JIMMIE DALE “SLICK” LIVINGSTON
Jimmie Dale “Slick” Livingston passed away on Wednesday, July 2, 2025, in his home at the age of 78 years and 10 months. Jim was born on August 14, 1946, in Milan, Missouri to the late Russell Jr. and Helen Livingston. Jim grew up in Milan and resided there all his life, graduating with the…
Read MoreClare Devoy Presented With Judge Devoy’s Certificate As Post Judge Advocate Emeritus
In our June meeting, General John J. Pershing Memorial VFW Post honored deceased Judge Robert Francis Devoy, a lifetime public servant and Judge of Linn County and the State of Missouri. Judge Devoy was honored as the VFW Post 4557 Judge Advocate General Emeritus, a position he will hold in perpetuity. In attendance were Judge…
Read More2025 Sullivan County Fair Begins Sunday, July 6
By Phyllis Fleshman The 2025 Sullivan County Fair will begin on Sunday, July 6th and run thru until Saturday, July 12th. The Horse Show will be held on Sunday at 7 at the fairgrounds. The 2025 Sullivan County Fair Queen Pageant will be on Monday, July 7th at 7:00 p.m. at the Milan Community Center.…
Read MorePeoples Savings Bank of Rhineland Announces Acquisition of farmbank
Submitted by Kyle Quick Hermann, Missouri June 23, 2025, Peoples Savings Bank of Rhineland, a leading provider of community-focused financial services, today announced a definitive agreement to acquire farmbank headquartered in Green City, MO, solidifying its position as a strong community bank in Missouri. The transaction, expected to close in December 2025 pending regulatory approval,…
Read MoreCelebrating Two Years of Being in Business
The Milan Chamber of Commerce hosted a ribbon cutting ceremony celebrating the Park-A-Way second anniversary on Thursday, June 5, 2025. “For roughly 85 years, Park-A-Way has been locally owned in Milan. Seeing community members native to Milan step in the entrepreneurial world and become business owners is inspiring, we are excited to spot light Junior…
Read MoreForest Grove Park Receives New Playground Equipment
By Phyllis Fleshman The Forest Grove Park in Milan received new playground equipment on Tuesday, June 24, 2025. The old structure was installed in1998 and needed several repairs prompting the decision to purchase the new piece. The total price tag for the new project was just under $30,000 and was funded with money from the…
Read MoreWILLIAM HARRISON “BILL” SAYRE JR.
William Harrison “Bill” Sayre Jr. 84, of Milan, Missouri, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, June 25, 2025, at Sullivan County Memorial Hospital in Milan. Bill, also known to many as Junior, was born on December 2, 1940, in rural Sullivan County to parents, William H and Ruth (Ross) Sayre. He spent all his life in…
Read MoreDOROTHY LEE HUNT RIDDLE
In Celebration of our Matriarch – The Little Engine that Could – and DID! You are our Hero Mom! Born Saturday, June 9, 1934, in Robeson County, NC, the 2nd child and only daughter of Daniel Worth and Latha Dell Carter Hunt, Dottie spent her early years in NC, moving to Virginia after high school.…
Read MoreMarion Tops Regional Wage Rankings
Clark County Posts Lowest Average Weekly Wage in Northeast Missouri By Mike Scott NEMOnews Media Group Marion County recorded the highest average weekly wage among eight northeast Missouri counties during the fourth quarter of 2024, according to data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. The report, based on employment covered by unemployment insurance programs,…
Read MoreCarroll and Marilyn Walker to be Recognized as Green City Parade Marshals
Submitted by Silvia Christen The Green City Chamber of Commerce is proud to recognize Carroll and Marilyn Walker as the Grand Marshals of the 2025 July 4 Celebration. To know the Walkers is to know their deep appreciation for this community and the faith that has led them through their lives. Carrol grew up just…
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