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Milan C-2 Class of 1986 Holds 40th Reunion
The 40th Reunion of the Milan High School Class of 1986 was held on Friday, July 3rd, 2026 at Drew Forster’s AirBNB and event space, The Hideway, located at 49741 Karen Road north of Milan. 23 class members were in attendance. Shelly and Drew Forster hosted the event and Cooper and Conner Bankus arranged a delicious meal. It was an amazing night. Front row, left to right: Theresa (Sieren) Huhn, David Steele, Tammy (Livingston) Taylor, Lisa (Stafford) McClaran, Shelly (Michael) Forster, Penny (Custer) Kent, Josey (Robin) Linville, Sarah (Williams) Jarvis, Jennifer (Fields) Richardson, Dinah (Walker) Campbell, Lonnie Simpson, Lisa (Riddle)…
Read MorePSB Bank Completes Operational Merger with Bank Star
MILAN, Mo. — PSB Bank completed its operational merger with Bank Star on July 11, marking the final phase of the acquisition and moving Bank Star customers onto the PSB Bank operating system. The change affects a substantial number of customers in Sullivan County who previously banked with Bank Star. According to the company, customers were transitioned to PSB Bank’s platform during the weekend following several months of planning, system testing and coordination between employees of both banks. The company reported minimal disruption during the conversion. PSB Bank is the surviving institution following the merger. The combined bank now reports…
Read MoreRegional Water Commission Asks Customers to Conserve Water
MILAN, Mo. — The North Central Missouri Regional Water Commission is asking customers to conserve water after one of its main water lines burst Tuesday near the commission’s water treatment plant. According to the commission, crews are working to repair the line as quickly as possible, but repairs could continue into the evening. While customers currently have water service, officials said the broken line is preventing the commission from refilling its water towers until repairs are completed. As a result, customers are being asked to limit water use until further notice. The commission said additional updates will be provided as…
Read MoreHeat Safety Starts With Staying Cool and Hydrated
MILAN, Mo. — Summer temperatures are climbing across north Missouri, and health officials say taking a few simple precautions can help prevent heat-related illness. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, anyone can become sick from extreme heat, but older adults, young children, pregnant women and people with heart disease, asthma or other chronic health conditions face a greater risk. People who work outdoors, including farmers, construction workers and landscapers, are also more vulnerable. The CDC recommends staying cool, drinking plenty of water and recognizing the warning signs of heat-related illness before they become life-threatening. Outdoor activities should…
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