By Kay Wilson A relatively new business concept, Sunrise Dispensary, located on Maryville’s south side, has seen growth in client counts astronomically since adult-use marijuana became legal just a month ago. Sunrise opened its doors, located at 2316 South Main, just a year ago with medical marijuana offered to customers who received doctors orders. Now,
By Kathryn Rice Through funds gained from the St. Francis Foundation galas’ past three years and a rural mental health grant provided by UMKC, Mosaic Medical Center – Maryville is going to provide nine area schools with the CharacterStrong program to help with students’ mental health. The Nodaway County schools participating are Nodaway-Holt, South Nodaway,
By Kathryn Rice Nodaway News Leader columnist, Beverly Clinkingbeard, has published her third book “Possum Walk,” under the childhood and pen name of Jeannie Edwards. “Possum Walk” is a fictionalized story set in the rural school setting of LaMar Station, a pioneer settlement in Nodaway County. It takes place during the Great Depression in the 1930s.
By Morgan Guyer Last fall, it was announced that Virginia and George Gumm, Maryville, were voted into the Missouri State Softball Hall of Fame for their long-time coaching of the Citizen State Banksters nearly 50 years ago. On January 28, the Gumms, alongside family and friends enjoyed an induction ceremony in Jefferson City to officially
On a typical school day, students are busy with learning opportunities in Nodaway County schools. From grade school to high school, we have examples of students in their school environments. Pictured: At South Nodaway on January 20, Nicco LaBryer is practicing to take part in the four-state honor band at Northwest Missouri State University on
By Kathryn Rice January is “National Human Trafficking Prevention Month” and the thought that it only happens in large cities couldn’t be further from the truth, said North Star Advocacy Center personnel. North Star’s Executive Director Linda Mattson and Court Victim Advocate and Volunteer Coordinator Meghann Kosman discussed human trafficking and its similarities to domestic
By Kathryn Rice Stephanie Campbell Yount had just moved to town in 2016 and wanted to invest and become part of the community. Yount had noticed there weren’t many small shops in Maryville, so Blue Willow Boutique was born. Joined by White Elm Mercantile in 2020, the two shops now reside at 107 East Fourth
By Kathryn Rice Working on your Christmas gift list? Chances are that most people you know are wishing for a little spruce-up or a big change in their home. Or better yet, maybe it’s time to give yourself a Christmas gift. Stop in at Eckards, 118 West Main Street, Stanberry, where you can find quick
By Kathryn Rice A local business jewel with plenty of gift ideas is Best Brands Plus, 2605 South Main Street, Maryville. Its motto, “Great brands, nice folks, low prices and service after the sale” isn’t just words but a way of life for owner Cliff McNair and his employees. The business has been in Maryville
Snodderley Lumber is worth a drive to Clearmont By Kathryn Rice Snodderley Lumber in Clearmont carries a full line of Milwaukee cordless tools and accessories which can be a perfect Christmas gift for many lists. The store has both M18 and M12 battery size tools. The M18 is the larger battery size for
