Stories from Thursday, March 26, 2009

As with Jesse James, one's first thought was, "Does the world really need another book about that old mad-dog?" (as Vernon Countians knew him). The answer, for better or worse, is, yes. On most serious subjects, there's always something new to be learned about something old...

I grew up hearing the phrase, "When the clock is striking nine, have your washing on the line!" I think the only time I ever achieved that goal was when I was in Columbia, finishing my college degree while Lester was still in the army. We had gotten married, but I had one more summer session to finish before I could go with him to Fort Riley, Kan...

Sandra and Chris Forsythe, of Nevada, and big sister McKayla, are proud to announce the birth of their daughter and baby sister Allison Elizabeth Forsythe. Allison was born at 8:16 a.m., on March 24, 2009, at Nevada Regional Medical Center. She weighed 8 pounds, 3 ounces, and measured 20 inches...

March 5 Tina L. Case, Sheldon, driving while intoxicated. March 9 Deborah A. Walker, Nevada, speeding 25/15. John J. Woronka, Auburn, N.H., failure to stop at a stop sign, and no proof of insurance. March 10 Janice K. Almquist, Nevada, speeding 42/30...

The Nevada Tigers boys' golf team opened their season on Tuesday at Carthage. The Tigers struggled overall as a team, finishing fourth of the four teams that were in attendance with a team total of 202, but got some strong performances out of a couple of individuals. Joseph Ferry in particular, had a "good round" as he finished out the day with a final score of 44, head coach Brian Leonard said...

"Growing up here in Nevada, I had teachers who challenged my imagination and encouraged me to dream." says Melissa Earll, one of 23 writers and artists with disabilities from across the state of Missouri whose work is included in a unique new publication, "Blindness Isn't Black."...

Cottey is opening its campus to young women ages 13 and up to take part in three Saturday dance class/rehearsals followed by a performance in a current Cottey student Dance Showcase Performance. Dancers with all levels of experience, including novices, are welcome...

Nevada High School Senior George Brauer is headed to the National Forensic League National Tournament. Brauer qualified by placing second in Lincoln Douglas Debate at the Carver-Truman NFL District Tournament on March 20 and 21 at Crowder College. He also placed fourth in International Extemporaneous Speaking...

By Neoma Foreman Special to the Daily Mail With a total of 42 years and 6 months military service, Stafford Agee of Nevada, Mo., retired in 1995. He joined the National Guard in 1953 after he graduated from high school. He enlisted in the U.S. Army in 1955 and served three years of active duty. ...