Stories from Wednesday, August 24, 2022

“It’s grow time,” said Neelyville special education instructor Sandi Telker. “That is our motto this year. We are looking forward to growing in our MAP scores and our achievements.” Neelyville schools kicked off the 2022-2023 school year Wednesday without a hitch, according to school officials...

Lina Mae Litherland Smith, 91, of Doniphan, Missouri, departed her life on earth Monday, Aug. 22, 2022, at Current River Nursing Center. She had been in failing health for the last several years. Mrs. Smith was born Feb. 19, 1931, in Gatewood, Missouri, and had lived most of her life in Ripley County. ...

Peggy Sue Evans, 79, of Dexter, Missouri, died Monday, Aug. 22, 2022.