This week in the Benton County Enterprise
Meet The People Of Benton County

Sebastian Rosales

Word On The Street

Shane Simons

The Editorial & Opinion Page

Have I Got A Line For You!

Aunt Jane died Thursday evening after a series of health setbacks that she fought courageously and with a sense of humor. She had an exuberant spirit that served her well for 94 years. She once …

Financial Focus

Once you and your spouse retire, you’ll have some decisions to make — decisions that could affect your quality of life in your retirement years. What are these choices? Here a few of …

Down On The Creek

Number Please! It’s somewhat amazing the bizarre thoughts one can have while performing repetitious chores. Just yesterday it occurred to me that my cousin Tootie (now passed) was an …

Letter To The Editor

Dear Editor, I appreciated the Donnie Nichols front page column encouraging property owners to look out for the welfare of butterflies and other pollinators. Their survival and ours are ultimately …

Have I Got A Line For You!

Walking over to the Courthouse this morning, I noticed a few blades of green grass poking through. The first day of spring is next Thursday and it won’t be long until the lake is full of …
The Sports Page
A STORYBOOK SEASON came to an end for the Cardinals last week at the MSHSAA Class 2 Final Four. After making their first trip in 40 years to the season's-end event, Lincoln suffered losses to Eugene and Puxico to finish fourth in the state tournament. Nonetheless, their season ended with an impressive overall record of 23-6.

Cardinals Will Hang Banner After Taking Fourth Place Finish At Class 2 Final Four

The dream of going to the MSHSAA Class 2 Final Four in Columbia, Missouri to play at Mizzou Arena came true for the Lincoln Cardinals boys basketball team last week. The town gave the team a superior …

MBCA Releases All-District Basketball Teams

MBCA All-District is voted on by member coaches within the district. All-District is not an all-district tournament team; it reflects the entire regular season. The top 10 players from each district …

Logue Makes Announcement Of All-Benton County Basketball Teams

Well, here we are for another year. My criteria for choosing the All-Benton County basketball teams comes down to a variety of options and opinions. We look at the statistics, plus a variety of other …

'Cats Named To 2024-25 All-OHC Lists

Members of this year's Warsaw basketball teams are beginning to see post-season honors roll in, including that of the Ozark Highlands Conference where the boys placed 5 on respective teams and the …
The School Page

Cole Camp Schools Ask Voters To Approve No Tax Bond Issue

The Cole Camp R-1 School District will be asking voters to approve a no tax increase bond measure at the April general election. When passed, this would allow the district to extend current bonding …

Cole Camp R-I To Host Open House

The Cole Camp R-1 School is hosting an Open House on Tuesday, March 18 from 5:00-5:30 p.m. The tour is of the new classroom and multipurpose additions to the Cole Camp R-1 campus. To take …

Warsaw R-IX Sets Date Of Graduation For Class Of 2025

The Warsaw R-IX Board of Education met on February 19 to discuss a range of important updates and decisions affecting the school district. Due to winter weather, the agenda was reduced to only …

Cole Camp Board Hears Presentation On Ag Program

The Cole Camp Board of Education held their regular monthly meeting on Thursday evening, February 20 due to the adverse weather conditions on Tuesday, February 18. The agenda was approved along …
The Society Page
Ozark Foodie
Pizza Pockets If Hot Pockets were a staple in your childhood this four-ingredient recipe will be right up your alley. A super-simple version with a few basic ingredients; starting with a tube of …
A WINNING COMBINATION of members from the Shriners and Benton County Health Department conducted a screening clinic for children on Saturday. Those involved in a busy day of volunteering included (L to R): Chuck Allcorn, John Schlechter, Dr. Amber Campbell, Shiree Sherrill, Kelli Daleske, Heather Greene, Jon Schmidt and Steve Elliott; not pictured: Leroy Graham.
Shriners Host Screening Clinic
A WINNING COMBINATION of members from the Shriners and Benton County Health Department conducted a screening clinic for children on Saturday. Those involved in a busy day of volunteering included (L …
Fristoe News
Good day from Fristoe News! The weather has been really nice for several days, but guess what . . . after several days of really nice weather, it snowed a light dusting in the night. It is not bad …
B.P.O.E. Lodge #2783
Dining at The Lodge Our seafood boil dinner is open to the public! This event is a membership drive and fundraiser for our scholarship fund. This event is a great opportunity to visit our lodge …
Economic Development Moving Along Within County
Various community leaders and business owners met on Wednesday, February 26, for the monthly meeting of the Benton County Economic Development group in Lincoln City Hall. First on the agenda was …
The Law Page

Benton County Sheriff's Report

Sheriff’s Report 3/7/25 to 3/13/25 Cody Ryan Fletcher-Fulks of Warsaw, MO was sentenced on 3-9-25 to 48 hours in the Benton County Detention Facility. Subject completed the sentence and …

The Obituary Page
Linda Mae Brady
Linda Mae Brady
Linda Mae Brady, 79, was born in Mason City, lA. Having attended younger grades in lA, she and her parents Lena and Louis Brady, moved to Kansas City, MO area, where she found employment during and …
Jane Ellen White Brown
Jane Ellen White Brown
Jane White Brown, age 94, died on March 13, 2025. Jane Ellen White was born on October 31, 1930, in the home of her grandparents, Ellen R. Kelly and John S. Kelly in the Glenaire Community of …
Tammy Lawler
Tammy Lawler
Tammy S. Lawler, age 67, of Quincy, Missouri passed away Monday, March 10, 2025 at the Centerpoint Hospital in Independence, Missouri. She was born on November 23, 1957 the daughter of Donna (Copp) …
Doris Ellen Nickles
Doris Ellen Nickles
Doris Ellen Nickles, 84, passed away March 6, 2025 after a brief illness in Clinton, Missouri. Doris was born in Alba, Missouri on October 27, 1940 to Isaac J. Ennis and Blanche M. Earl; She was …
Janice (Kay) K. Owsley
Janice (Kay) K. Owsley
Janice Kay Owsley, age 81, of Cross Timbers, Missouri passed away Wednesday, March 12, 2025 at the Jacobs Ladder Hospice House in Springfield, Missouri. She was born on August 28, 1943 in St. …
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Harness the Power of Walking: Benefits of being physically active
(Family Features) A walk isn't just good for your body; it's a simple, powerful way to care for your mind and soul. These tips and information can help you understand how a brisk walk can make a world of difference.
A Guide to Great Skin
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A brief history of the s'more, America’s favorite campfire snack
Every summer, millions of marshmallows will be toasted over fires across America. Many will be used as an ingredient in the quintessential summer snack: the s’more. Eating gooey marshmallows …
Summer Camps Guide: Helping Parents Choose the Right Fit for Their Child
Summer Camps Guide: Helping Parents Choose the Right Fit for Their Child
Spring break often reminds families of the approach of summer and the need to find the best summer camp experiences for their children. Whether a child is entering kindergarten or transitioning ...
Thrilling Spring Adventures in Myrtle Beach
(BPT) - Looking for the perfect spring getaway? Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, is one of America's most beloved family beach destinations, delivering a perfect mix of adventure, entertainment and …