Visitation will be held from 1 pm to 2:30 pm, Sunday, March 1, 2026, at the Pleasanton Chapel. Memorial contributions are suggested to the Alzheimer's Association. Online condolences can be left at www.schneiderfunerals.com.
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Wednesday, February 25, 2026
Obituary - Larry Snyder
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From Bates County Clerk Jami Page
Absentee voting has started for the General Municipal Election that will be held on April 7th.
You can now come in our office during our normal business hours and cast your absentee ballot.
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FFA Week: Some history
Key Historical Milestones in Missouri and National FFA
- 1928: National organization founded in Kansas City, MO.
- 1933: The iconic blue corduroy jacket was adopted as Official Dress.
- 1965: New Farmers of America (NFA), an organization for African-American agricultural students, merged with FFA.
- 1969: Women were granted full membership privileges in the FFA.
- 1988: Renamed to the National FFA Organization to reflect diversifying agriculture.
Missouri FFA Today
- Membership: Missouri has over 25,626 members across 353 chapters.
- Focus: The organization emphasizes leadership, personal growth, and career success through agricultural education.
- Legacy: Missouri remains a strong hub for agricultural education, with the state FFA convention continuing to be a major event.
For more information, you can visit the Missouri FFA Association website or the National FFA Organization website.
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Tuesday basketball scores
Ballard 58
Montrose 41
Miami 65
Bronaugh 36
NE Vernon County 57
Hume 21
Archie 59
Osceola 48
Osceola 48
Appleton City 60
Lakeland 43
Green Ridge 59
Rich Hill 40
St. Paul 58
Midway 28
Stover 50
Adrian 77
Versailles 88
Sherwood 41
Cole Camp 50
Butler 42
Pleasant Hill 61
Harrisonville 71
McDonald county 45
Nevada 57
Girls
Pleasant Hill 50
Harrisonville 66
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Obituary - Janice Lamb
Janice Louise Lamb was born on April 16, 1954, to William G. Nelson and Evelyn Jane Nelson, and she went to meet the Lord on February 23, 2026.
Janice married David Lee Lamb on May 30, 1975. Four years later, they relocated to Trading Post near Pleasanton, KS, where she raised her children in the country, teaching them the love of the land and wildlife.
Janice began her community employment when she started working for Wildwood Outdoor Education Center in LaCygne, KS, as a kitchen manager. They later relocated to Fort Scott, KS, where she served the elderly and continued in that line of work throughout the years.
She attended services at Church of the Nazarene in Fort Scott, KS. She enjoyed helping people, spending time with her grandchildren, her puppies, and making crafts. Janice loved life, family, and most of all God, as she lived her life for Him daily.
Janice is survived by her husband David of 50 years; her children, Geneane Lamb of Ontario, Canada, Larry Lamb and fiancé Denna Martin of Arma, KS, and Christina Lamb and wife Tiffany Loar of Nevada, MO; two sisters, Barbara Wheeler and Terry Skinner and their families; along with 5 grandchildren and 6 great-grandchildren.
There will not be any services at this time. Courtesy Ferry Funeral Home.
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Obituary - Dwayne Long
Dwayne Eugene Long, 65 of Nevada, MO, passed away on Saturday, February 21, 2026, at Freeman Hospital in Joplin. Dwayne was born on December 1, 1960, in Nevada to Chester and Betty June (Hoffman) Long. On November 4, 1982, he was married to Carol Jean Wagoner, and she survives of the home.
Dwayne was raised in Nevada and graduated from Nevada High School with the Class of 1979. Dwayne worked as an auto body mechanic his whole career. He owned his own shop for many years. Dwayne was a family man, he loved being with his family especially spending time with his grandchildren. He also enjoyed working on muscle cars and watching his favorite movie “Smoky and the Bandit”. Dwayne was an avid lover of heavy metal music, especially Ozzy Osbourne, and his dogs, “Henry” and “Cash”. His wish was to be an organ donor, a decision that he made at the age of 47.
