FEB 12 SUSPICIOUS SUBJECT : Highway 54 in Wheatland at HickaMO: A deputy on early morning patrol witnessed a male with a flashlight walking around the HickaMo property. The deputy made contact …
Hickory County citizens are breathing a sigh of relief now that a missing child is back at home after having been recovered safely. On Friday, Feb. 20, at approximately 5 p.m., the Hickory …
Figures show that Hickory County governmental operations should be in the red at the end of 2026, following a release of the county’s annual budget report. Details provided by the Hickory …
Galmey VFW Post 9638 hosted a very successful Chili Cookoff on Saturday, Feb. 21, with guests coming from all over to sample the hot and tasty bowls. The event was held from 4-6 p.m. with a variety …
These images of Hickory County Presiding Commissioner Robert Sawyer visiting Dorman Bridge were taken on Monday, Feb. 9, as he stopped by to view ongoing construction efforts. Sawyer pointed out how the crews were busy building a working road across the river so they could travel from side to side while construction is underway. He also noted that the front section of the old bridge is likely the part that will be preserved and there are plans to display it in Hermitage near the Ole Hickory Building. This project began last week and is expected to take 120 days. The roadway closed to traffic.
Victory Temple/Cowboy Church, at the intersection of Highways U and 65 near Cross Timbers, will host a series of fish fries during Lent. The first will be this Friday, Feb. 20, with …
Care Connection For Aging Services, which helps to manage the McCarty Senior Center in Wheatland, has put out a call to join the Silver Haired Legislature. They are actively seeking …
Hickory County just received some big news regarding the future of Ozark Market Day. It was announced this past week that, after nearly 50 years, the location of the annual Fourth of July event …
This past fall, Missouri State University in Springfield awarded 1,426 degrees with commencement ceremonies taking place Dec. 12, at Great Southern Bank Arena. The following area students were …
The sixth annual Joe Bass fishing tournament has been scheduled for Saturday, March 21, at Lightfoot Park. The event will be from 6:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. with an entry fee. Winners are expected to receive a 75% payout and $2,000 guaranteed for first place. Those entering the Big Bass Contest must offer $10 with a 100% payback. For more information visit the Pomme de Terre Chamber of Commerce’s Facebook page.
On Tuesday, Feb. 3, 10 Hermitage High School FBLA members attended districts in Bolivar. The students competed in objective tests as well as presentation events. The following attended, along with …
The Hermitage City Council held a meeting at 6 p.m. on Monday, Feb. 9, at Hermitage City Hall. Those present included Mayor Richard Reeves; Alderpersons Tim Brenner, Mike Freeman, Richard Avery …
The annual meeting of the Hickory County Farmer’s Market will be from 6- 8 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 24, at Double K Meats and More in Hermitage. The 6 p.m. gathering is for members. A 7 p.m. gathering is for potential members.
The 2026 Municipal Election isn’t far away as voting will take place in Hickory County on Tuesday, April 7. Municipal elections, which some argue may be more important than federal and state …
The Matilda Polk Campbell Chapter of the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution will hold its monthly meeting in Bolivar on Saturday, Feb. 21. According to Alice Kugler, Regent, the highlight will be the recognition of the winners of the Chapter’s recent essay contest and the reading of their essays. Two new DAR members have also had recently had applications approved by the NSDAR. Treats for Troops were delivered by the Chapter to the USO at Ft. Leonard Wood this month and packets of vegetable and herb seeds are being collected for the Hindman Settlement School project in Kentucky. The National Society Daughters of the American Revolution is a patriotic service organization for women who can trace their lineage to a Revolutionary Patriot, someone who provided material benefit to the Revolutionary cause. The local chapter is very active in community service, preserving history, educating children, as well as honoring and supporting those who serve our nation. All meetings are open and free. Contact matildapolkcampbell@gmail.com to obtain details about meeting time and place.
The Hickory County Cattlemen’s meeting was Thursday, Feb. 12, in the Hickory County R-1 Elementary School Cafeteria with pasta dishes provided by the Hickory County Cattleman’s Board Members. Desserts were provided by members and the meal’s sponsor and guest speaker was Brant Gideon with Gideon Ag Drones.
Classes are being offered at the Hickory County Extension Office for a fee, which includes all the necessary supplies to make a 2ft by 2 ft Barn Quilt. Upcoming classes will be from 9 a.m. to 3 …
The Sisters in Christ will meet at noon on Saturday, Feb. 21, for fellowship and good food. The group will gather at Pomme de Terre United Methodist Church in Hermitage. All ladies of the …
FBI officials are searching for a Strafford man who was recently indicted by the federal government for a massive nationwide cattle fraud scheme. According to the US Department of Justice and …
Wheatland Settlers Village Committee is planning an Easter egg hunt. The WSV Spring Fling and Easter egg hunt will be from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, March 28, in the Wheatland Park. The egg …