Municipal Election Results
Sullivan County Municipal Election Results from April 7, 2026 City of Milan Mayor Andy Herington — 96 Non-certified write-ins — 3 City of Milan Northward Alderman Randy McCollum — 37 City of Milan Southward Alderman Ed Reger — 22 City of Milan Westward Alderman Rebecca Bennett — 32 City of Green City Northward Alderman (2-year term) Mark Lumsden — 21 Non-certified write-ins — 2 City of Green City Northward Alderman (1-year term) Jackie Kincanon — 21 Non-certified write-ins — 1 City of Green City Southward Alderman Dennis Carte — 42 Martin Lloyd — 12 Village of Humphreys Board Member (vote…
Read MoreSullivan County Voters Approve Water Project, Reject Use Taxes
SULLIVAN COUNTY, Mo. — Voters across Sullivan County delivered mixed results on several ballot questions during the April 7 municipal election, approving a major infrastructure project while rejecting local use tax proposals in two communities. The most decisive outcome came from Public Water Supply District No. 1, where voters approved a $5 million bond issue to fund improvements to the district’s waterworks system. The measure passed with 317 votes in favor and 169 against. The funding will be used for acquiring, constructing, extending and improving the system, with costs to be paid through system revenues rather than general taxation. Supporters…
Read MoreSullivan Co. Historical Society Receives MFA Grant to Help with Depot Roof Replacement
The MFA Oil F foundation awarded a $1,000.00 grant to the Sullivan County Missouri Historical Society to assist with roof replacement on the depot building. Pictured are Mark Shaw, board member, Michael Beck, District Manager, Lew Smith, Manager, Mike McGhee, Manager presenting a check to Joyce Miller, SCMHS president, Sandy Henley, SCMHS secretary, Martin Callihan, and Paul Henley, SCMHS board members and Monte Fisher, MFA Oil board member. SCMHS board members not present were Kris Good, Alan Eiseman and Patti Farris. Photo by Phyllis Fleshman, member
Read MoreMilan High School Prom Royalty Crowned
MILAN PROM ROYALTY – The Milan C-2 2026 Prom was held on Saturday, April 11, 2026 in the Milan gym. Prom Royalty and Court were, left to right: Emmauel Aguilar, son of Jose Luis Aguilar and Manuela Beltran, Marian Dabney, daughter of John and Andrea Dabney, Aziel Alcantara, son of Andres Mora and Karina Pavon, King, Santiago Osorio, son of Angel and Evelia Osorio, Lexus Fordyce, daughter of James and Rachell Fordyce, Andrew Gomez, son of Pedro Arriola and Lorena Gomez, Tori Taylor, daughter of Nick and Ashlee Taylor, 2025 King and Queen, Jezlias Cruz and Arianna Gabutan. Seated is…
Read MoreRing of Smoke BBQ Fundraiser to Kick off April 17 With Cruise- In, Corn Hole, Wing Ding, and Live Music
By Echo Menges EDINA, Mo. — The Knox County Ring of Smoke BBQ Competition Fundraiser will begin Friday, April 17, with an evening of activities at the Knox County Fairgrounds aimed at supporting 4-H fairground improvements. Opening night will start at 5 p.m. with a cruise-in featuring cars, trucks and motorcycles. The come-and-go event is presented by Hunters Hot Rods & Customs and is open to all vehicle types. At 6 p.m., the Hurdland Volunteer Fire Department will host a cornhole tournament, offering a $500 payout. The tournament is part of the evening’s lineup of activities designed to engage the…
Read MoreBrashear Takes Baseball Matchup from Green City
By David Sharp Brashear (3-1) scored in four out of five inning sof their March 31, 2026 baseball contest with Green City at Brashear. Koenn Stewart and Bailyn Halley combined for a no hitter according to official Wild Tiger stats leading Brashear- Novinger to a 10-0 win in five innings. Green City (0- 5) made defensive mistakes that contributed to the final outcome. The first inning was influenced by Green City drawing walks, filling the bases with two out. Cole Erwin caught a pop up behind the plate allowing starter Koenn Stewart to wiggle off the hook with no runs…
Read MoreMosley Announces Candidacy for Missouri House District 3
MILAN, Mo. — P. Jeremy Mosley, a Milan resident and former U.S. Department of Agriculture official, has announced his candidacy for the Missouri House of Representatives District 3 seat. Mosley, a Republican, said he is seeking the office to represent rural communities in north Missouri. “I was born and raised right here in the heart of rural Missouri, where faith, family and hard work are what matter most,” Mosley said in a statement announcing his campaign. A graduate of Milan C-2 High School and the University of Missouri, Mosley worked for 26 years with the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Farm…
Read MoreSullivan County Candidates File for August Primary Election
MILAN, Mo. — Candidate filing for the Aug. 4, 2026, primary election in Sullivan County closed March 31, with several local races set for the ballot, according to the county clerk’s office. Melissa VanDusseldorp, a Republican, filed for circuit clerk. Three candidates filed for recorder of deeds, including Shari Hopkins, a Democrat, and Republicans Rose Page and Brooke Wyant. Rachael Hall, a Republican, filed for re-election as county clerk, while Chris May, a Republican, filed for presiding commissioner. Adam L. Warren, a Republican, filed for associate circuit judge. No candidates filed for prosecuting attorney. Multiple candidates filed for the Sullivan…
Read MoreBrinkley to Continue as Missouri Angus Association Board Member
These men and women were elected to serve on the Missouri Angus Association board of directors and are pictured at the 2026 Missouri Angus Association Annual Banquet, Feb. 21 in Columbia, Mo. Pictured seated from left are Roger Behlmann, Saint Paul, past president; Josh Gilbert, Oldfield, president; Holly Meyer, Koshkonong, president elect; Jeff Rhode, Stewartsville, vice president; Darla Eggers, Mexico, secretary; Dave Eversole, Rocheport, treasurer; and Julie Conover, Holden, executive director. Standing from left are Matt Jordan, Savannah, district 1 director; Chad Sampson, Kirksville, district 2 director; Ryan Meyers, Mexico, district 3 director; Mark Womack, Doe Run, district 4 director;…
Read MoreBanner Nominated for Pearce Award
Green City R-1 School District Press Release Mrs. Tennille Banner, Green City R-1 Superintendent, was one of eight individuals from across the state to be nominated for the Robert L. Pearce Award. She represented the Northeast Region, after being selected by her fellow superintendents. The Robert L. Pearce Award is a prestigious honor presented by the Missouri Association of School Administrators (MASA). It recognizes a Missouri superintendent who demonstrates exceptional leadership, integrity, and a strong commitment to students and public education. Each MASA region selects one nominee. From these regional finalists, the MASA Awards Committee reviews applications and selects the…
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