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Woodland boys basketball: A true community win Woodland boys basketball: A true community win Woodland's basketball team celebrates a thrilling postseason run, uniting the community with victories over Scott City, East Prairie, and Jefferson. As they head to the State Finals, local support rea...
Cardinals get school-wide sendoff prior to departing for Columbia
NewsMar. 11
Cardinals get school-wide sendoff prior to departing for ColumbiaWoodland's boys' basketball team was recognized in the high school gymnasium March 10 before leaving for Columbia.
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COLUMN: It takes a village to raise a champion
SportsMarch 11
COLUMN: It takes a village to raise a championDiscover how a small town's unwavering support helped its high school teams soar to historic victories in district championships. It's a testament to the power of community in shaping champions.
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By Anthony Capobianco ~ Semoball
Bollinger County Stray Project Report: March 3-9
FeatureMarch 11
Bollinger County Stray Project Report: March 3-9A mysterious cattle death in Bollinger County raises concerns as a heifer was found with unusual bleeding. Despite efforts to investigate, the cause remains unknown, highlighting challenges in animal disease diagnostics.
By Marilyn Neville ~ Special to The Banner Press
Woodland Beta Club students take part in work day at Optimist Ballfields
EducationMarch 11
Woodland Beta Club students take part in work day at Optimist BallfieldsWoodland Beta Club students spent a productive afternoon improving Marble Hill's Optimist Ballfields by tearing down an old playground and preparing facilities for the upcoming baseball and softball season.
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Senior spotlight: Meadow Heights' Destiny Kempfer
EducationMarch 11
Senior spotlight: Meadow Heights' Destiny KempferDestiny Kempfer, a Meadow Heights senior, reflects on her high school journey and shares future aspirations in cosmetology. Inspired by her mother, she advises underclassmen to cherish their school years.
By Hannah Terbrak ~ Special to Banner Press
Senior spotlight: Meadow Heights' Raymond Gonzalez
EducationMarch 11
Senior spotlight: Meadow Heights' Raymond GonzalezMeet Meadow Heights' Raymond Gonzalez, a 2025 graduate who balanced FFA, work at Dollar General, and friendships. Post-graduation, he's set to join the Army and later pursue a construction career.
By David Meier ~ Meadow Heights High School
Senior spotlight: Samuel Reimler of Meadow Heights
EducationMarch 11
Senior spotlight: Samuel Reimler of Meadow HeightsMeet Samuel Reimler, Meadow Heights senior, future Army infantryman, and aspiring carpenter.
By David Meier ~ Meadow Heights High School
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County works to get temporary bridge after March 4 collapse
NewsMar. 11
County works to get temporary bridge after March 4 collapse
Senior spotlight: Woodland's Elizabeth Harris
NewsMar. 11
Senior spotlight: Woodland's Elizabeth Harris
No action taken after closed aldermen meeting
NewsMar. 4
No action taken after closed aldermen meeting
Police chief: 156 calls for service, five arrests from Jan. 20-Feb. 24
NewsMar. 4
Police chief: 156 calls for service, five arrests from Jan. 20-Feb. 24
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Heartbreak in St. Louis: Jackson Girls' Basketball Falls Short in District Title Clash
SportsMar. 12
Heartbreak in St. Louis: Jackson Girls' Basketball Falls Sho...
Jackson Girls' Basketball's impressive season ends in heartbreak as they fall 54-42 to Cor Jesu in the district title game. Despite a strong start, the Lady Indians couldn't overcome a second-quarter slump.
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SEMO baseball makes a statement, smokes Evansville 17-6 behind Rocha’s 3-run shot
SportsMar. 12
SEMO baseball makes a statement, smokes Evansville 17-6 behind Rocha’s 3-run shot
Meadow Heights band earns 'exemplary' at State Music Festival
EducationMar. 11
Meadow Heights band earns 'exemplary' at State Music Festival
Cardinals get school-wide sendoff prior to departing for Columbia
NewsMar. 11
Cardinals get school-wide sendoff prior to departing for Columbia
County works to get temporary bridge after March 4 collapse
NewsMar. 11
County works to get temporary bridge after March 4 collapse
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Education
Leopold school lunch menu, March 17-28
EducationMar. 11
Leopold school lunch menu, March 17-28
Senior spotlight: Meadow Heights' Kristin Statler
EducationMar. 11
Senior spotlight: Meadow Heights' Kristin Statler
Woodland students take part in Stoddard Scholastic meet
EducationMar. 11
Woodland students take part in Stoddard Scholastic meet
Leopold senior spotlight: Garrett Brown
EducationMar. 11
Leopold senior spotlight: Garrett Brown
Editorial
OpinionFeb. 25
Runnels: These are the good ol’ days
OpinionFeb. 18
Runels: Throwin’ Your Money
OpinionFeb. 11
Our opinion: National FFA Week — a time to celebrate our future a...
OpinionFeb. 11
Runnels: Friends from the Big Camp
Sports
‘He’s one tough dude:’ Redhawk baseball’s Caleb Corbin looking as good as new on the diamond
SportsMar. 13
‘He’s one tough dude:’ Redhawk baseball’s Caleb Corbin looking as good as new on the diamond
Meadow Heights senior signs with St. Charles Community College
SportsMar. 12
Meadow Heights senior signs with St. Charles Community College
Redhawks WBB true freshman Zoe Best intends to enter transfer portal
SportsMar. 10
Redhawks WBB true freshman Zoe Best intends to enter transfer portal
PHOTO GALLERY: Woodland boys basketball tops Jefferson, reaches Class 3 Final Four
SportsMar. 8
PHOTO GALLERY: Woodland boys basketball tops Jefferson, reaches Class 3 Final Four
Obituaries
Benjamin Little
ObituariesMar. 11
Benjamin Little
Larry James
ObituariesMar. 11
Larry James
Betty Hitt
ObituariesMar. 4
Betty Hitt
Craig Bucholtz
ObituariesMar. 4
Craig Bucholtz
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