan, is charged with one count of forgery, a class D felony, and one count of identity theft, a class…
Read MoreTrenton Woman Charged After Alleged DWI Incident Involving Child
By Echo Menges MACON, Mo. — A Trenton woman faces multiple charges in Macon County following an alleged driving while intoxicated incident involving a child passenger. Laci L. Noel, 35, has been charged in Macon County Circuit Court with one count of first-degree endangering the welfare of a child creating substantial risk, no sexual conduct, a class D felony. She is also charged with misdemeanor counts of DWI-prior, failure to yield to an emergency vehicle sounding a siren and displaying red and blue lights, careless and imprudent driving, and exceeding the posted speed limit. According to the criminal complaint, the…
Read MoreDonation Funds New Lights at Green City Softball Field
Submitted by Emma Davis, Smithfield Foods During National Volunteer Week, Smithfield Foods presented a $8,000 donation to support new lighting at the softball field in Green City, Missouri, and volunteered time to help prepare the field for the upcoming spring season. “By contributing to the new lighting at the Green City softball field and volunteering our time, we’re helping create more opportunities for kids, families and teams to enjoy this space long after the sun goes down,” said Katy Foster, Milan facility plant controller for Smithfield Foods. “It’s a project that will make a lasting difference for the community.” The…
Read MoreGreen City Teacher Recognized as Northeast Region Elementary Educator of the Year
Submitted by Tenille Banner, Superintendent GREEN CITY — Jamie Halley, a third grade teacher at Green City R-1 School District, has been selected as the MSTA Northeast Region Elementary Educator of the Year. She was recognized during the regional banquet hosted in Macon on Thursday, April 30. Mrs. Halley was nominated for the honor by the Green City R-1 CTA and advanced through a competitive selection process that included interviews against multiple candidates from across the northeast region before earning the recognition. Known for creating an engaging and interactive classroom environment, Mrs. Halley focuses on connecting classroom learning to real-world…
Read MoreGARY L. WYANT
Gary L. Wyant, 75, of Lawson, Missouri, died peacefully May 2, 2026 at his lake house, held in love and surrounded by those he treasured most. He was born June 11, 1950, in Unionville, Missouri; he was a proud U.S. Marine and Vietnam-era veteran. Gary retired from Platte-Clay Electric as a lineman and was known for his strong work ethic and high standards. He was straightforward, expected excellence, and lived by the words, “You can sleep when you’re dead.” He loved enjoying time at his lake house, his family, and clean vehicles. He is survived by his wife, Mary Wyant;…
Read MoreDabney Earns Sectional Berth For Milan At Class 2 Dist. 3 Meet
SHELBINA, Mo. — Marian Dabney led Milan at the MSHSAA Class 2 District 3 track and field meet Saturday, May 9, at South Shelby High School, earning a sectional berth in the girls shot put. Dabney placed third in the shot put with a throw of 10.77 meters to advance to sectionals next weekend. The top four finishers in each event qualified. She also posted Milan’s top finishes in two other throwing events, placing sixth in the discus at 33.06 meters and eighth in the javelin at 29.95 meters. Milan’s boys were led by Kasen Smith on the track. Smith…
Read MoreDabney Dominates Throws, Smith Sprints To Gold At Milan Relays By: Mike Scott, NEMOnews Media Group
By: Mike Scott, NEMOnews Media Group The Milan Relays on April 21 showcased a strong all-around effort for the host Wildcats, with standout performances in both the field events and sprints. Marian Dabney led the Milan girls with a dominant day in the throws, sweeping the shot put and discus while adding a runner-up finish in the javelin. On the boys side, Kasen Smith sprinted to a first-place finish in the 100 meters and added a second in the 200, while the Wildcats piled up multiple runner-up relay finishes and distance medals. Milan Girl’s results: Dabney’s two wins highlighted the…
Read MoreMilan Athletes Compete At Gerald Mansfield Invitational
Gerald Mansfield Invitational on April 28, 2026 at Macon High School, earning the team’s top finish with a runner-up performance in the girls shot put. Dabney placed second in the shot put with a throw of 10.78 meters. She also finished 12th in the javelin at 30.4 meters and 14th in the discus at 25.06 meters to lead Milan’s girls in the field events. On the boys side, Kasen Smith turned in Milan’s top sprint finishes. Smith placed seventh in the 200-meter dash in 24.43 seconds and 16th in the 100-meter dash in 12.31. Garen Broyles led Milan’s distance runners,…
Read MoreKAREN ELAINE (IRELAN) CRAWFORD
Karen Elaine (Irelan) Crawford, 75, of Milan, Missouri, passed away Saturday, May 2, 2026, at University of Missouri Hospital in Columbia, Missouri. Karen was born September 13, 1950, in Unionville, Missouri to Lowell and Neva (Lunsford) Irelan. On March 22, 1969, she married Lanny Crawford, he survives of the home. Also surviving are: two children, Kristy and husband Trevor Pickering of Powersville, Missouri and Rick and wife Sara Crawford of Denison, Iowa; Grandchildren, Justin, Tristan, Robert, Sophie Karen; A sister, Kendra Thorn of Kansas City; Sister-in-law, Karen Gooch of Boynton, Missouri; brother-in-law, John Berry of Unionville; and several nieces and…
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