Mozingo
New host assists Mozingo campers
Loren Underwood of Ravenwood has been named the new host at the Mozingo Lake Recreation Park RV campground. Underwood, who lives in his own RV on-site, is available virtually any time to assist campers and answer questions
Read MorePolice urge life jacket use at Mozingo
MARYVILLE, Mo. — Maryville Public Safety is reminding boaters, skiers and anglers at Mozingo Lake Recreation Park of the importance of using life jackets or other approved personal flotation devices while on the water this summer. Pictured sitting in MPS’ Mozingo Lake patrol boar is local youngster Alexander Mayes, who is wearing one of the…
Read MoreSt. Francis Hospital Foundation releases 2014 Tobin Benefit Golf Tournament results
2014 Tobin Benefit Golf Classic 2014 Tobin Benefit Golf Classic Winners Thursday Contest Winners Hole 1 – Straightest Drive Men: Ben Fitzpatrick Women: Jamie Brummett Hole 3 – Closest 2nd Shot Men: Tyler Sten Women: Connie Riggs Hole 10 – Longest Drive Men: Brandon Davis Women: Monica Mauzey Hole 13 – Longest Putt Steve Teter…
Read MoreGolf event prized by golfers, hospital
The 24th annual Tobin Benefit Golf Classic nearly hit a snag Thursday morning as thundershowers moved through the area. But the skies cleared in time for the 12:30 p.m. tee-off to proceed on schedule. Nor could the clouds block the glow of generosity that has always been the hallmark of a tournament organized to raise money for St. Francis Hospital & Health Services in Maryville.
Read MoreAstronomical event could be on horizon
Nature’s nightlights might shine a little brighter early Saturday, but the potential lightshow isn’t a sure-fire guarantee. Some astronomers are calling for quite a display between the hours of 1 a.m. and 3 a.m. Saturday, as the earth passes through debris left in the 1800s by the comet 209P/LINEAR. However, the experts aren’t completely sure…
Read MoreCity, rural water agree on annexation
Water and who pays for it can be among the most complex of the myriad details involved in a city’s annexation land for proposed development. And the 30-acre parcel of real estate recently acquired by the city of Maryville and earmarked for a new assisted living facility and neighboring single-family residential subdivision is no exception.…
Read MoreCouncil mulls park planning
Initial responses to a recent public discussion of evolving plans for the future of Mozingo Lake Recreation Park were mixed when the Maryville City Council addressed the topic this week. Councilmen Jeff Funston and Glenn Jonagan were the most vocal during a brief discussion that concluded this week’s regular city council meeting — and both expressed their impression that the planners were a bit ahead of schedule in proposing a location for a new lodge and conference center, should one be built in the park.
Read MorePro getting into the swing
Mozingo Lake Golf Course at city-owned Mozingo Lake Recreation Park is fast winning a reputation as one of the top courses in this part of the state. And aside for the course’s natural beauty and challenging layout, one reason for that is Kyle Easter, who took over this year as the course’s new teaching pro.
Read MoreGolf fundraising nears completion
Plans for construction of a nine-hole golf course at Mozingo Lake endorsed by five-time British Open champion Tom Watson and designed for junior players continue apace, with work scheduled to begin in about two months. Dr. Bruce Twaddle, the Maryville dentist and golf enthusiast at the forefront of the project, told the Maryville City Council…
Read MoreMozingo planners question proposed location for lodge
By TONY BROWN News Editor Mozingo Lake Recreation Park Advisory Board members, city of Maryville officials and other local residents with a stake in the future of the 3,000-acre park, golf course and wildlife area gathered at the Mozingo Lake clubhouse Friday to weigh in with suggestions for a proposed comprehensive plan that would govern…
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