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Cooper County Detention Center has inmate pass away

On 5/18/2025, an inmate in the Cooper County Detention Center became unresponsive and not breathing. Life saving measures were performed by staff, along with law enforcement and EMS, who arrived a short time later. Despite the efforts to revive the inmate, the individual was pronounced deceased. The Cooper County Coroner’s Office along with the Boonville Police Department were requested to do an investigation into the incident. An autopsy was performed by the Boone County Medical Examiners Office. More information will be released when it is obtained.

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Bunceton schools to honor Mrs. Huth

The public is welcome to attend a reception on May 22 following the elementary awards assembly (around 10 AM) in honor of Mrs. Jessica Huth, who will be advancing her career and serving at a greater capacity! Please help us wish her well and celebrate her new opportunity as she moves towards great things!

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