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Unique Finds opens in Downtown Maryville
MARYVILLE, Mo. — Wendy Hawkins is no stranger to Maryville, however, she is spending a lot more time downtown since opening a second-hand shop full of home décor, antiques and more. For five years, Hawkins had a 6,000 square-foot store with 35 vendors in south Missouri at Lake of the Ozarks, but closed it to…
Read More2020 Daddy Daughter Dance offers a Frozen good time
MARYVILLE, Mo. — With freezing temperatures outside and even a Frozen theme, fathers and daughters kicked up their heels, heating up the dance floor last week at the Maryville Parks and Recreation Daddy Daughter Dance. Now in its 16th year, the special event was organized by Maggie Veer, MPR recreation coordinator and aquatic supervisor. “Luckily…
Read MoreSkidmore resident works to improve city museum
SKIDMORE, Mo. — Located in the old train depot, the Skidmore Museum has a lot to offer residents and those interested in the town’s history, however, it is in need of repair, cataloging and organization. Cheryl Huston, one of a few Skidmore residents with access to the facility, said the building itself needs repair and…
Read MoreMaryville school bands hold winter concert
Band Members Sixth Grade Band Flute: Rilee Babcock, Madison Dvorak, Tuan Jacobson, Sunxi Lugo, Quinn McComb, Samantha Metcalf and Shayleigh Rybolt Clarinet: Avery Berry, Abigail Bowe, Zi Coffer, Xaden Crosby, Vince Galapin, Adam Hamza, Terin Judd, Ian McCampbell, Aubrie Miller, Elizabeth Riemann, Meah Schommer, and Memphis Slagle Trumpet: Mallory Coffelt, Tharusha Dambadeniya, Lillian Davenport, Ferris…
Read MoreFifth annual Chamber Christmas Parade draws large crowd
MARYVILLE, Mo. — With happy children running in the street and some snuggled under blankets, a large crowd lined both sides of Main Street for five blocks of Christmas parade fun, lights sounds and yes, Santa Claus himself. The fifth annual Greater Maryville Chamber of Commerce Christmas parade offered a “snow”-filled fun time for those…
Read MorePlayPlace provides family gathering space
MARYVILLE, Mo. — A two-story tall slide, a “Wobble Hopper” and even a “Kid Conveyor” are just a few of the features in the new McDonald’s PlayPlace open now in Maryville. Owner Jim Wagy told The Forum on Monday, that he hopes to create an environment where children and families can experience positive entertainment. “I…
Read MoreFireman Phil teaches fire safety at Head Start
MARYVILLE, Mo. — On Thursday morning, children at Maryville Head Start were visited by Maryville Public Safety fire division Chief Phil Rickabaugh who taught them some basic fire safety tips. From “Stop, Drop and Roll” to crawling low on the floor if in a smoky room, Rickabaugh showed the children how to stay safe should…
Read MoreBreaking Chains music festival to continue today
MARYVILLE, Mo. — As the sun set Friday many seeking a community of like-minded individuals ready to share their faith through music arrived at the Breaking Chains two-day music festival. The concert is scheduled to continue at noon on Saturday, Sept. 7, but those in attendance Friday night heard music from local and nationally recognized…
Read MoreChamber announces fair parade winners
MARYVILLE, Mo. — The Greater Maryville Chamber of Commerce has announced the winners of the Chamber Ambassador Nodaway County Fair Parade. According to a news release from the organization, the parade was a “great success,” in part due to the many volunteers who helped with the parade including: Rachelle Wilmes, DeAnn Davison, Lori Murphy, Hannah…
Read More‘Anything Goes’ on the MYP Second Stage
MARYVILLE, Mo. — All aboard for the Maryville Young Players Second Stage production of “Anything Goes.” The cast is in full rehearsals this week and this weekend will offer a fun and energetic look at a cruise ship in chaos. With music and lyrics by Cole Porter, “Anything Goes,” the play, based on a book…
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