MUNICIPAL ELECTION APRIL 4

The recently re-christened towboat, the M/V Robert Yount, will soon be launched back into service for the Southern Devall Company, based in Memphis, Tenn. Although the man for whom it shall be named won’t be at the helm, the boat’s new title is meant to be a tribute to his 37 years of service...

There may be many foolish goings-on April 1, but all the smart folks will want to come to Doniphan and shop, as the city hosts its sixth annual city-wide yard sale. Doniphan will become a veritable marketplace, drawing crowds of bargain-hunters into the city...

Listed among action items on the March 21 R-I School Board agenda was the salary schedule for 2023-24. However, no action was taken. The decision was tabled while the board considers the options presented and to give more time for the school to gather data which may clarify some of the areas members felt might be hazy...

Annual Performance Reports for the 2021-22 school term are in, and Doniphan R-I is well above state average, according to the state supervisor. R-I Superintendent Brad Hagood told the board at the March 21 meeting, “I’m very excited for the growth and where we ended up on this report.”...

Monday - Fish sandwich, wedges, coleslaw and fruit. Tuesday - Chicken casserole, carrots, peas and vanilla pudding. Wednesday - Taco salad, black beans, tortilla chips and tropical fruit. Thursday - Pepper pork steak, mashed potatoes, au gratin spinach, peaches and white cake...

A Ripley County man died Friday morning March 24 after being struck by a vehicle on U.S. Highway 160. Pedestrian Billy R. Hall, 47, of Doniphan reportedly was crossing the road when he was struck by a 2007 Ford Focus being driven eastbound by Remington S. Payne, 21, of Doniphan, according to the Missouri Highway Patrol Troop E report...

St. Benedict Parish Hall was the site March 19 of an elaborate feast of fish, complemented by Italian pasta dishes, cheeses, and breads, topped off by decadent desserts. Now in its 22nd year, St. Joseph’s Table laid out quite a buffet for diners to enjoy, and offered unique items up for bid, with all proceeds going to benefit Lean On Me Food Pantry...

The Amity Cemetery 36th Annual Homecoming and Workday will be held Saturday, April 1 beginning at 10 a.m. It will be followed by a short business meeting. This day gives us the opportunity to be sure that the final resting place of our loved ones is well-kept and allows us to renew acquaintances with other friends and family members as we work side by side...

Doniphan Masonic Lodge will host a chili dinner beginning at 11 a.m. on Friday, March 24. The cost is $5 at the door and they offer eat-in or take-out. There will be chili, hot dogs, desserts and drinks.

Thanks to the great sponsorship from area merchants, an “eggciting” Easter activity is now under way. It is time once again for the annual Easter coloring contest. From bunnies, crosses and eggs to flowers, local youngsters will be given the opportunity to show just how artistic they really can be...

The Doniphan and Dexter boys and girls basketball teams racked up some honors when the Missouri Basketball Coaches Association released its all-district team for Class 4 District 1.  On the girls side in Class 4, Doniphan forward Kenzie Redus was named the district player of the year, while teammates McKenna Monaghan and Brooke Klepzig both were named to the all-district team. ...

Donnie Johnson, recorder of deeds, updated progress on the electronic recording system during the March 15 meeting of the Ripley County Commission. The commission the prior week approved participation in E-recording, allowing Johnson to enter into a three-year contract with Software Finesse...

The Doniphan City Council heard an update March 21 of the Quick Creek Bank Stabilization project, which will involve preliminary removal of trees on Saturday. Mayor Dennis Cox noted the project is set to go into its final phase, and bids will be opened at a special meeting of the council, April 6 at 10 a.m...

Voters in the Naylor R-II school district will choose between four hopefuls seeking to fill one of the board’s three expiring terms. Incumbents Brian Cannon and Will Spargo have filed for re-election for their seats on the board. However, they will be challenged by Kevin Shepherd (pictured) and Logan Davis...

During the opening weekend of the 2022 firearms deer season, more than 600 deer were tested for Chronic Wasting Disease. Testing locations for the deer were held at Riverfront Park, Fairdealing, and Ripley Lake. A total of 637 deer were tested in Ripley County with 391 deer being tested at Riverfront Park, 140 deer at Fairdealing, and 106 deer at Ripley Lake...

Doniphan Elementary School announces their students of the month for February. Levi Barton is in Mrs. Oesterreicher’s kindergarten class. He is the son of Samantha Barton. When Levi grows up, he wants to be a construction worker. Makennah Taylor is in Mrs. Qualls’ first grade class. She is the daughter of Katelynn and Levi Taylor...

Sovereign Grace Reformed Church invites you to its Spring Theology Conference on April 29-30. A movement known as Federal Vision is growing in popularity and its teachings are negatively impacting the church today. Dr. Alan Strange, professor of church history at Mid-America Reformed Seminary will be the featured speaker. According to Dr. Strange, “Federal Vision often recognizes real problems, but it does not give the correct biblical answers to those problems.” ...

West Point Pentecostal Church announces a special worship service which will feature Christian artist Charity Gayle. Gayle, who is a celebrated singer, songwriter and seasoned praise and worship leader, will be at West Point, Sunday, May 28. The service will begin at 6 p.m...