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A disturbing video depicting the deliberate drowning of a cat by two students circulated on social media last week, prompting widespread community outrage and investigation by local authorities in …
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Ethan Holder
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9/10/25
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A Benton County man already jailed in Pettis County is now facing additional felony charges after investigators say they uncovered methamphetamine, fentanyl, cocaine, and drug paraphernalia hidden …
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Ethan Holder
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9/9/25
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The rolling hills around Kaysinger Bluff buzzed with activity on Saturday morning as dozens of volunteers arrived for the first workday of 2025, their dedication proving that sometimes a setback can …
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Ethan Holder
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9/9/25
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The phone rings, and on the screen it flashes: Benton County Sheriff’s Office. For many residents, that’s enough to send their stomachs sinking. The caller sounds official, claiming …
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Ethan Holder
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9/5/25
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Jeremy and Katie Phillips of Cole Camp were honored as the Benton County Farm Family of the Year at the Missouri State Fair this past month.
The Phillips own JK Phillips …
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Anita Campbell
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9/4/25
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Warsaw Mayor Eddie Simons called the City Council meeting to order on September 2 at 6 PM. Aldermen James White, Eric Flores, Rob Coskey, Alderwomen Kim Pearcy and Jennifer Flores were …
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Anita Campbell
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9/4/25
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Labor Day honors the hard work and dedication of employees and the value of the workforce. It was declared a national holiday on the first Monday in September 1894 and early on became a day for …
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Judy Kramer
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9/4/25
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9/3/25
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Great weather encouraged crowds at the Thirty-fourth Annual Benton County Rodeo sponsored by the Shawnee Masonic Lodge #653 on August 29 & 30.
Royalty crowned …
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Anita Campbell
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9/3/25
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U.S. Rep. Mark Alford brought his trademark mix of straight talk and listening ears to a packed room in Warsaw this week, holding his 112th public town hall since taking office. The Republican …
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Ethan Holder
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9/2/25
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A disturbing video depicting the deliberate drowning of a cat by two students has circulated on social media, prompting widespread community outrage and calls for a thorough investigation by local …
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Ethan Holder
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9/2/25
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A collision between two boats on Truman Lake left one man seriously injured Monday morning.
According to the Missouri State Highway Patrol’s Water Division, the crash happened around 9:25 …
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Ethan Holder
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9/2/25
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A Higginsville man was seriously injured Friday night after his truck ran off the road and struck a tree in Benton County.
According to the Missouri State Highway Patrol, the crash happened …
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Ethan Holder
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8/30/25
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Two men tied to the self-styled “2nd American Militia,” including one from Warsaw, have been sentenced to lengthy federal prison terms for plotting to murder U.S. Border Patrol agents and …
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Ethan Holder
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8/29/25
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Seven young women showcased their talents, community spirit, and academic achievements during the 2025 Cole Camp Fair Queen contest, held recently at the local high school auditorium. After a …
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Ethan Holder
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8/29/25
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Kimberly D. Schnieders, a 35-year-old Boonville resident, has been arrested and charged with several serious offenses including statutory sodomy, child endangerment involving sexual conduct, and …
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8/28/25
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Members of the COLE CAMP FFA joined more than 650 FFA members and agricultural leaders on Tuesday, August 12, for the Missouri State FFA Day of Service, a component of the Missouri Farmers Care …
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8/28/25
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8/27/25
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Four years after opening its doors in February 2021, Benton County's modern detention facility represents a dramatic leap forward from its predecessor, though officials emphasize the financial …
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Ethan Holder
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8/27/25
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History is what gives a legacy to every community. Cole Camp has a long line of German heritage. Lincoln developed from a stagecoach stop into a small railroad town, later becoming known for its …
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Ethan Holder
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8/26/25
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A head-on collision on Route T left two men injured Sunday afternoon, according to the Missouri State Highway Patrol.
The crash happened at 4:30 p.m. on August 24, just west of Quail Run Road. …
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Ethan Holder
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8/25/25
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August 16, Saturday morning, 8:30 a.m. a happy group gathered in the big city park for the long anticipated ground breaking of the walking path that will now be constructed.
A half mile path …
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Dianne Peck
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8/25/25
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After nearly a month of work, artist Luke Helms has finished a massive new mural in downtown Warsaw — a vibrant piece stretching 20 feet high and 140 feet long that he says is the best artwork …
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Ethan Holder
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8/22/25
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A stark divide has been forming within Warsaw as two sides voice yays and nays on one issue: golf carts and UTVs. More specifically, should people be allowed to drive them within city limits or not? …
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Ethan Holder
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8/22/25
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All three of the Benton County school districts started school on Tuesday, August 19 with a full day of classes. While most of the school day looked the same as last year, there were some new …
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Anita Campbell
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8/21/25
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