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Fort Leonard Wood 399th Army Band announcement
FORT LEONARD WOOD, Mo. (July 11, 2024) — As part of the Army’s force restructure, the 399th Army Band, located at Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri, is slated to inactivate by Oct. 14, 2024. Discussions surrounding the band’s potential inactivation have been ongoing for several months, and the final...
Douglas “Doug’’ Wheeler
SMsgt (Ret) Douglas Allen “Doug” Wheeler, 67 of Waynesville, a retired United States Air Force Senior Master Sergeant, died Thursday, July 4, 2024, in his home. SMsgt (Ret) Wheeler is survived by his wife Erica Wheeler of the home; four children, Callie S. Wheeler and Carlie R. Wheeler, both of Waynesville, Nicole R. Cope (Travis) and Gregory M. Wheeler, both from the state of Texas; three grandchildren, Jacob M. Wheeler, Dylan J. Cope, and Lukas Cope; sister, Kimberly A. Murray (Ben); several other relatives and friends.
Howard to step down as Missouri S&T head softball coach
ROLLA, Mo. – Bryan Howard, who led Missouri S&T's softball team to its first conference championship in program history and its second berth to the NCAA Division II Tournament in the 2024 season, is resigning as the head coach of the Miners to accept a similar position at Cameron University.
Karry Gail Beard
Karry Gail Beard, born on September 22, 1959, passed away peacefully on June 30, 2024, at the age of 64. Karry was a beloved daughter, sister, and friend whose kind spirit and generous heart touched many lives. Karry was the cherished daughter of Winfred and Barbara Beard (Johnson). She was...
Speak Your Peace features ‘Be Inclusive’ in July
The “Speak Your Peace Civility Project” continues in July with “Be Inclusive.”. The yearlong program, which kicked off in January by the Waynesville-St. Robert Area Chamber of Commerce, is designed to help people navigate social media effectively, while reminding people to be respectful when using social media platforms.
1st Engineer Brigade bids farewell to Bohrer, welcomes Glaspell during change-of-command ceremony
The 1st Engineer Brigade held a change-of-command ceremony June 28 in Nutter Field House, where Col. Aaron Bohrer relinquished command to Col. Mark Glaspell. Col. Stephen Kolouch, U.S. Army Engineer School commandant, served as the reviewing officer for the ceremony. He listed some of Bohrer’s accomplishments while commanding the brigade for the past two years, including training more than 15,000 soldiers, airmen, marines and sailors.
SECOND AT BETA CONVENTION
Citlali Arzabala, a senior at Waynesville High School, placed second at the 2024 National Beta Convention held June 16-19 in Savannah, Georgia. She competed in the performing arts solo, duo, trio vocalist category against 38 other competitors. Citlali won second place for her performance of “I Have Nothing” by Whitney Houston. She qualified for the national convention by winning first place at the Missouri State Beta Convention in February 2024.
Song Hoe Kim
Song Hoe Kim, 81 of St. Robert, MO, a Republic of Korea Army veteran, passed away Tuesday, July 9, 2024 in his home. Celebration of Life service will be held at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, July 13, 2024 in the Memorial Chapels and Crematory of Waynesville/St. Robert. Visitation will be held...
MoDOT to hold I-44 meeting in Lebanon
Planned improvements for I-44 are the topic for a meeting set in Lebanon next month. The Missouri Department of Transportation is conducting an environmental study, called Forward 44, of more than 250 miles of Interstate 44 from the Oklahoma state line to the Route 100 east interchange near Gray Summit in Franklin County. This summer, MoDOT is holding a series of public meetings to encourage the public to give input on their concerns and observations along I-44, including a meeting in Lebanon Wednesday, Aug. 14, from 4–7 p.m. at the Wallace Center, 325 Harwood Avenue. For more on this story, see Wednesday's LCR.
