Tim's expertise and advocacy naturally extended to community involvement, as he became an avid participant in the Tourism Community Enhancement District efforts, and worked to help shape a cooperative marketing program that matched show's contributions with public funds.

MoDOT Director Ed Hassinger called for Missourians to continue to speak up about the need to practice safe habits on Missouri roadways.

One challenger and one incumbent announce intentions for the Board of Aldermen in Ward III

Each Give 5 training session meets once weekly for four weeks, as potential volunteers learn about community challenges, get to know the organizations addressing those challenges, and learn how volunteers can make an impact by giving as little as five hours per month of their time and talent; hence the name, “Give 5.”

Pathways Project Coalition of the Ozarks is one of several groups working to fight human trafficking in the Ozarks and to raise awareness of the problem’s extent. In connection with Human Trafficking Awareness Day on January 11, many supporters wore blue to show solidarity with trafficking survivors. Efforts continue throughout January, designated as Awareness Month, to increase community awareness of available educational and prevention resources.     Veloris Juneman serves

Holladay will oversee the library operations, strategic planning, staff development and leadership and community outreach. He will be instrumental in advancing the library’s mission to provide resources to enrich the quality of life for the community.

One major area of focus is a rebuild of the City’s permitting processes. These improvements are designed to streamline applications, reduce confusion and make it easier for users to track permits from start to finish, whether they’re homeowners, contractors, or developers.

    Mr. Patton shared, “I am honored and excited for the opportunity to continue nearly ten years of service to the City of Hollister and our community in my new role as City Administrator.

Loved and cherished for her unwavering dedication both at work and at home, Lois was the heart of her family and was a devoted loving mother to her three children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. 

The State of the Ozarks Farmers Market that area residents look forward to each Saturday during the area's peak seasons can now be enjoyed all year long.   Every Saturday the State of the Ozarks partners with local bakers, artisans and craftsmen to offer the food and craft market, held at Vintage Paris in Hollister. There, shoppers can find the area's finest home-baked goods, canned pickles, jams and jellies, gift items, decor and much more—crafted and created in true Ozarks'