Dwayne is survived by his wife Carol of the home, his four children, daughter Keri Van Dyk
( Keith Gulliford), Nevada, daughter Jami Long, Nevada, son Kristopher Long, Nevada, and Daughter Jesika Long of Nevada, eight grandchildren, Lotus Van Dyk, Blaze Van Dyk, Krager VanDyk, Theo Gulliford, Karma Long, Severin Long, Shelby Long, and Charles Hartman. He is also survived by one brother, one sister, numerous nieces and nephews, and his beloved dogs “Henry” and “Cash”. Dwayne was preceded in death by his parents, two sisters, and one brother.
The family will receive friends from 5-7 pm on Saturday, February 28, 2026 at Ferry Funeral Home in Nevada.
Those who wish may contribute in Dwayne’s memory to: Adrenal Insufficiency United c/o Ferry Funeral Home.
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Little Apple news
Remember that March 1 is the deadline to submit your St. Clair County Property Tax Assessment forms without a penalty. The County Assessor’s office is open 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday.
Growing in Grace Community Center’s community dinner will be 3:00 p.m. March 7. The menu is BLT sandwiches, salad bar and cookies. Bailea Johnson will be singing at 4:00 p.m. Please come and join them.
Zion Lutheran School in Prairie City’s annual chili and soup supper will be dine in or carry 5:00 -8:00 p.m. Saturday, February 28. There will be an online facebook auction beginning Wednesday, February 25, a silent auction 5:00 – 7:30 p.m. February 28 and a live auction beginning at 7:00 p.m. February 28. The school children will also be selling raffle tickets. Check out Facebook for more information at Zion Lutheran School Chili Supper.
The Golden Apples Senior Club will meet Thursday, February 26, 2026 at The Farmhouse Kitchen banquet room at 5:00 p.m. This week's food theme is Fish. Please bring sides and desserts to go with fish. They'll play some bingo after the meal and see who's a winner. Come on out and join them. There are lots of prizes.
Immaculate Conception Church Lenten Fish Fry Dinners will be served March 6 and March 20 from 5:00 - 7:30 p.m. in St. Mary’s School Hall, Montrose. Dine-in and carry will be served. The menu is fried fish, Suzy Q’s, cole slaw, corn bread, cookies and a drink. Adults eat for $12, children under 10 for $8. Best fish dinner around!
The Todd Becker Foundation of Kearney, NE is hosting a STINT Takeover Night in Appleton City, MO on March 4, 2026. This free event will be held at the First Christian Church at 7:00 p.m. According to Barna Research, 70% of high school youth walk away from church after graduation. This event is intended to awaken the 70% of youth group students who are projected to leave the church. This night will challenge and encourage students to take their faith seriously. During this evening, students will experience a time of worship, testimonies, and a powerful message from God’s word. Come join them on March 4 for a life-changing night. About the STINT Internship: STINT is the Todd Becker Foundation’s internship program, which prepares and equips recently graduated high schoolers to stand firm in their faith after they leave high school. The STINT Program is a cost free, 9-month internship that gives students real world, front line ministry experience that significantly impacts their spiritual growth and maturity as a Christian. For more information or to schedule an interview contact: Erin Meisenheimer, Logistics/STINT Event Coordinator Todd Becker Foundation, P.O. Box 2264, Kearney, NE 68848, 1-800-983-2644, www.toddbecker.org
River of Life Fellowship will host Mark & Rachel Oswald March 1-3 in Rockville for special Purim meetings. This is the first time they have scheduled special meetings coinciding with this Jewish holiday celebration, and they are excited to see what God has for His people. Services each evening begin at 6:00 p.m., with a time of worship and the Word, as Brother Mark shares God's heart for this day and this hour. They will enjoy a time of light snacks and fellowship as well. Any and all are welcome to attend these special meetings. They will take a love offering each evening to go towards Calvary Heart Ministries.
St. Paul Lutheran High School from Concordia MO, is on their annual domestic 7 day tour through Missouri, Kansas and Colorado. The touring choir is made up of 43 students and will be performing a varied program that includes classic German works J.S. Bach and Josef Rheinberger, as well as some hymns, anthems and spirituals. To celebrate the 250th anniversary of the United States, the program will include 2 sacred patriotic pieces. The award winning choir is under the direction of Dr. Jerrode Marsh. The concert will take place 7:00 p.m. Thursday, March 5 at Zion Lutheran Church (in Prairie City), 101 SE Country Road 9526, Rockville, MO 64780. The concert is free but donations are kindly requested to help cover expenses for their tour.
