Graves condemns Schumer’s government shutdown
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Sam Graves (MO-06) released the following statement after Senator Schumer and his caucus refused to vote for a clean continuing resolution… Login to continue reading Login…
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Planned road work for Mid-Missouri
Sept. 29 – Oct. 5, 2025 JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – The following is a list of general highway maintenance and construction work planned in the mid–Missouri area Sept. 29 – Oct.… Login to continue reading Login…
Glasgow bridge replacement project timeline extended
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo – Construction of the new Missouri Route 5 bridge over Bear Creek, in Glasgow, was originally scheduled to wrap up this month, but is now expected to continue through October. Until work is complete, the road will remain narrowed to one lane with temporary signals guiding motorists through the work zone.
The Food Bank Celebrates 30 Years of Scoring Against Hunger with Mizzou Athletics
Columbia, MO — The Food Bank for Central & Northeast Missouri is celebrating 30 years of the Score Against Hunger campaign. This annual collaboration between The Food Bank and Mizzou Athletics helps raise awareness and support for food insecurity in our community.
Lutheran ladies host Fall Rally
The Tri-Parish Ladies Aide hosted forty Lutheran ladies and guests at Fall Rally on Saturday September 20th at the Clark’s Fork Trinity Lutheran Church. Special guest was Angela Kargbo from Dakota Boys and Girls Ranch; a Christ-centered residential center for troubled youth. The theme for the rally this year was You Are Loved. Comfort Crosses were made by the ladies to be included with encouragement cards for the youth at the ranch. Additionally, donations of approximately $1,000.00 were collected. For those attending the place was decked out in “ranch” décor and a chuck wagon themed menu was enjoyed by all.
Community Calendar
Wednesday October 1 - Community Lecture Series - Nancy Fredrich - My Personal Journey with Insomnia, 1:30 p.m., State Fair Community College
HISTORICALLY YOURS
The Second Continental Congress opened on May 10, 1775, in Philadelphia, shortly after the Battles of Lexington and Concord. Only twelve colonies had been represented at the First Continental Congress but this time Georgia overrode the Loyalists and sent delegates. The Congress continued to meet until March 1, 1781, when their newly created government was ratified by all thirteen colonies.
Bunceton Church to celebrate Lord’s Acre Day
This Saturday, September 27th is the Bunceton Federated Church’s Lord’s Acre Day Dinner and Auction. Dinner will be served from 11:00 AM until 1:00 PM. At 1:00 PM, the auction begins. Make plans to come and enjoy fellowship and friendship. It is a fun day even if you do not bid on anything. Hope to see you all there.
Boonville Fire Department Teams Up with State Farm® and the National Fire Protection Association® (NFPA®) during Fire Prevention Week™
The official theme for Fire Prevention Week is “Charge into Safety™: Lithium-ion Batteries in Your Home,” which reinforces how to buy, charge, and dispose of/recycle lithium-ion batteries safely
BDN office to reopen
The Boonville Daily News will once again have a local office in the Boonville community.