Jayvee tourney to wrap up Saturday morning

Jan 27, 2010 | Sports & Recreation

Due to a power outage last Saturday in Gallatin, the final games of the Gallatin Jayvee Basketball Tournament were postponed until this Saturday.

Hamilton and Trenton will finish their girls game, beginning at 9 a.m. The boys game between Gallatin and Trenton will follow. Admission is free to the games. There will be no concession stand.

State Fair scholarship deadline Feb. 1

Jan 27, 2010 | School News

As a reminder to Missouri high school seniors pursuing higher education degrees in the field of agriculture, Feb. 1 is the deadline for applying online at www.mostatefair.com for thirty $1,000 scholarships and one supreme $2,500 scholarship offered by the Missouri State Fair.

Covel D. Searcy Elementary to hold jump rope for heart event

Jan 27, 2010 | School News

The students at Covel D. Searcy Elementary are jumping at the chance to help fight heart disease and stroke—our nation’s #1 killer. The week of Feb. 8-12, the school will hold its annual Jump Rope for Heart event. Students will jump rope to raise funds for the American Heart Association’s cardiovascular research and educational programs. Jump Rope for Heart is co-sponsored by the American Heart Association and the American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance.

Winston school changes to seven period day for 2010-11

Jan 27, 2010 | School News

The Winston R-6 Board of Education approved a change to a seven period day schedule for the high school during their regular meeting held Jan. 18. Currently the high school operates on a 10 period block schedule. The change will take effect next school year, which begins in August, 2010.

Ella Smith 1929-2010

Jan 27, 2010 | Obituaries

Ella Smith, 81, of Gallatin, passed away Thursday, Jan. 21, 2010 at the Cameron Nursing & Rehab Center. Services were held at 1 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 23, at McWilliams Funeral Home in Gallatin. Burial was at the Miriam Cemetery in Bethany.

Kenneth W. Fales 1947-2010

Jan 27, 2010 | Obituaries

Kenneth W. (Kenny) Fales, 62, passed away Sunday, Jan. 24, 2010 at his home. Services were held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Jan. 27 at the First Christian Church in Gallatin. Family visitation was held on Tuesday evening at the church. Burial was at the Lake Viking Cemetery near Gallatin. Memorial contributions may be made to the Comfort Care Hospice of Cameron or the Cameron Swim Team in care of the funeral home.