Shown here are scenes from last Saturday’s 12th annual Got Mud? Run in Brookline Park, hosted by the Republic Parks and Recreation department. This year, a total of 789 runners took part in the messy march through obstacles and muddy water.
Leaders of Republic First Christian Church have organized a prayer vigil to encourage the community to pray for the Republic School District as it begins a new school year.
An audit of the City of Willard has been conducted after much trouble in the local government, including legal issues with former mayor and alderman Corey Hendrickson, who was charged and convicted in federal court with wire fraud and identity theft.
Published by graphics on Fri, 08/21/2026 - 11:39am
Marla was born on Nov.16, 1966, in Thornton, Colo. to Arthur and Leta Thomas. She spent many years working as the office manager for her family’s business, Meadows I-44 Truck & Auto, where she became a familiar and valued part of the business and the lives of those around her.
Published by graphics on Fri, 08/21/2026 - 11:24am
Ash Grove R-IV School District went to a four-day hybrid school week system starting in the 2025-2026 school year. The new system has had some encouraging side-effects on the student population.
The city of Ash Grove saw a continuation of its transportation tax passed by voters on Aug. 4. Ash Grove's transportation sales tax passed with a resounding 209 (75.2%) ballots marked yes. Only 69 votes against were counted.
Shown at left, incoming Ash Grove Chief of Police Joe Mahan, left, stands with retiring Chief of Police John Davis at the latter’s retirement party on Aug. 7 at Killingsworth Hall, Ash Grove. (Photo by Ethan Gray)
