The Real American Heroes Parade took place on the Mexico Square this afternoon. [Wednesday]
The handlers of the world famous Budweiser Clydesdale Horses had decided earlier in the day the horses would not be able to walk in the parade, however, a bit of sunshine was enough to make it possible.
A chance to join neighbors and local police officers to talk about community issues this (Wednesday) morning at Coffee With A Cop. The event will take place at the McDonald’s in Mexico on 2783 South Clark from 8 am until 10 am.
Paris City Council is looking at asking voters to impose a local use tax on the ballot in April next year. Lisa Hollingsworth Superintendent with the city of Paris says the use tax would be at the same rate as the local sales tax at 2.5 percent. If the city council approves the measure to…
The City of Mexico is addressing questions about enforcing lawn maintenance. Mexico City Manager Bruce Slagle says they are taking into consideration the wet conditions recently and the difficulty in mowing lawns as of late. Slagle says the process involves a letter the first time stating you need to mow. In excess of 8 inches…
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) designated Boone Hospital Center as a 5-star hospital, a distinction awarded to just 8.2% of hospitals nationwide. Boone Hospital Center is the only hospital in the mid-Missouri area to receive 5 stars. “Organizations like CMS don’t rate hospitals by their size or reputation, but by what matters…
A Pilot Grove man was seriously injured in a crash on Highway 135 at Mount Vernon on Friday. Ryan Houltzhouser, 29, entered a curve too fast, traveled off the road, and overturned several times. Ejected from the vehicle, Houltzhouser was taken by helicopter to University Hospital.
Arrests: Mexico Public Safety reports the arrest of 28-year-old Samantha J. Thompson on Sunday, September 10, 2023 for a Boone County warrant. 28-year-old Kaitlyn A. Rubio was arrested Sunday, September 10, 2023 for a St. Charles warrant. Calls for service: Mexico Public Safety responded to the following calls for service over the weekend starting on…
