George Hodgman, the author of “Bettyville” was found dead in his New York apartment on Saturday at the age of 60. Hodgman’s book focused on his experience caring for his mother in Paris, Missouri where he grew up. Bettyville was published in 2015 detailing the loving, yet challenging relationship with his mother and the struggles…
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers announced the John F. Spalding Beach and Indian Creek Beach have reopened, however, the beach at 107 remains closed, Both beaches have been cleared of debris and safety checks have been performed. Four lane boat ramps are in use with courtesy docks in palace at all except Ray Behrens….
U.S. Senator Roy Blunt will be making stops in Boonville, Brunswick, and Paris today (Saturday). Senator Blunt will be holding a round-table discussion on Cancer Research at the Cooper County Public Health Center in Boonville at 11:15 this (Saturday) morning. The next stop at the Brunswick Courtyard in Brunswick at 1:45 this (Saturday) afternoon to…
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers at Mark Twain Lake are warning boaters of a large amount of debris on the lake due to high water levels. The debris is creating hazards that are making some areas difficult to maneuver. The debris can also move and fluctuate throughout the day with wind patterns. Currently, Clarence…
The Missouri Department of Conservation will be holding Free Fishing Days this Saturday and Sunday. One these two days, any person may fish in state waters without a permit, trout permit and prescribed area daily tags. Audrain County Conservation Agent Norman Steelman says user fees and permits may still be required at county, city or…
The Missouri State Highway Patrol is advising drivers to check the MoDOT Travel Information Map before hitting the road for Memorial Day. The patrol is advising motorists to plan for delays in travel due to additional traffic on the roadway and flooding events throughout the state. More rain is expected in some areas and could…
The National Weather Service is predicting a second round of severe weather for tonight. [Wednesday] A tornado watch was issued this afternoon for Audrain, Boone, Callaway, Cole, Montgomery, Pike, Monroe, Ralls, Shelby, Cooper, Saline, Howard, Pettis, Chariton and Randolph Counties until 11:00. The National Weather Service reports severe thunderstorms are expected this evening and tonight….
More awards are being announced from the Missouri State FFA Convention being held in Columbia. Community R-VI’s Emily Hoyt received a Missouri Agribusiness Academy certificate. Allison Troesser of Community R-VI named an Area 5 Star in Agribusiness. Marlena Lily Long of the Paris FFA Chapter was named an Area 4 Star in Agribusiness. Allie Sprock…
Many organizations are being recognized for top awards at the Missouri State FFA Convention that started yesterday (Thursday) in Columbia. The Mexico FFA chapter placed 19th out of 347 in the state earning a Top Chapter Award. Other Schools receiving Top Chapters Awards are Community R-VI placing 27th, Bowling Green earned 24th place, Centralia placed…
A Paris High School Senior is being awarded a 2019 Missouri Corn Scholarship. Marlena Long will receive a one thousand dollar scholarship from the Missouri Corn Growers Association and the Missouri Corn Merchandising Council to help pay for her continuing education. Long is the daughter of Greg and Laura Long.
The U.S. Army Corp of Engineers and the Paris Lions Club announced today [Monday] the dates for the annual Turkey Hunt for disabled persons at Mark Twain Lake. The hunt will be held during the Missouri Spring Turkey season on April 27 and 28 at the Indian Creek Recreation Area. The hunt will be restricted…
The father of a St. Louis ballerina found drowned in Mark Twain Lake last November sent a letter to the editor of the Monroe County Appeal thanking law enforcement and the community for their assistance in locating her. In the letter, Duncan Stroik says his daughter Raffaella Stroik visited Mark Twain Lake four years ago…
This is a list of cancellations in the KXEO listening area. Mexico Public Schools All Locations of Moberly Area Community College Will Open At 10 Centralia Schools Fulton Public Schools Hallsville School District Missouri Military Academy will start at 10 North Callaway R-1 Schools Sturgeon R-V Schools Paris Public Schools Wellsville-Middltown R-1 Schools University of…
As part of FFA week KXEO Reporter Ray Michaels is going around to area schools to find out how they are commemorating the event. The featured interview today is with Paris High School FFA President Marlena Long. Join Ray Micheals again tomorrow (Wednesday) morning at 6:35 for a visit with the Mexico FFA Chapter.
Portions of mid-Missouri will see another round of winter weather tomorrow. [Tuesday] The National Weather Service issued a winter weather advisory that will go into effect tomorrow at 7PM and will continue until noon Wednesday. The weather service reports snow will overspread the area and will then mix with light freezing rain after midnight. The…
