Local Use Tax to Support Ambulance Service on the Ballot

L-R: Madison Englert, Geoff Bingham, RaDana Smith, Nathan Jones, Preslee Oliver, Brandon Duffy, Misty Richey, Aaron Glasgow, Melissa Olsen-Barker, Kelly Notch. Not Pictured: Karen Bruders, Cathy Poindexter, Alex Spencer, Donn Harrison Jesse Gilpin, Emily Poynter, Ethan McClellan, Kim Grebner, Tanner Hunter, Josh Richey, Danielle Roudebush, Terri Del Pidio, Huston Jack, Sean Gray, Christian Virts and Dick Doornink.
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Cameron voters are being asked to approve a “Local Use Tax” that would tax online and out of state purchases at ½ of 1% to bring those purchases in line with the existing ½ of 1% sales tax on …

Stan Hendrix retires after years of answering the call

At 3 a.m., a call came into the Cameron 911 dispatch center. On the other end of the line, a woman was screaming. Stan Hendrix initially thought he might be hearing a domestic disturbance or bad car …

Senior Night “Track Meet on Grass” goes to University Academy 50-42

CAMERON, Mo. — In a spectacular offensive showcase on Friday night, the University Academy Charter/Kauffman Gryphons edged out the Cameron Dragons, 50–42, at Dave Goodwin Memorial Field. The …

MDHEWD unveils new strategic plan to bolster Missouri’s workforce and expand educational opportunities

The Missouri Department of Higher Education and Workforce Development (MDHEWD) has released Strategic Plan 2027: Building Missouri’s Future, an actionable roadmap designed to expand educational …

NEWS

Red Cross: Blood and platelet donors needed now

Up to $20 in Gift Cards for coming to give in weeks ahead Free A1C testing on successful donations in November KANSAS CITY, MO, Oct. 21, 2026 —The American Red Cross urges people to leave …

3/8 Cent Sales Tax Question On the ballot November 3

Local sales tax questions are quick to inflame the passions of voters, and become fodder for social media wax poetics to fire shots in all directions. City Manager Scott Meszaros provided the …

Trump Administration Announces $8 Billion Harvest Fuel Relief Program

(Washington, D.C., October 19, 2026) President Donald J. Trump, alongside U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke L. Rollins, announced the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) will make $8 billion …

MoWest to offer two new 90-credit-hour bachelor’s degrees

Students in the new 90-credit-hour programs in child development and criminal justice can earn their bachelor's degree in three years or less. Oct. 15, 2027–Missouri Western State University …

Missouri’s Speed Limit Could Rise to 75 MPH, But Not Just Yet

Missouri drivers may eventually be able to travel 75 mph on certain rural interstates and freeways, but the change will not happen automatically or all at once. Governor Mike Kehoe recently …

Gentry Earns Post Season Award at State Fair Community College

Former All-State student/athlete in multiple sports for the Polo Panthers, Maverick Gentry, earned a post season award at State Fair Community College in Sedalia, as a pitcher for the Roadrunners. …

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CHS Softball

The Cameron Softball squad which finished 15-8 before bowing out to Maryville in the District final, landed four players on the All-MEC squad at the conclusion of a great season. Sophomore …

Cameron High School Dance Team

CHS Dance Team bid farewell to two seniors at Friday night’s senior night, with Sydnee Axelson and Bella Sappington performing on their last football Friday night.

Old Ball Coach

Mayhem In College Football ---Unless you are Miami of Florida, a Top five AP rating, or AP rating of almost any kind helps you. In October, 2026 it seems to curse you. Texas was …

Cameron Girls Golfers compete well at state

Isabel Robinson and Haylee Webb competed in the MSHSAA Class 2 Girls Golf state tournament on Monday(10/19) and Tuesday(10/20). The tournament was held in Farmington at Bogey Creek Golf …

Weekly Soccer Update

U8 Cameron-Bland vs Lawson-Veach; 10-4. Goals: Warren-10 with 2 assists from Creighton; Goalie: Olivia- 4 saves U8 Calderon vs Excelsior; 4-0. 1 Camden; 3 Mario; Goalies Eli, Will Nightmare …

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Graves says rural focus must remain in 6th District after he leaves office

U.S. Rep. Sam Graves says the defining challenge for whoever succeeds him in Missouri’s 6th Congressional District will be keeping the district’s rural character front and center — and …

Sleepy Hollow New York

Kelly Pettijohn of Cameron recently discovered the village of Sleepy Hollow on a business trip to New York City. It is the location of Washington Irving’s famous tale, “The Legend of Sleepy …

Missouri’s 2026 Ballot: Who Wrote the Measures, Who Is Funding the Campaigns, and What Is at Stake?

Purpose for this article? 1) Who wrote each proposit ion? 2) Where is the “donor money” behind it, and what are their objectives? …

MDC encourages awareness of “bird flu” as fall migration begins

MDC encourages the public not to handle dead birds and to report any sightings of dead birds to it. MDC conducts HPAI surveillance on waterfowl (such as Canada geese, shown) and other wild birds year-round.

Missouri Department of Natural Resources to release new edition of “Geologic Wonders and Curiosities of Missouri”

JEFFERSON CITY, MO, OCT. 16, 2026 - The Department of Natural Resources’ Missouri Geological Survey is releasing a new edition of its flagship publication “Geologic Wonders and …

Attorney General Hanaway Investigates Nine Additional Companies Over 7-OH Products

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – October 15, 2026 , Missouri Attorney General Catherine Hanaway announced a significant expansion of her statewide investigation into 7‑OH and other synthetic kratom products …

Dwight Earnest Burnett 1957 - 2026

Beloved Family Dwight Burnett passed away on October 5, 2026. We share these stories to celebrate a wonderful man we deeply love. Dwight was born in Kidder, Missouri on August 12, 1957 to …

George E. Beatty 1929-2026

George Edward Beatty, 97, passed away on September 22, 2026, at McCrite Plaza surrounded by his family’s love. George was born on March 14, 1929, in Cameron, Missouri, to Guy Henry Beatty and …

Robert (Bob) Boyd Funchess 1962-2026

Robert (Bob) Boyd Funchess, 62, passed away on Sunday, August 9, 2026, in Oceanside, California following a sudden illness. Bob was born on June 22,1964, in Cameron, MO to William Boyd Funchess …

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Why are school mornings so stressful? A psychologist explains, and organizers share what works

Closets by Design reports that school mornings are stressful due to time constraints and disorganization.

Are you mentally healthy? 15 signs to look for

Rula reports that good mental health involves coping skills, strong relationships, and a sense of purpose.

What 8 hours on your feet really does to your body

KURU Footwear reports that being on your feet for eight hours can cause various physical issues like muscle fatigue, pain, and cardiovascular risks, emphasizing the need for varied movement and better workplace design to mitigate discomfort.

Can feng shui lower stress? What the research on clutter actually shows

Closets by Design reports on feng shui's potential to reduce stress by organizing spaces for energy flow, aligning with research on clutter and well-being.

Scammers are finding new ways to target your phone. Here are 5 ways to protect yourself

Malwarebytes reports scammers are targeting mobile users with increasingly sophisticated scams.