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Fire district seeks tax increase
Increased firefighter pay, staff numbers proposed If voters decide to up the Smithville...
The inner dog in all of us
Local woman’s story published Elizabeth Cutting dug within herself to find happiness...
Census data affects many areas
J.D. Nelson keeps Smithville demographic statistics within arm’s reach. “The...
Senior citizens aim to have building of their own
The Smithville Senior Citizens group hopes this time is the charm. The group is...
BOARD OF ALDERMEN CANDIDATE PROFILES
Smithville voters will decide three Board of Aldermen seats on Tuesday, April 6....
LOOKING BACK: Girls’ preparation paid dividends
Despite the recent sting of a season-ending loss, Trevor Mosby had no problem putting...
LOOKING BACK: Defensive mindset crucial for boys
Finding an identity might have been the biggest challenge for Smithville’s boys...
Numbers keep adding up for wrestlers
From what he’s seen in his three years at the helm, Smithville wrestling coach...
Warriors back in the spring of things
A break in the weather couldn’t have come at better time for Jeff Cain. The Smithville...
Hartman sets sights on college career
No matter the situation, Smithville’s Payton Hartman always looks forward to a...
School bond issue needs approval
One cannot open the newspaper or listen to the nightly news without acknowledging...
Your fire district needs your help
The Smithville Area Fire Protection District is asking for your help in April. The...
A lot to learn from the ochre beads
The reason why I’m an education reporter was found in Blombos Cave on the coast...
‘Fair Tax’ is fair
A “Fair Tax” proposal is pending in the Missouri Senate and recently received...
Lent: from good to better
Have you ever given up something good to get something even better?
Winter Guard finds success
With her extensive athletic background, Smithville senior Dessie Lake thought she’d...
School bond: ‘Now is the time’
Administrators make presentations Smithville R-II School District officials’...
Local photographer to contribute photos
Tom Hanks, a local amateur photographer, will be contributing nature photos for The...
Pancakes: a community staple
Howard Hamilton first started cooking pancakes in 1959 while serving in the U.S....
Conservation fundraising event planned
If you want to support wildlife conservation or you just want to win some new outdoor...