Mary Johanna Jones
Mary Johanna Jones, age 88, of Devils Elbow, Mo. died Friday, July 5, 2024, in Mercy Hospital in Springfield. She is survived by her children, Jimmie Jones, Jr. of Devil’s Elbow, Faith Dunn (Tom) of Devil’s Elbow, Dawn Cleeton (William) of Kauai, Hawaii, and Michael Jones (Michelle) of Devil’s Elbow; and eleven grandchildren, Jessica Reed (Asa), Brett Jones, Melanie Burns (Michael), Patrick Dunn, Tyler Cleeton (Hope), Kyle Cleeton, Ryan Cleeton, Dylan Cleeton (Angie), Roxanna Jones, Rachel Jones, and Jonathon Anderson; fourteen great-grandchildren, Asa, Paul, Tessa, Noah, Nevaeh, Nivek, Dominic, Bianca, Ricky, Owen, Johanna, Matt, Aidan, and Elizabeth; her sister, Shirley Nichols of Port Huron, Mich.; a number of nieces and nephews; as well as a host of other relatives and many friends.
It’s time to Nominate the Chamber of Commerce Citizen of the Year
The Waynesville – St. Robert Area Chamber of Commerce is preparing for its annual Citizen of the Year Award to be presented at our Community Leadership Awards Banquet. From now until November 15, 2024, the Chamber of Commerce will accept nominations from Chamber members. A one-page letter outlining the candidate’s qualifications and experience will comprise the formal nomination form, as well as a cover sheet including the following information: nominee’s name, home address, office address, home phone number, office phone number, sponsor, point of contact, day phone number, and a 150-word summary of the nominee with his/her photo.
Percussion camp
Waynesville High School students Harley Atchison and Jack Gasek were selected to participate in the Mizzou Percussion Camp this summer on the campus of the University of Missouri - Columbia. They explored world cultures through percussion, playing steel pans, African gyil, frame drums and more.
Mobile camera debuts at Lions Club Carnival
It is here! Phelps County Community Foundation announced Wednesday the deployment of its first project, a mobile camera system. If you attend the Rolla Lions Club Carnival this week you might notice this amazing hi-tech camera. This new mobile camera is designed to enhance community security and safety. The cutting-edge...
DONALD WEBER
Donald “Don” Gene Weber was born Nov. 5, 1963, to Dean and Mary (Barnhart) Weber of Plato, Mo., and left this world and became present with the Lord July 6, 2024, following a tough battle with cancer. He was 60 years of age. Don passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family, at home on his farm in Lynchburg, Mo. The post DONALD WEBER appeared first on Houston Herald.
James Austin Anderson
James Austin Anderson was born on January 23, 1997... James Austin Anderson was born on January 23, 1997 to Kevin and Jeri Anderson in Roseville, California. He spent much of his time between California and Lebanon, MO and worked different jobs mostly in construction. James loved fishing, woodworking and arrowhead...
Vintage Cowgirl at Wrink’s Market is closing permanently on July 13
The Vintage Cowgirl at Wrink’s Market in Lebanon, Missouri, announced on Facebook it was closing permanently after 8 p.m. Saturday. It’s the second closure of the historic Route 66 business since its founder and longtime operator died in 2005. “We have cherished every moment serving you and the...
In this edition: July 11, 2024
In addition to the current media postings, in this week’s print edition of The Licking News:. Learn about the Gospel Singing at Anutt Community Church on July 13. Charles and Barbara (Krewson) Campbell are wished a Happy Anniversary!. MSU-WP invites you to “Chart your path to success” by enrolling...
Fort Leonard Wood Development – Fort Leonard Wood MO
Military Bases, Military and Public Safety, Infrastructure and Utilities, Roads, Bridges, and Tunnels, Airports. Works Progress Administration (WPA), Work Relief Programs. The Works Progress Administration / Work Projects Administration (WPA) conducted multiple construction and development projects at Fort Leonard Wood in Missouri. Per a DoD survey, the WPA did the following:
Dent County native publishes debut novel
Laura Barnitz, originally of Lake Spring, Missouri, has written and published a fantasy novel titled The Stonebound Heir, which features the journey of two young characters who seek answers to the secrets surrounding their origins after their guardian is brutally murdered. Their friendship is tested as they navigate life in a realm where it’s difficult to tell friends and enemies apart.
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