The AC Spring City Wide Garage Sale dates have been set for April 24 and 25. Information regarding permits will be posted at a later date.
Grace Christian Academy will have their 6th annual hog roast dinner with silent and live auctions fundraiser 4:00-7:00 p.m. Saturday, March 14 in the Lowry City Civic Center, 4th & Cleveland. The hog roast dinner for $10 includes meat, sides, dessert and drink. Children 4-12 years eat for $6, 3 and under are free. Carry out is available. Silent auction from 4:00–6:30 and live auction at 7:00 p.m. Tickets are available at the school or at the door.
Ellett Memorial Hospital Appleton City offers outpatient specialist services for February and March, 2026. Call 660-476-2111 for appointments. Thursday, Feb 26– Neurology- Dr.- Shoaib, Wednesday March 4 – Upper GI, Colonoscopy-Dr. Namin; Thursday, March 5 – OB/GYN – Dr. Kallberg, Friday; March 6 – Dermatology- Dylan Timmerman, PA; Tuesday, March 10 - Rheumatology-Dr. John; Friday, March 13 – Orthopedic-Dr. Gray, Wednesday; March 18 – Upper GI, Colonoscopy-Dr. Namin, Thursday; March 19 – Podiatry – Dr. Pace; Tuesday, March 24 - Rheumatology-Dr. John; Wednesday, March 25 – Orthopedic- Dr. Gray; Wednesday, March 25 – Ophthalmology, Dr. Soni; Thursday, March 26– Neurology- Dr.- Shoaib; Friday, March 27 – Dermatology- Dylan Timmerman, PA; Tuesday, March 31 - Rheumatology-Dr. John.
CALENDAR OF EVENTS
Feb 28 Zion Lutheran School in Prairie City’s annual chili and soup supper 5:00 -8:00 p.m.
Mar 1 St. Clair County Property Tax Assessment forms are due
Mar 4 STINT Takeover Night in Appleton City at the First Christian Church at 7:00 p.m.
Mar 6 Immaculate Conception Church Lenten Fish Fry Dinner 5:00 - 7:30 p.m. in St. Mary’s School Hall, Montrose
Mar 7 Growing in Grace Community Center’s community dinner 3:00 p.m.
Mar 8 Daylight Savings Time begins. Set clocks AHEAD 1 hour
The Knights of Columbus will have their monthly pancake and sausage breakfast at the Knight’s Hall in Montrose on Sunday, March 8 from 8:30 – 10:00 a.m. Treat your family to a hot breakfast you don’t have to cook or clean up. A free will donation will be greatly appreciated
Funds are needed for the backpack program. Holy Trinity Church in AC houses this project, which is funded by you, the community. They now are sending 35 packs of food home with school kids weekly. The cost is $950 per month and they are reaching out for help. Donations are accepted at the church and may be made to: TUMC, with memo: Backpack. Thank You.
The Appleton City High School Alumni Luncheon will be held Saturday, May 23, 2026 at 11:30. They are missing a class contact for the classes of 2016 and 2021. Reservation/meal is $15 in advance $20 at the door. , Mail reservations to Patty Purvis Young, 101 E. 3rd St., Appleton City, MO 64724. Please include class year and names for each person attending.
River of Life Fellowship’s Third Sunday for March will feature a special Seder meal coupled with a Passover Teaching by Pastor James. There is no cost to attend the event, and they invite and encourage each of you to make plans to do so. River of Life Fellowship in Rockville hosts a special Third Sunday evening meeting each month, beginning at 6:00 p.m., with a variety of events such as singspirations, special guests, banquets and meals, fellowship, and family movie night. You can find out more information about the events on their Facebook page and follow them on YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@RiverofLife-xd2mw) for Sunday messages and special meetings.
