October 7, 2026
Appleton City High School will celebrate Homecoming 2026 with an All Out 90’s theme throughout the week leading up to the Homecoming football game against the Osceola Indians on Friday, October 9. Students will celebrate with 90’s-themed dress-up days throughout the week: Wednesday is Band Day featuring favorite 90’s bands, Thursday is Denim Day, and Friday is School Colors Day. The week’s activities continue Thursday evening with ACHS volleyball hosting Liberal at 5:30 p.m., followed immediately by a pep rally and bonfire. Friday’s Homecoming festivities will begin with the Homecoming Parade at 2:30 p.m. Parade entries should line up at Appleton City High School at 2:00 p.m. If anyone would like to participate, be at the school parking lot at 2:00 and they can contact Lyndsi Rivera for information at lrivera@appletoncity.k12.mo.us or call the high school. 660-476-2118. Community members and businesses are encouraged to participate by decorating their homes and storefronts and showing their Bulldog spirit. The Student Council is also sponsoring a window decorating contest for local businesses. Photos of decorated windows may be posted to Facebook, tagging Appleton City High School and using #FN5GL #Entry. The winning window will receive free admission to the Homecoming game. Homecoming royalty candidates are: Easton Gwinn and Katelynn Drake representing the freshmen; Cal Brownsberger and Lacey Munsterman representing the sophomores; Chase Harkrader and Lacy Smith representing the juniors; and Weston Farmer and Shea Brownsberger representing the seniors. The ACHS student body will select one Queen, King, Prince, and Princess.
Appleton City residential fall cleanup is taking place through Thursday, October 8. Large dumpsters are located at the Public Works Building, 110 S. Maple (across from the swimming pool). You will be responsible for getting your items into the roll-off containers. There will be 1 20 yard roll-off container for appliances, TV’s, computers and monitors available and 2 30 yard roll-off container will be available for sofas, carpets and other approved wastes. No tires, liquid paint, batteries, motor oils, concrete, cleaning solvents or yard waste can be accepted.
Immaculate conception Catholic Church in Montrose will have a 150th anniversary Mass and reception Sunday, October 11 at 1:00 p.m. Mass will be presided over by Bishop James V. Johnston Jr., DD. There will not be an 8:00 a.m. Mass on that day. There will still be a Saturday evening Mass at 7:00 p.m. The Church will also host a quilt show during the reception of their sesquicentennial celebration Sunday. Many winners of past Labor Day and Altar Sodality fundraiser quilt raffles have graciously donated them back for the day. Please join them in viewing their quilts through the years. Mass will be at 1:00 p.m. with a reception at the Montrose Community Building immediately following at approximately 2:30.
The monthly Men’s Fellowship Breakfast at the Appleton City Church of God will be 7:00 a.m. Saturday October 10. All the men of the community are invited to join them for a time of great food and fellowship. Steve Elsey will have a short devotional.
St. Clair County Historical Society invites you to join them for “Restoring Headstones” 7:00 p.m. October 8 at the St. Clair County Museum. Kurt Jordan, who is known as “The KC Cemetery Man” will speak on the topic. Free refreshments will be served.
Mark your calendars for "A Night at the Mouse Races!", located at the Farmhouse in Appleton City on October 17. Doors open at 5:00 p.m. with Races starting at 7:00 p.m. Tickets are available at the Cork and Keg, Powell's True Value or from Brooke Powell (660) 492-3431 and Brittani Turner (660) 679-1029. Your $30 Ticket includes a meal of smoked chicken quarter, twice baked potato casserole, green beans, rolls, and Vickie's desserts, along with 2 drinks. Brought to you by AC Athletic Booster Club, with all funds raised will go towards a new High School gym floor. They appreciate your continued support for our school and Athletic Programs.
Rivers Crossing Life (Osceola Senior) Center and Care Connection for Aging Services will host “Taste Of Italy” featuring a cannoli bar 11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. October 18, 2026 at the Senior Center, 5215 Business Hwy 13 NE, Osceola, MO. The menu includes chicken parmesan with pasta, Italian sausage and meatball skewers, salad, garlic bread and a cannoli dessert bar (you pick the filling). A freewill donation will be appreciated and accepted. Proceeds benefit older adults in our community as well as meals for the elderly in AC.
On Saturday, October 17, Valley Center Church will host their 35th annual Oktoberfest. They are serving a German home cooked meal from 3:00-8:00 p.m. of smoked brats and turkey, German potato salad, homemade breads, desserts, a country store and more! Adults eat for $15. Children ages 6-12 eat for $3.00. You can help them support local food pantries by bringing a non-perishable food item and receive $1.00 off an adult meal. Their address is 930 NE 1126 RD. Deepwater MO. The church is located 3 miles North of Lowry City or 12 miles South of Clinton off of 13 HWY.
AC Rural Health Clinic now has flu vaccines available. Call the clinic at 660-476-2121 to schedule an appointment. Walk-ins are welcome from 8:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Ellett Memorial Hospital Appleton City offers outpatient specialist services for October. Call 660-476-2111 for appointments. October 7 - Upper GI, Colonoscopy-Dr. Namin, Friday, October 9 - Orthopedic-Dr. Gray, Tuesday, October 13 - Rheumatology- Dr. John, Thursday, October 15 - Podiatry: Dr. Pace, Friday, October 16 - Dermatology- Dylan Timmerman, PA, Wednesday, October 21 - Upper GI, Colonoscopy-Dr. Namin, Friday, October 23 - Orthopedics- Laura Noble, FNP, Tuesday, October 27 - Rheumatology- Dr. John, Wednesday, October 28 - Orthopedic-Dr. Gray, Wednesday, October 28 - Ophthalmology, Dr. Soni, Thursday, October 29 - Neurology- Dr.- Shoaib.
CALENDAR OF EVENTS
Oct 6-8 Appleton City residential fall cleanup
Oct 8 ACHS Homecoming bonfire after the volleyball game
Oct 9 ACHS Homecoming Parade, Game, Crowning and Dance
Oct 11 150th anniversary Mass and reception at Immaculate Conception Church (Montrose) starting at 1:00 p.m.
Oct 12 Columbus Day Holiday. Government offices and banks closed.
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