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Our town has lost two of our men, Wayne Armour and David Kimbrough. They passed away two days apart. Wayne on June 30 and David on July 2. Wayne was 81 and David 85. Both men were well known by Naylor people. Wayne grew up in Naylor. After graduating from high school he enlisted in the Air Force, stationed in Florida, where he met his wife, Barbara. ...

It was a blessing to have two wonderful services at Handy Church this past weekend. Fifty one persons were present at the gospel singing held Friday evening, July 5; and at least 31 attended the worship services on the following Sunday. Guests present at the singing included Jerry and Sue Stewart of Doniphan, who provided transportation for Lee Ollar since he is unable to drive himself; Jeanette Heavin and friend of Van Buren; Darrell Grubb of Eastwood; and John Dushuanack and sons of HC 7 Doniphan. ...

Today was a very sad day. I was so shocked to hear the passing of Denise Tipton Luye. She has had so many things in the past year come against her. Still in all that had come she still believed. To her mother Brenda Tipton, her boys and their families, her grandchildren and other family and friends I pray that God will be with you in the days ahead, give you strength and understanding. I send you also my love and prayers from my family, my boys who went to school with her. Love to you all...

Hello from the Currentview and Purman Communities. I trust everyone had a safe and happy Independence Day. I spent my birthday weekend with my daughter, Mandi, Joey, and grandson Cole at their RV in Hardy on the Spring River. We took a four-wheeler ride to the South Fork River where the water was the perfect temperature for swimming and playing. We barbequed later and then watched the fireworks...

Poor Boy Beef Fillets 1-1/2 pound ground beef 1 cup applesauce, or two raw apples, peeled and ground 1 cup shredded carrots 1/2 cup quick oatmeal 2 eggs 1 small onion Salt and pepper and garlic to taste Bacon Combine all ingredients except bacon. Shape into fillets and wrap each with a strip of bacon around edge and secure with toothpicks. Put in greased pan and bake at 350° for 45-50 minutes...

Every Kid Counts Back2School Clothing & Food Drive Saturday, Aug. 3 at West Point Gymnasium from 8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. we will be hosting a free county-wide clothing/food drive. We desperately need your help! We are needing gently used/new clothing and shoes, all sizes. Only accepting new undergarments and socks, all sizes as well. Our donations have been down this year and we are praying that we can accumulate enough to provide all the children of Ripley County with some new outfits...

Yesterday, we said our last goodbye to a friend we’ve had since we moved here. This fall, the last week of August 2008, that amounts to the beginning of our 12th year in Doniphan. I just made a quick calculation on my fingers, just to check the accuracy of that last remark. ...

Recently I glimpsed a headline indicating our state legislature is considering mandating a later school start date to aid tourism. I didn’t read the article, so I don’t know the arguments used as ammunition to fuel the passage of such a bill, but I would think that boosting tourism should not be at the top of the list as indicated by that headline. ...

There have been many times that I have just wanted to sit down with people who don’t believe in God or who condemn Christians, and just explain to them what I believe and why. Christianity is not a political nor sociological movement. In fact, while politics do happen in churches, it rarely has anything to do with God. No, Christianity has very little to do with me or what I do, and everything to do with God and his love for us...

Our Business Spotlight is on Rocky River Campground. Check them out at www.rock yriverresort.com or give them a call at 573-996-2400 to set up your Current River adventure today. The Ripley County Chamber of Commerce office receives calls almost daily that pertain to city or county business. ...

There were several changes made to the 2019 Independence Day Celebration. Some good ones were the addition of activities to the event, a few tougher ones included the limited electric for vendors, but the biggest change was the location. The location change was made when we were informed the chamber could not use Riverfront Park on June 29 due to the City’s summer baseball program schedule. ...

Summer is upon us, and it looks like it is going to be hot. Not just hot, but Southeast Missouri melt the pavement hot. Yep, it is going to be hot and humid. But you really didn’t need to know that, did you? All you have to do is step outside and know that summer is here, and the dog days will soon be upon us...

Hello from the Currentview and Purman communities. Several have been harvesting vegetables from their garden but not me. I was so slow getting anything in the ground this year, maybe I’ll get a cucumber by September…haha. I was saddened to hear of the passing of sister Elaine’s, sister-in-law, Ruth Ann McAnally. ...

I did not grow up on a Current bank,  ‘Twas due to a simple switch of fate. For that I have dear Dad to thank. An ultimatum - city or country - from Mom, his mate. At age of five I started to school. Sidewalks and stop signs led the way. Wasn’t in Pratt I learned the golden rule...

Sue Day, Hazel Slusher, Kenny and Teresa Day recently attended the wedding of Daniel Scott and Tina Radke in Rockton, Ill. Tina is the granddaughter of the late Bonnie Walker. Tina’s aunt Janet Walker and her family also attended. The ceremony was held outside on the Scott farm. Tina is a deaf interpreter and Daniel owns Scott Landscaping. The honeymoon was spent visiting sights out west. They are a wonderful couple and they all wish the couple much happiness...

Chicken Caruso 2 whole chicken breasts, about 1-1/2 lbs., skinned, boned and cut in thin strips Garlic salt and pepper 2 cups sliced celery 3 tbsp. butter or margarine 1 - 15-1/2 oz. jar spaghetti sauce, 2 cups 1 tsp. Italian seasoning 3 cups hot cooked rice...

“But he that is greatest among you shall be your servant” (Matt 23:11) It is human nature to always want to do your best and be the greatest at what you’re doing. When one thinks of being “the greatest” we often think of rank, title, fame, fortune, well known etc. ...

Several regular members of the Handy Church congregation were absent from the morning church service of June 30. We missed Karen Gant, Johnny Davis, Bonny Davis and Vicky Elliott, all of whom were not feeling well and the Danny Ray family continues to be absent due to transportation problems. ...

I hope that everyone had a wonderful and a safe 4th of July. It is hard to believe that 2019 is officially half over with. So much has happened, it seems like and we still have a half year to go.  It’s also kind of weird to think in a little over 5 ½ months we will be celebrating Christmas again.  Also, thinking I am now another year older. ...

The Ripley County Chamber of Commerce would like to thank all our sponsors and volunteers who helped make the 2019 Independence Day Celebration a success. With the support and cooperation of these people in our community we would not be able to provide this event to the community every year...

Happy 4th of July. I know that we celebrate this day as the birth of the United States, but I would propose that this is the day when 13 colonies found themselves. By giving us a cause and country, the founding fathers showed us what it means to live your convictions...

It was rewarding to have most of regular congregation present in morning worship services at Handy Church on Sunday, June 23, in spite of inclement weather conditions. We were especially glad that Vicky Elliott managed to be there even though she had been very ill earlier in the preceding week; and it was a nice surprise that she was accompanied by her cousin Jerald Steele of Illinois...

Great to see Beth Duckett recently. She is looking good. We visited briefly. She said she is doing good. Was at the bank recently. I like the girls’s shirts. Didn’t ask if they planned to all wear them that day. Kathy Kearbey and Debi Reynolds have both been on vacation and met at the airport in Seattle catching different flights home. ...

We were surprised to read about the death of Joyce Lassiter. We didn’t get the news in time to attend her service. We do send our sympathy to her family and all her many friends. She will surely be missed. I’m sure you read her obituary in The Prospect-News...

Hello from the Currentview and Purman communities. I hope everyone is having a wonderful 4th of July and weekend. Prayers that everyone celebrates with safety in mind. Happy 4th birthday to Layton Bass this past week. Layton is my great nephew and the grandson of brother Eddie and Leigh Ann Tillman. Aunt Don loves you Layton...