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Hackett takes 21st for first state medal, O’Connor finishes 50th

November 8, 2026

COLUMBIA, Mo. — The goals for the Spoofhound boys cross-country team were lofty entering Friday’s MSHSAA State Championships at Gans Creek. Coach Rodney Bade told the team that despite their third-place finish at districts, he wanted them to be the best team from their district at state. Maryville was able to accomplish that goal —…

North Nodaway begins Legacy Award program

November 8, 2026

HOPKINS, Mo. — Applications are now open for the inaugural North Nodaway Legacy Award class, a new program to recognize alumni and community members who have made an impact. Anyone who has made a significant contribution to the school district, the Hopkins or Pickering communities, or anyone who attended the district and made a significant…

Deering finishes Spoofhound cross-country career with state medal, school record

November 8, 2026

COLUMBIA, Mo. — Coach Rodney Bade and senior Audrey Deering have had a lot of conversations over Deering’s middle-school and high-school running career. Friday’s conversations were unique though. It started right before the Class 3 State Championship race at Gans Creek when junior Arryonna Bartlett and Deering did their usual routine at the start line…

Spoofhounds set tone early, roll into district final

November 8, 2026

MARYVILLE, Mo. — The Spoofhounds wasted absolutely no time setting the tone Friday night in the district semifinals. After receiving the opening kickoff, Maryville ran 7-straight fullback dives for a 63-yard touchdown drive. “You want to take what they will give you,” Maryville coach Matt Webb said. “And if they want to sit there and…

Adorable Pet: Peaches

November 8, 2026

This week’s adorable pet may not be a delicious fruit, but she’ll leave you feeling peachy keen. Meet Peaches, a 1-year-old calico, domestic shorthair. Peaches was surrendered to the shelter due to a family change. She lived both inside and outside, and is described as quiet, shy and playful. She can have some separation anxiety…

Bearcats maul Griffons to earn at least share of MIAA

November 8, 2026

By ANTHONY CRANE The Forum ST. JOSEPH, Mo. – There are a lot of good running backs at the Division-II level and sophomore Quincy Torry has arguably become one of the best in his second season. Saturday afternoon at Spratt Stadium, Torry rushed for 253 yards on just 12 carries in a 45-13 win over…

Theatre Northwest to present original adaptation Nov. 12-15

November 7, 2026

By KAITLYN LISKO Northwest Missouri State University MARYVILLE, Mo. — An Oscar Wilde classic is getting a modern makeover at Northwest Missouri State University, where two faculty members have adapted a 19th-century comedy for its next theater production. Northwest will present Wilde’s “The Importance of Being Earnest,” adapted by Rion Towery, an assistant professor of…

Northeast Nodaway student reaches reading milestone

November 7, 2026

Jefferson C-123 Board of Education notes

November 7, 2026

CONCEPTION JCT., Mo. — The following are notes from the minutes of the Oct. 21 regular meeting of the Jefferson C-123 Board of Education. Elementary Principal Caden Farnan reported attendance for September was 98.44% and updated the CSIP goal on student achievement. A survey of staff and students showed at least 90% were presented with…

Northwest offering in-state tuition for out-of-state students in fall 2027

November 7, 2026

Northwest Missouri State University MARYVILLE, Mo. — Undergraduate students enrolling at Northwest Missouri State University from some of its surrounding states for the fall 2027 semester can now receive in-state tuition. The university’s Board of Regents, during its regular session on Friday, Oct. 30, approved a proposal to guarantee in-state tuition rates for all incoming…

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Elna Marie Gross

November 6, 2026

Elna Marie Gross 1935-2026 Elna Marie Gross, 91, of Maryville, Missouri passed away on Wednesday, November 4, 2026, at Parkdale Manor. Elna was born on July 13, 1935, in Holton, Kansas to Seaman and Bertha (Morris) Peregrine. She was a 1953 graduate of Horace Mann High School. She was a homemaker and a cook at…

Adele Anna Hoepker

November 6, 2026

Adele Anna Hoepker 1924-2026 Adele Anna Hoepker passed away in Tekahma, Nebraska on October 25, 2026, at the age of 102. Born on March 28, 1924, in Syracuse, Nebraska to Ben and Sophie (Bottcher) Hoepker. Adele graduated High School from Hopkins, Missouri and was also a long time resident in Maryville, Missouri. She was baptized…

Robert M. Henry

November 6, 2026

Robert M. Henry 1933-2026 Robert M Henry, 92, died October 21, 2026 at Primrose Retirement Community. Bob served Northwest Missouri State University, under a number of job titles, but primarily was in charge of University public relations from 1969 until retiring in early 1996. He was born November 22, 1933 in Minneapolis, Kansas, where he…

Ramona Joyce Harrington

November 6, 2026

Ramona Joyce Harrington 1935-2026 Ramona Joyce Harrington, 91, of Maryville, Missouri passed away on Saturday, October 24, 2026, at Village Care Health Care Center. Ramona was born on January 2, 1935, in Jackson Township to Harry and Neva (Sparks) Sumy. She was a 1953 graduate of Pickering High School. She was a homemaker and worked…

Douglas Jon Steeve

November 6, 2026

Douglas Jon Steeve 1965-2026 Douglas Jon Steeve, a beloved husband, father, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully on Sunday, October 25, 2026, at the age of 61. Born on June 2, 1965, in Maryville, Missouri, Doug was a lifelong resident of the area where he cultivated a life filled with love, laughter, and dedication to…

Lillian “Lynne” Elvira Hooker

November 6, 2026

Lillian “Lynne” Elvira Hooker 1937-2026 Lillian “Lynne” Elvira Kenney Hooker, born July 14, 1937, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, passed away peacefully surrounded by family. She was the beloved daughter of Thomas and Aurora (Andreozzi) Kenney. Lynne grew up in West Philadelphia and graduated from West Philadelphia Catholic Girls High School in 1954. Following her calling to…

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