Ohio Christian Church invites area women to be guests at their Annual Ladies Retreat on March 21, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. This spring they’ll be putting down roots and experiencing a mountain-top moment with guest speaker Whitney Kinne of Clinton leading through Jeremiah 17:7-8. “But blessed is the one who trusts in the Lord, whose confidence is in him. They will be like a tree planted by the water that sends out its roots by the stream. It does not fear when heat comes; its leaves are always green. It has no worries in a year of drought and never fails to bear fruit.” Whitney is a vivacious, kind, faith-walking mom and career woman. Raised in church and agriculture, Whitney understands the power of deep roots and the importance of growing a steady faith in Jesus through every season. Whitney helps women find their confidence, peace, and strength in Him, even when life feels dry or demanding. With warmth, honesty, and plenty of time for connection, she will create space for us to take a deep breath, reflect, be encouraged, and renew our trust in the Father who truly sustains us. It's going to be a beautiful, rich day of praise and blessing you won't want to miss. We have all kinds of wonderful surprises waiting for you, including a lovely, complimentary lunch. Every detail of the day has been planned and they’ve been praying for you. They can't wait to lift voices in praise, and to love on and learn with you. They pray you will come, bring your friends and be refreshed. It all begins at 10:00 a.m. at Ohio Christian Church - located 7 miles west of Lowry City or 10 miles east of Appleton City on Hwy. A. For more information, call 417-321-4177. Be sure to like and follow at Ohio Christian Church on Facebook for more details and coming announcements.
The Appleton City Museum would like to list owners of century farms in their area farm owners of 100+ years. Contact acmolampkin@yahoo.com or voice message 660-492-0131. They will assist you in filing an on-line application to the University of Missouri Extension site OR only be listed (with no fee) in the Appleton City Museum (12 mile radius). Eligibility is ownership by any and all family members for 100 years and income from farming (renting is acceptable). MU requires documentation and a fee. Be proud to be a pioneer family. Your story is priceless.
In this, the 250th year of the independence that our first military fought and won for US, DbarJ Quilts etc, along with Marge Zink, will have at least 3 drawings for quilts this year. There will be no cost to sign up. You need to be a veteran and have a name and phone number. You or a friend/family member can call Marge at 660-207-8063 or Joyce at 660-679-1809 or drop by DbarJ Quilts etc in Rockville, MO to give them your name. Drawings will be Flag Day, Independence Day and Veterans Day.
Proper cattle management and protecting your profits in a volatile cattle market is important to stocker cattle operation sustainability. Therefore, MU Extension is partnering with Hometown Crop Solutions to provide a Stocker Cattle Risk Management Workshop on April 2. The workshop will be held at 6:00 p.m. at the Hickory County MU Extension Center at 22126 US HWY 54, Hermitage, MO 65668. This workshop will focus on stocker cattle management and risk protection. MU Extension Livestock Field Specialists Davis and Andy McCorkill will discuss stocker cattle nutrition and health management. Also, Gavon Hutchison with Hometown Crop Solutions will discuss risk protection on stocker cattle. The workshop is free and a meal will be provided with support from Hometown Crop Solutions. However, registration is required by March 26 to attend the workshop. Register online at https://tinyurl.com/SCRMW-Hermitage or by contacting the Hickory County MU Extension Center at (417) 745-6767. For all other questions contact Patrick Davis, Livestock Field Specialist, at (417) 276-3313 or by email at davismp@missouri.edu
The Ellett Memorial Hospital Foundation was established in 2000 by a local couple to benefit and carry out the purposes of Ellett Memorial Hospital. The Foundation has played a major role in the Hospital’s recent renovation/expansion project. The Foundation is a 501c3 organization and plays an important role in ensuring the future of the Hospital by providing an avenue for individuals, groups and corporations to lend their financial support through tax-deductible contributions. The Ellett Memorial Hospital Foundation would like to extend an invitation to the community to assist with this project. They would like to welcome all current and past members of the community and service area to make a donation to the Ellett Memorial Hospital Foundation. Donations can be restricted or non-restricted for use as the donor identifies. Recognition will be given for all contributions. For further information, contact Julee Snyder, Ellett Memorial Hospital, 660-476-211.
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