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David Gerald Gilliland, a lifelong resident of Ludlow, Missouri, passed away peacefully on Monday, August 31, 2026, at the age of 88. Born the son of Frank and Lillian (Hooker) Gilliland on October 20, 1937, in Ludlow. David lived a life deeply rooted in his community and the land he cherished. David was united in marriage to Betty Ann Lewis on October 31, 1958 at the Parsonage in Dawn, Missouri. She survives of the home. They shared 66 of their 68 years together in the same home.

Donald “Donnie” Ray Fiene, 77, of Concordia, MO, died Saturday, August 29, 2026, at Western Missouri Medical Center in Warrensburg after a courageous fight with cancer. Donnie was born on August 12, 1949, in Higginsville, MO, to Helen and Vernon Fiene. He was baptized September 4, 1949, at Trinity Lutheran Church in Alma, MO, and confirmed on April 7, 1963, at St. Matthew’s Lutheran Church in Ernestville, MO.

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo - Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education has announced the finalists for the 2027 Missouri Teacher of the Year Award. The final seven educators were selected for their commitment to students, innovative classroom practices, and dedicated service to their school communities. The lone Kansas City area representative among the finalists is Sarah Steffens of Elm Grove Elementary School in the Fort Osage School District.

Warren Neal Hoyt, age 84 and lifelong resident of Blue Mound, Missouri, passed away peacefully on Sunday, August 30, 2026, at his home. He was born the son of John William "Bill"  and Mary Ellen (Barnhart) Hoyt on Sunday, February 15, 1942, in Blue Mound, Missouri, Warren lived a life full of love, dedication, and service to his community and family. He was united in marriage to Debbie Coleman on September 23, 2009 in Blue Mound, Missouri. She survives of the home.

LAFAYETTE COUNTY, Mo - A Blackburn man is facing multiple charges after a drunk driving accident in Lafayette County early Sunday morning. According to a probable cause statement, the Missouri State Highway Patrol responded to the crash scene in Waverly just after 3:30 am. The driver of the vehicle, 32-year-old Robert Wesley Steffens was outside of the crashed car and speaking to a medic, while his passenger, a 23-year-old Waverly man was trapped inside.

MILLER COUNTY, Mo - A St. Robert man was injured in a Miller County motorcycle accident involving a deer yesterday afternoon. The accident occurred at 2:15 on Missouri Route 17 near Livingston Road. According to the Missouri State Highway Patrol, a motorcycle driven by a 34-year-old St. Robert man hit a deer in the road. The impact caused the motorcycle to travel off the road. He was ejected from the bike and suffered serious injuries.

ARROW ROCK, Mo - The Arrow Rock Lyceum Theatre's next performance will be five musicals for the price of one. "The Musical of Musicals: The Musical" is a comedic love letter to Broadway where one simple plot, a tenant who can't pay the rent, gets reimagined into the iconic styles of Rodgers & Hammerstein, Stephen Sondheim, Jerry Herman, Andrew Lloyd Webber, and Kander & Ebb. The cast of five includes a mix of Lyceum favorites and newcomers.

CLINTON COUNTY, Mo - Two people from Liberty are facing drug charges in Clinton County following a traffic stop on Friday night. According to probable cause statements, a Clinton County Deputy pulled over a vehicle driven by 39-year-old Dustin McClellan for a license plate that didn't match the vehicle he was driving. During the stop McClellan gave consent to search the vehicle. A syringe filled with a brown substance later identified as methamphetamine was located.

It is with heavy hearts that we share the passing of Larry George Greife, a devoted husband of 56 years, and a beloved father, who lost his battle with cancer on August 29th, 2026. Larry was born in Higginsville, MO, to parents Hazel and Fred Greife. And his humble beginnings, country upbringing, and deep-rooted belief in family, instilled values that were a cornerstone of how he lived his life.

CARROLLTON (KMZU) — The U.S. Small Business Administration has made low-interest disaster loans available to homeowners, renters, businesses and private nonprofits in Randolph and Saline counties impacted by storms from April 23 to 28. The Missouri State Emergency Management Agency says in a news release the interest rates are as low as 4% for businesses, 3.62% for nonprofits and 2.87% for homeowners and renters.