Newsletter-Early-Week

National Newspaper Week

As we celebrate the 85th anniversary of National Newspaper Week from October 5-11, 2025, it’s crucial to acknowledge the pivotal role local journalism plays in shaping informed communities. By providing citizens with the facts they need to make informed decisions, local reporting empowers individuals to take an active part in their daily lives.

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CCHS hosts presentation by Dr Candace Sall at River, Rails, and Trails Museum

The Cooper County Historical Society hosted Dr. Candace Sall, Director of the University of Missouri Department of Anthropology, at the River, Rails and Trails Museum in Boonville on Sunday, September 14. Dr. Sall brought artifacts found in Missouri and discussed the world’s oldest sandals which were found here in Missouri.

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