Area News
Milan Chamber Celebrates Nails By Ivon B One Year Anniversary
Submitted by Brittni Maulsby MILAN, MO.-The Milan Chamber of Commerce (MCC) conducted a ribbon cutting ceremony & joined Nails By Ivon B to celebrate her first anniversary on Thursday, June 5, 2025. Nails By Ivon B is located at 105 East 2nd Street in Milan and is owned by Ivon Birruete. “We are excited to…
Read MoreMilan C-2 School Board Elects Officers In April Meeting
MEMBERS PRESENT: Mr. David Richardson, President; Mr. Jody Glidewell, Secretary; Mr. Nick Gardner; Mrs. Samantha McCabe; Mrs. Megan Courtney; Mrs. Jody Gittings and Mr. Cody Weter. SCHOOL PERSONNEL PRESENT: Dr. Ashley Pauley, Superintendent, Mrs. Brooke Dodson, High School Principal, Mrs. Ashley Hoerrmann, Elementary Principal; Mrs. Ashley Gardner, SPED Director and Mr. Ched Hurley, Athletic Director…
Read MoreMilan City Council Appoints Assistant Fire Chief
Meeting Minutes Summary The Mayor and Board of Aldermen of Milan, Missouri met for a regular meeting at the Milan City Hall with the following Aldermen present: Darin Tucker, Randy McCollum, Ed Reger, Rebecca Bennett and Richard Head. Also present: Mayor Andy Herington, City Clerk Lisa Sharp and City Administrator Crystal Bupp. Absent: Alderman Lesa…
Read MoreGreen Castle Park Gets a Fresh Spin with New Merry-Go-Round
Submitted by April Dobrinske Families visiting the Green Castle City Park will notice an exciting new feature just in time for summer. The aging merry-go-round that had served the community for decades has been officially replaced with a brand-new, modern model — offering a safer, smoother, and more enjoyable experience for children of all ages.…
Read MoreFlags Retired With Honor
Submitted by Post 228 Vice Commander Dan Hatcher MILAN, Mo. — On June 12, American Legion Post 228 held a solemn Flag Retirement Ceremony to honorably dispose of worn and unserviceable U.S. flags. The U.S. Flag Code, established in 1923, declares that the American flag “represents a living country and is itself considered a living…
Read MoreHospital Hosts Second Annual Murder Mystery Fundraiser
Submitted by Billie D. Ryals Milan, MO – The Sullivan County Memorial Hospital (SCMH) Foundation hosted its 2nd Annual Murder Mystery Fundraiser on Saturday evening, June 7, at the Milan Community Center, drawing nearly 175 attendees for an unforgettable night of mystery and entertainment. Following a catered dinner prepared by B and C Caterings, Purdin,…
Read MoreMilan Chamber Celebrates Grand Opening of New Store
Submitted by Brittani Maulsby MILAN, Mo. — The Milan Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon-cutting ceremony Thursday, June 5, 2025, to celebrate the grand opening of Ayerco’s new store at 620 North Pearl St. The store is owned by Ayers Oil Co. “Ayerco has been established in Milan since 1988, and to see them reinvest…
Read MoreGopher Baseball Season Comes To An End
The Faith Christian Knights (26-3) erased a one run Green City lead with a five run second inning rally for an 8-3 win over Green City (17-8) in May 28, 2025 Class 1 Class 1 baseball quarterfinal action at Green City. Max McMillen cashed in a four hit, two walk opportunity with a second inning…
Read MoreSewer Project, Rental Registration Discussed Before Milan City Council Recesses for Power Outage, Ends in Closed Session on Personnel Matters
Submitted by Lisa Sharp, City Clerk REGULAR MEETING May 19, 2025 – The Mayor and Board of Aldermen of Milan, Missouri met for a regular meeting at the Milan City Hall, 212 E. 2nd Street on May 19, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. with the following Aldermen present: Darin Tucker, Randy McCollum, Ed Reger, Rebecca Bennett,…
Read MoreMemorial Day Speaker Inspires Citizens With Disabilities
Dennis Schultze of Beloit, Wisconsin was the Memorial Day speaker at the Milan Courthouse Memorial Day Celebration on Saturday, May 24, 2025. Dennis is best known for his “Handshake Journey”, where he travels inspiring people with disabilities. Photo by Phyllis Fleshman
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