Friday, January 17, 2025

I thought it peculiar when I first read a recent auto crash report in the local paper that the names of the people involved were omitted.

Hello there, I'm Cletus. I was found roaming. I'm around 10 years old and look to be a Plott Hound/Heeler mix but the shelter doesn't know for sure. I've been around the block a few times and seen a thing or two. I'm an old soul, calm as a summer breeze. I enjoy slow walks, sunbathing, and a good belly rub. I'm all about companionship and taking it easy. I'm a friend who'll be by your side, a steady presence to brighten your days. If you're looking for a faithful friend with a gentle spirit, I'm your guy.

As most mothers are regarding their children, my mother is proud of me. I hear it all the time and, of course, it is wonderful that my mom likes to tell me this.

Happy New Year! Here we are at the time of year when lots of people make resolutions to strive forever the next year. There’s the usual ones of exercising more and eating less that typically top the list, but maybe you’re considering starting to recycle. If so, YAY! This would be a great time to start because you can begin your recycling journey at the new location. Among the attributes of this new facility is the fact that you can now unload your items inside the building. There is also someone there to assist you and/or answer questions. It appears they are indeed off to a great start!

As summer vacation comes to a close, it’s almost that time of year when parents rush to the stores for supplies and teachers dress up their classrooms to welcome back fresh-faced students.

While donations of supplies have poured in, organizers of Saturday’s Tenth Annual Polk County Back to School Extravaganza say more are always needed.

A Missouri State University student from Halfway was awarded for her success at the 2023 Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) Collegiate National Leadership Conference in Atlanta, Georgia, on June 22-25.

Registration for all Humansville R-IV students will take place Aug. 9 through Aug.11, from 7:30 a.m. to noon and 1:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Registration packets will be available for parent pick up starting Tuesday, Aug. 8.

Sullivan Bank in Pleasant Hope will be doing a school supply drive for the Pleasant Hope School District.

Hi there, I'm Huggy Wuggy! I'm a curious little guy with a shy heart. I came to the shelter with my 3 other siblings. We didn't know the love of humans until we got here and so it's taken us a bit to adjust. I'd do good with another kitty friend to play with. Give me some time and I will be a loving boy.

The loss of a loved one can have powerful effects on each of us. If you are looking for a caring small group in which to find support, encouragement, and help, then our GriefShare groups might be just the thing you are looking for. This program is a grief support group that features Christ-centered, biblical teaching that focuses on grief topics associated with the death of a loved one. The DVD seminar features nationally respected grief experts, counselors, and real-life stories of people just like you, followed by a small group discussion about what was seen on the DVD.

The Matilda Polk Campbell chapter, National Society Daughters of the American Revolution, will hold its monthly meeting on Saturday, Jan. 18. The program on DAR insignia will be presented by Honorary State Regent Anne Keller. Please contact the chapter at matildapolkcampbell@gmail.com to obtain details about meeting time and place.

Larry Roy Teters

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