January 23, 2023

Kimberly Marie James
1963-2023 Kimberly Marie James, 59, of New Franklin passed away on January 12, 2023. Kim was born in Boonville on July 25, 1963, the daughter of James Lee and Betty Lou Nieman Eckerle.

Josephine Ann Hurt
1941-2023 Josephine Ann “Jo Ann” Hurt, 81, of Boonville, passed away January 21, 2023 at Boone Hospital in Columbia. Jo Ann was born July 12,1941 in Boonville, the daughter of Wilbur Thomas and Ottilia Vogel Hurt.

World Famous Pie Auction brings in over $10,000 for the Boonville band program
The 27th World Famous Pie Auction was a resounding success Friday evening. Held for the first time in three years, the Boonville R-1 School District band program held their World Famous Pie Auction on Friday, January 20.
Mayor provides tie-breaking vote at city council meeting
In a rare move, Mayor Ned Beach had to provide a tie-breaking vote at the City Council meeting Tuesday evening. The council heard the second reading of Bill 2023-02, Transfer of Ownership of A and D Barracks to the Boonville Community Development Corporation.
School board meeting was quick and efficient
In a quick and efficient meeting Wednesday evening, the Boonville Board of Education approved the ballot language for the upcoming board election in April. The April Municipal Election will see two Board of Education seats on the ballot.

THE BENEFITS OF SKILLED NURSING FACILITIES
Many aging adults reach a point in their lives when they can no longer care for themselves without some help. Some may just need a little help around the house, while others with more extensive needs may choose to relocate to skilled nursing facilities.
How active seniors can lower their injury risk
Physical activity is one of the key components of a healthy lifestyle. Though physical activity benefits people of all ages, it can be especially helpful for seniors by making it easier for them to overcome some of the obstacles associated with aging.

Christ Episcopal hosted a breakfast for the community
Christ Episcopal Church on Fourth Street held a community breakfast on January 21. The breakfast was held at the church located at 524 Fourth Street from 8:30 - 10:30 a.m.

