NEWS – Audrain County

The Mexico Activity and Nutrition Center is hosting a 10-point pitch tournament today at the center. the center’s treasurer, Betty Ball has details on today’s pitch tournament.

The Mexico Activity and Nutrition Center will host a vaccination clinic Thursday, Oct. 15, in partnership with Walgreens. The clinic will begin at 9 a.m. at the center. Community members can visit the center for the scheduled vaccination event.

MU Health Care is offering another opportunity for residents to get their flu and COVID-19 vaccines. The Mexico Family Medicine Clinic will hold an evening vaccination event tomorrow, from 5 to 7 p.m. at 3626 South Clark Street. No appointment is required. Flu vaccines are available for those six months and older, while COVID-19 vaccines…

The Mexico Chamber of Commerce’s 41st Annual Commerce & Industry Appreciation Banquet is scheduled for Tuesday, October 20th, at the Knights of Columbus Hall, north of Mexico. The Chamber will honor Spartan Light Metal Products. In addition, the E. Warner Williams Excellence in Business Award will also be presented. Nominees include 3rd quarter 2025 –…

The King’s Daughters Home in Mexico is receiving a generous gift in memory of a former resident. Becky Chapman Hagan has donated $30,000 to the Home in honor of her mother, Ruth Chapman, who was once a resident there. Hagan’s aunt, Kay Erdel, was also a resident. A Mexico native and 1963 Mexico High School…

A Thompson woman is dead after a UTV crash Friday night in Audrain County. The Missouri State Highway Patrol says the crash happened around 8:50 p.m. on Audrain Road 209, north of Audrain Road 259. The 60-year-old was driving a 2019 Polaris General when she swerved to avoid a deer. The UTV left the roadway,…

The City of Mexico is partnering with Tech Removal LLC to offer a mostly free recycling event for area residents who wish to dispose of electronic devices. Howard Saltzer, Vice President of Operations for Tech Removal, says they will be accepting electronics and small appliances. However, they do have a list of things that they…

Vandalia Prairie Days gets underway tonight in Vandalia. Committee member Cami Blackman says this year’s Prairie Days will feature two separate types of tours. Those interested in the bus tour are encouraged to pre-register for the event.

Missouri Military Academy’s Homecoming 2026 takes place Today through Sunday, September 27, 2026, on the campus in Mexico. Alumni from all over the world will reunite in Mexico for a Golf Tournament this (Friday) morning, a cadets versus Alumni softball game later this evening as well as an Alumni mixer. Saturday’s events include a Battalion/Alumni…

A full day of activities is planned for today, at the Mexico Activity and Nutrition Center. Board President Emily Lane provides details about the eventful day.

Vandalia Prairie Days starts tomorrow. Committee member Pete Nassir says Gary Bishop and the Synergy Band will kick things off musically Friday night at 5 oclock on the Main Stage. Scott and Mechelle and NBC’s The Voice contestant Eli Ward will also be performing.  

The Mexico High School tennis team competed against Kirksville on September 10, with matches taking place across varsity singles, varsity doubles and junior varsity competition. Varsity Singles Jackie Medina-Lucas fell to Braelyn Johns (11), 3-8 Abbey Christianson defeated Isabella Caldwell (11), 8-5 Tesla Ingram fell to Alexis Gardner (12), 0-8 Layla Gardner fell to Sawyer…